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Newspaper
Acton Enterprise
Location
Acton, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1920
Page
7
Farmers are urged to store pumpkins for winter use and explore dishes beyond pie. The article describes desserts breads puddings soups custards and casseroles using pumpkin or squash with simple methods such as steaming baking and basic seasonings for tasty year round dishes.
The United States Department of Agriculture notes losses from inedible matter in vegetables and offers tips to minimize waste. Peas and string beans lose 7 to 12 percent in preparation, cabbage leeks lettuce and cucumbers 10 to 12 percent, and tubers like potatoes about 20 percent. Careful peeling and trimming can reduce total refuse.
Rural women gain simple home craft instructions from home demonstration agents. Weaving baskets broommaking and small items for sale increases family income and supports home industries. Extra earnings often improve homes and aid the Red Cross, with some funds used to buy furniture for those in need.
Guidance on reinforcing stockings and garments to reduce wear. Advice includes sewing buttons on children coats and garments through multiple fabric layers to prevent tearing. Recommends stitching heels and toes with extra thread to extend stocking life.
Practical hints include using dried coffee grounds to fill pincushions and noting that sweat equals a lump in weight terms. Olive oil is touted as a scalp hair tonic while cleaning suggests hot water and soap then kerosene polish. Lighting and stain removal methods cover salt on discolored cups and egg spoons.
The article reviews reports of sea serpents and giant marine life, noting experts dismiss mythical beasts as misread natural phenomena. It mentions whales, sharks, manta rays, and octopuses with sizes up to about 40 feet for sharks and 20 feet for the manta, plus notes on the whalebone substance use and occasional sightings near Florida and the Indian Ocean.
The Hudson's Bay Company plans to sell vast tracts of North American land to settlers. Over 3,000,000 acres of fertile territory remain after colonial authority waned, with farmers expected to cultivate the unowned lands once offered to speculators and adventurers long ago.
Michael Singshie died in Odessa hospital after a prolonged illness. He leaves a widow and two sons with three grandchildren. The obituary notes his ties to the local Acton Center community and lists surviving family members.
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