74 T^he Groom s Guide 



placincr a few pieces of camphor between 

 the folds. 



Any sHght tears must be repaired at 

 once, otherwise the value of the rug may 

 be spoiled. 



Whenever clothing has no longer to be 

 worn, brush It and put It away at once. 



To see articles of this kind thrown 

 carelessly to one side indicates a slovenly 

 groom, and one that can never expect to 

 rise In the esteem of his master or mistress. 



Cleaning and Preserving Boot-Tops. 



The tops of hunting grooms' and coach- 

 mens' boots vary In their colour, but salmon- 

 pink and reddish-brown are those In general 

 use. Any stains can be removed with a little 

 lemon juice. This, however. Is more the 

 work of the valet, if such a luxury be kept. 



If the tops are wet and muddy, they 

 should be lightly sponged with a clean 



