Mining in America and the United Mine Workers relations
The United States Coal commission reports that nonunion coal pick miners earn about $1 a day less than union workers, with days worked explaining much of the gap. It notes dangerous conditions, wage differences, and that many miners work every day or Sundays to reach higher earnings, while anthracite and soft coal fields show varied employment days and regional living patterns.
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United States Coal. Commission
United States Coal Commission
Illlinois
Indiana
Ohio
Western
Pennsylvania
Miners’ Union
Jacksonville
Fla
United States
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers of America
Indianapolis
Alexander Howat
Kansas
Howat
Illinois
Alabama
America
Middle West
Appalachian
West Virginia
Miners Union
Red Cross
Coal Commission
Fresh Eggs for Preserving in Water Glass Method
The guide from the United States Department of Agriculture explains using one part water glass to nine parts water to preserve eggs for six to ten months. It covers selecting a five gallon container, preparing the solution, placing eggs carefully, and maintaining the liquid depth to prevent spoilage.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States
Department of Agriculture
Ways to Dress Up Canned Vegetables for Varied Flavors
The article offers methods to rework canned vegetables beyond standard serving. Suggestions include boiling before tasting, adding onion juice celery salt bay leaf or green pepper, and layering scalloped dishes with bread crumbs butter and seasonings. It notes pairing tomatoes with peppers okra or onion and using ham bone or bacon for flavor.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Keeping Cut Bananas White With Lemon Juice
The article advises to cut bananas for salads or desserts and keep them standing briefly. It recommends sprinkling cut fruit with lemon juice to prevent browning and improve flavor.
Baking Tip Uses Sand Under Oven For Even Browning
A simple method to improve browning is to place a shallow dripping pan filled with beach sand under the oven rack. The sand acts as a heat buffer, helping cakes and biscuits brown evenly on top.
Do Not Spread Dust In Cleaning House
Cleaning guidance advises avoiding dispersing dust while tidying. Use vacuum or dustless mop. sweep softly with wet shredded newspaper or leaves. keep broom strokes on floor. Dust surfaces from top to bottom and remove small items for proper cleaning.
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United States Departent of Agriculture
Howehold Tips on Lamps and Kitchen Design
A reader shares home advice claiming the kitchen should be the finest room in the house. It suggests soaking a lamp wick in strong vinegar, drying it, and lighting to burn brightly with no smoky odor.
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John Dickinson Sherman
Bess
ATE
Kentucky
Colorado
Iowa
Wyoming
Virginia
Tennessee
Missouri
VRE
Hole
Howehold
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