Easter Week Across Nations and Washington Child Fest
The piece reflects Easter themes from religious observance to civic traditions. It recounts Washington Easter Monday egg rolling at the White House with McKinley Grant and Harrison ties, and notes global practices from Jerusalem to Spain Greece and Russia, including dances, cockfighting, and cross customs.
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Nature
J. B. Remensnyder
White House
Washington
Executive Mansion
Baltimore
Virginia
Capitol
McKinley
General Grant
Nellie Arthur
Benjamin Harrison
Saturikeechaiartse
Easy
Uncle Sam
Jerusalem
Calvary
Rome
Lateran Palace
Pilate
New Mexico
Brothers of Penitence
Russia
Spain
Greece
Megara
Athens
Demonstration Agents Teach Pupils How To Prepare Lunch
A California school lunch demonstration shows pupils packing healthier lunches. Home demonstration agents from the U S Department of Agriculture and state colleges lead two sessions at Anderson grammar school in Shasta county. Children learn to use lunch boxes and promote better appearances with milk bottles and waxed paper wrapped sandwiches.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United’ States” Department of ‘Agriculture
Anderson Grammar School
Shasta County
California
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Delicious Rhubarb Pie Canned for All Seasons
A reader advisory from the Agriculture department explains canning rhubarb to enjoy year round. Instructions cover cutting, packing in vertical jars, water bath processing for 30 minutes, or 10 to 15 minutes under five pounds in a steam canner, and sealing and cooling with jars inverted to prevent leaks. Also includes a rhubarb sauce method with sugar, a 20 minute water bath, and 10 minutes steam pressure, stored in a dark dry cool place.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Floor Coverings Advice for Wood Finishing
The passage counsels using flooring materials and coatings that enhance wood’s natural qualities rather than mirroring objects placed on the floor. It stresses careful treatment to preserve the authentic appearance of the wood.
Cleaning Mirrors with Whiting Paste
Mirrors are satisfactorily cleaned by using a paste of whiting and water or whiting mixed with a few drops of wood alcohol. Wipe off the paste and polish with a soft cloth.
Cleaning grease from fabric using turpentine blotting
Saturate the grease spot with turpentine then place blotting paper under and above it. Press firmly and leave with a heavy weight to draw the grease into the paper.
Simple Raisin Stoneing Method by Quick Water Dip
Raisins can be pitted quickly by soaking in boiling water for two minutes then draining. Pinch out the stones from the stem end for a smooth, stoner-free result.
Hot Muffins for Breakfast Method
Households may ease morning crunch by preparing batter the night before. Mix flour cornmeal rye meal or graham flour salt sugar baking powder then beat eggs with milk and heat into dry ingredients. Grease tins wait until morning then bake for hot muffins to enjoy with coffee and marmalade.
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Arranging Fruit in Gelatin
Instructions describe dissolving gelatin and letting it cool then layering fruit and nutrients in molds. A small amount of gelatin is set first to secure fruit, then additional gelatin or layers are added until the dessert hardens.
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White House
Glycerine as sugar substitute in cooking
A teaspoonful of glycerin used in cooking can replace about half the sugar in cakes and jams. It does not alter flavor and aids preservation, with a teaspoon per pound of fruit yielding half the usual sugar.
Home Pantry Tips From A Period Kitchen Row
All Aron Curtain reference plus practical cooking notes. Wipe woodwork with oiled cloth and roll sausages in flour before frying to prevent sticking. Parsley in winter windowsill. Cracker crumb adds to dishes. Celery carrots radishes beef kept by sand. Eclairs filled with strawberries and iced. Ferns in hot water weekly sprout new shoots. Canned pears with grated cheese on lettuce.
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