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the larvae. One application protects clothes from moths for 

 several months if the residue is not removed by dry clean- 

 ing. For application to clothes and upholstery, 5 % DDT 

 in deodorized kerosene may be used, but a more volatile sol- 

 vent such as dry-cleaner's solvent (Stoddard solvent) is pref- 

 erable. 



For clothes hanging in closets, spray the garments 

 liberally, paying particular attention to the seams and folds, 

 and also apply a thorough deposit to the closet walls, ceiling, 

 and floors, and especially to cracks and openings around the 

 baseboard. 



In Stored Woolens 



For woolens that are to be stored in chests, first spray 

 the chest thoroughly with a 5 % DDT solution, and then 

 spray each garment as it is put away. Apply the spray to all 

 surfaces of the goods, paying particular attention to seams 

 and folds. 



In Carpets, Rugs, and Upholstered Furniture 



For carpets, rugs, and upholstered furniture, spray the 

 surfaces of the articles liberally with a 5 % DDT solution. 

 In the case of upholstered furniture, also either inject a spray 

 needle into the furniture padding so as to obtain more ef- 

 fective application, or else remove the backing and spray the 

 padding. This treatment will also protea rugs, carpets, and 

 upholstered furniture against carpet beetles. 



SILVERFISH AND FIREBRATS 



Treat the breeding places of these insects with 5% 

 DDT solution or 10% powder. Likely areas are behind 



