Ladies From Hell of Samoa Serve in American Service
The piece profiles the Kita-Fitas, Samoa natives serving in American Samoa under U.S. governance. It describes their kilts and uniforms, duties as policemen and jail guards, role in cricket, band, and courtly ceremonies during governor tours, and recalls their courage in 1889 amid naval clashes and a hurricane.
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Washington, D. C
Sam
Scotland
Hell
Samoa
South Pacific
Coolridge
National Geographic Society
Lorena Maccintyre Quinn
Follo
American Samoa
Southea Island
Por
Fita-Fitas
Pago Pago
South Sea
America
United States Navy
Islands
Apia
How to Cook Hominy from USDA Guidance
The article explains several types of hominy including samp pearl and grits, plus lye hominy. It details preparation methods from soaking to cooking, with guidance for fireless cookers and double boilers, and suggests cooking times from several hours to just minutes depending on method. It also notes storage, flavor, and uses as a vegetable substitute.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Different Ways to Mend Rugs at Home
The article from the USDA outlines methods for repairing rugs and carpets at home. It recommends matching wool colors, using carpet yarns when possible, and employing a stout needle and curved scissors. For pile rugs, back the fabric then weave in pile yarns, knotting around warp to form a velvety surface. Edge repairs include binding or blanket stitching and creating a durable selvage with cords and wool.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Brussels
Wilton
Tomato Mincemeat Recipes From Green Tomatoes
The article presents two uses for green tomatoes: a mock mincemeat for winter pies and a green tomato relish style pickle. It outlines steps: salt and drain tomatoes, mix with sugar and raisins for mincemeat, or prepare a spiced pickle with onions peppers and spices, then jar and process. Includes quantities and spice notes.
Smallest Book in World Shown by Elberfeld Opera Singer
An Elberfeld opera singer displays a book claimed to be the smallest in the world. Measuring one quarter inch by one half inch, it contains German operas and is titled Almanac op the year 1837.
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Elberfeld
Germany
Spoon Bread Recipe From Old Time Kitchen
The article shares a traditional spoon bread recipe noted by the U S Department of Agriculture. It lists corn meal water eggs milk salt shortening and instructions to mix boil and bake in a hot oven until fluffy and smooth.
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United States Department of Agriculture
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U.S. Army
Tutuila
Fita-Fita
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