A USEFUL SPRAY
An efficient non-poisonous spray that will quickly destroy most plant and tree insects consists of an emulsion of water, kerosene and soap. The concentrated solution, which is diluted just before use, is made by dissolving lib of laundry soap in water with the aid of heat. After the soap has been thoroughly dissolved, and is still boiling hot, pour into it two gallons of kerosenp while stirring vigorously. The stirring should he continued until the white emulsion has cooled to room temperature. This will require about 10 to 15 minutes. For use on plants, one part of the emulsion should be diluted with 20 parts of water and stirred thoroughly immediately before use. Fruit trees and vines may also be sprayed with this insecticide by diluting one volume of the liquid with ten volumes of water. <. -
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Waipa Post, Volume 49, Issue 3554, 6 December 1934, Page 3
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139A USEFUL SPRAY Waipa Post, Volume 49, Issue 3554, 6 December 1934, Page 3
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