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Newspaper

Anita Record

Location

Anita, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1928

Page

6

Common Defects in Dress Fitting Basics

Bureau of Home Economics guides on shoulder seam errors and remedies using a foundation pattern. It explains adjusting back shoulder length, easing extra width for shoulder blades, and altering neck and armscye to fit various figures. It also covers adjustments for ready-made dresses and pattern corrections.

Bureau of Home Economies United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Home Economics

Trends in Home Sewing Machines Reported by USDA

The Bureau of Home Economics surveyed 1 981 homemakers across 82 states and DC. Most owned sewing machines and motor-powered models rose with community size and income. Hemmer and ruffler attachments were most used. braider least. Copies available from USDA Information Office.

Bureau of Home Economics United States Department of Agriculture District of Columbia Office of Information Washington, D. C

Radish Origins Traced Across Ancient Civilizations

The radish spread from western Asia into Europe and beyond, cultivated in China, Japan, and Europe since early times. Herodotus notes radishes among pyramid builders, and De Candolle links its spread to west Asian cultivation. The plant likely emerged wild in parts of the Caucasus region and Greece, later adopted worldwide as a prized, ancient crop.

FTER Asia Europe North Sea Helgoland Denmark English Channel England Ireland Mediterranean Nice Genoa Chile Peru Theophrastus Pliny de Candolle Weeterm Bewereper Union China Japan Herodotus Pyramid of Cheops Karnak Eastern Caucasus Palestine Anatolia Greece

Slow Cooking Rabbit for Flavorful Dishes

The article advises browning rabbit pieces in fat such as bacon before slow cooking. It notes fricasseed rabbit is browned then boiled, and suggests simmering in water or in a gravy made from the cooking fat to improve flavor.

United States Department of Agriculture

Savory Pork and Veal Cakes Recipe

A bureau of economics recipe details pork and veal cakes baked in casserole. Ingredients include ground meat onion pepper parsley salt bacon toothpicks and brown gravy. Cakes are browned then simmered with bacon fat and served with a onion gravy.

The Bureau of Economics

Stuffed Spare Ribs featured as farm delicacy

The farm home economics bureau offers a method for preparing stuffed spare ribs with apple filling. Wash and flatten ribs, layer with a browned onion parsley mixture, seal, season, and bake until golden then simmer covered for about 1 1/2 hours.

Bureau of Home Economics

Dropped Codfish Balls Are Light and Delicate

The bureau of home economics offers codfish ball directions noting lighter texture than molded cakes. Use salt codfish shredded and soaked, mashed potatoes with milk and butter, eggs, and light frying until golden. Drain and serve promptly.

Bureau of Home Economics

Cat Finds Way Home Across 80 Miles Bridge

A black cat named Bonzo belonging to Bert Pierson of Hertz England navigated the King's Ferry bridge to travel from Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey back to his old home 80 miles away. The puzzling return has Pierson baffled as the cat remained at the old residence until found.

Bonzo Bert Pierson Hertz England Pierson Sheerness Isle of Sheppey King’s Ferry Old Home

Making money as a game grows in men's minds

The remark suggests money is pursued less for its value and more for the thrill of winning. It frames wealth as a competitive objective where personal gain hinges on success rather than financial need.

Pony Escapes Express Car in Kansas Train Chase

A Shetland pony leaped from an express car near Newton Kansas as the train ran about 40 miles per hour. Express messengers failed to notice the absence until after a considerable distance. Officials found the missing pony grazing on the right of way and it completed its journey on another train.

Newton Kan

Veracity and Confidence Among Men

A concise reflection notes that few men fully trust their own truthfulness and that many doubt their own statements. The remark underscores skepticism about personal credibility and honesty.

Biblical Shield Charm Mahzel Goes Global as Lucky Talisman

The Mahzel, described as the shield of David, is marketed in Europe as a lucky charm used by devout Jews for millennia. The tale traces its origins to Levine’s airplane sign during an Atlantic flight, with Mahzel also appearing on the ark in synagogues.

Mahzel Europe Levine Atlantic

Life's current coin is made of plain common sense

A reflective note frames everyday judgment as the currency of practical wisdom. The author underscores simple, steady reasoning as the reliable resource guiding choices amid shifting pressures and uncertain outcomes.

Neighborhood Shadows Hiding Worse Neighbors

Citizens seldom realize neighbors may pose greater risks than they seem. Local residents should remain vigilant as subtle threats can emerge within familiar streets.

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