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Newspaper
Anita Record
Location
Anita, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1918
Page
7
The 1918 campaign seeks 1.5 billion quarts of home canned produce with an estimated 850 million packs in 1917. Motto urges “Fill every jar in every home” as officials note many jars remain unused nationwide. Caution given on salt quality and safety under food laws.
A U S department of agriculture report on the first war emergency food survey shows 1917 sugar intake at about 88.3 pounds per person, above the 84.7 pounds per capita average of the 1912–1916 period. The rise is linked to export production, population growth, and higher individual use while consumer stocks did not fall.
Collect all used jars and examine each for defects. Discard damaged containers and tops. Clean usable jars and store with tops. Order extra jars and rubber rings. Ensure the wash boiler or large vessel is leak free. Test pressure canning equipment if present. Make a false bottom with slats or bent wire. Use strong wire trays to lift hot jars from the water bath.
The text advises using substitutes for sugar such as dates, cereals with dates, dried fruits, honey, maple syrup or corn syrup. It suggests sweetening fruit with honey or maple, and using corn syrup or molasses in puddings and cakes. It also recommends reducing liquor by adjusting sweetener quantities.
A 1918 McClure Syndicate feature notes French fashion shifts influence American dress. It cites one piece frocks replacing tailored suits, uses of sheer materials, embroidery, and home-made trims to save clothes and conserve wool while maintaining elegance across day and night social activities.
The article describes a woman evaluating winter attire options from light frocks suitable for outdoor wear when buttoned up, to a morning chiffon gown adaptable for afternoon events and tea. She buys coats jugtas sweaters and discusses layering for warmth and style.
The south hag selects nature colors for camouflage including greens and reds. Colors named include Pitm green, poinsettia red, cyclamen red, hibiscus pink, grapefruit yellow, orange, coconut brown, and shaded tones.
The guide lists hand atomizers, bucket pumps, knapsack pumps, compressed air pumps, barrel pumps, and double action hand pumps for small orchards. Emphasis on noncorrosive materials, agitators, spray rods, adequate hoses, air chambers, and mounting options for efficient spraying and consistent pressure.
United States Department of Agriculture specialists report tobacco sick soils in the Connecticut valley cause heavy losses to wrapper leaf growers. Disease resistant varieties are being developed, with fertilizer, acid reactions, and crop rotation as remedies. Maryland Wisconsin and Kentucky efforts target resistant types for local needs.
Gardening is pleasant and profitable work that uses mellow soil seeds and cultivation to grow promising plants. It requires talent and interest and yields vigor and inspiration for farming.
Fragmentary report notes that hens produce fruit of quality in healthy quarters. Mentions Mayor involvement and local approval, but details are unclear.
United States Department of Agriculture specialists report that precooling lettuce to about 40 degrees and removing diseased leaves before shipping greatly reduces decay and improves market quality. Precooled celery arrives fresh with green top leaves, while non precooled celery shows yellow tops. initial icing costs less than full refrigeration. Proper crate spacing and floor racks improve air circulation for uniform cooling during transit.
Department of Agriculture specialists warn that improper handling and storage of sweet potatoes cause losses. Advice and best practices are provided by researchers, with emphasis on temperature control, curing, and ventilation to preserve quality.
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