Procure some soft straw or hay to pack them in, and if they are to be
sent a long way, and are heavy, the hay or straw should be a little
damp, which will prevent them slipping about. Let the largest and
heaviest things be always put undermost in the box or hamper. Let
there be plenty of straw, and pack the articles tight; but never
attempt to pack up glass or china which is of much consequence, till
you have seen it done by some used to the job. The expense will be
but trifling to have a person to do it who understands it, and the
loss may be great if articles of much value are packed up in an
improper manner.