Stains upon table linen made by acids and vinegar may be removed by simply washing in clear water; berry stains are easily taken out by pouring boiling water over them; peach stains are best removed by soaking for some time in cold water, and then washing with soap before allowing warm water to touch them. Chlorin water or a solution of chlorid of lime will remove fruit stains and vegetable colors. Coffee stains rubbed with a mixture of warm water and the yolk of egg are said to disappear when the mixture is washed off with clean warm water. Sour buttermilk well rubbed into the material, dried in, and afterward washed out in several waters, is said to be effectual in removing tea stains. All stains should be removed as soon as possible after being made, and always before the linen is put into the wash.