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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1884
Page
6
A collage of kitchen tips and farming advice from 19th century papers. Includes cheese cake recipe, marble cleaning, pasture management, feeding cautions for livestock, cabbage stumps guidance, mashed potato pyramid, ammonia use in kitchens, and notes on farm chores during strikes. Names include Cleveland, Chicago, Troy, Prairie Farmer.
The article surveys stockings as a fashion staple, noting colors from light to black and their impact on outfits. It discusses silk and Lisle stockings, embroidered pairs for evening wear, and the rise of black dye that rubs off, prompting some women to return to Balbriggans amid concerns over skin irritation and cost.
A survey of dairy practices notes how cow comfort boosts milk yield and quality. It cites adulteration concerns, detection methods, and claims about sources like Devon milk versus Jersey and Guernsey. It also highlights industry trends in Wisconsin and the UK, stressing practical know-how over theoretical science.
At the Ontario dairymen convention Cc Buell of Rock Falls Illinois discussed the spread of the creamery system. He credited C C Fairlamb with establishing the first creamery under that name and noted the vast growth and impact across the West, including Illinois and Wisconsin. The speaker claimed about 800 creameries operate on this plan in the West and predicted it would spread to the Eastern States.
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