The Christmas Tree Through Ages and American Harvests
The article traces evergreen symbolism from ancient Rome Druids and Egyptians to a Christian symbol. It notes New York sails a quarter million trees yearly, prices vary by district, and describes harvesting, packing, and transplanting methods. It also outlines a national reforestation push and a vast future timber program.
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Yuletide Bells Ring Through Grim Winter Landscape
A rhythmic verse describes Yuletide through wind and snow across barren hills. Old winter breathes cold and gray as stripped trees bend and sorrow lingers, yet Yuletide bells ring clear.
Care in Selection of China and Glass Ware
Proper care begins with choosing artistic yet affordable china and open stock designs. Wash regularly, replace chipped pieces, and store carefully to avoid dust and discoloration. Boil new dishes before first use to strengthen them and keep special china for warming foods. Thorough drying after washing preserves sparkle and table appeal.
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China
How to Iron Embroidery for a Clean Finish
How to press embroidery properly using a heavy cotton felt ironing cloth. Fold and sew to create two layers, place the embroidery face down, cover with a damp cloth, and press with a moderately hot iron. This method lets the embroidery sink into the felt for a crisp, neat appearance.
Dutch Salad A Pickled Cauliflower and Cucumber Mix
A recipe for Dutch Salad combines cauliflower, cabbage, green tomatoes, and hot peppers chopped and boiled in water with half a cup of salt. A dressing of sugar flour mustard cider vinegar thickened, with celery seed and turmeric, coats onions and cucumber pickles then bottled into nine quarts.
Butter Cake Frying Method from Historic Recipe
A recipe describes mixing 1 1 3 pounds flour with three teaspoons baking powder one tablespoon sugar and salt. Form a dough with half milk half water roll to half inch thick cut rounds fry in hot butter until brown using about half a pound of butter. notes adding a tablespoon of molasses for browning.
Frosted Lemon Pie Recipe from Old Newspaper
A short recipe describes Frosted Lemon Pie with two egg yolks and one cup sugar beaten, then two tablespoons flour and 1.5 cups sweet milk heated in a double boiler until thickened. After cooling, lemon juice is added, the filling is poured into a crust and baked, then frosted with beaten egg whites and returned to oven until delicate.
Cleaning a White Felt Hat With Magnesia Paste
The method uses powdered magnesia mixed with cold water to form a paste. Apply thickly to dirty areas, brush cover to remove powder, and repeat as needed until the hat is clean.
Eggs With Cheese Poached in Cream on Toast
Poach eggs in hot cream then place on toasted bread. Season with salt and pepper and finish with a spoonful of grated cheese on each egg. Serves as a simple, creamy early preparation.
Tunnel Proposal Between England and France Revisited
The planned Channel tunnel originated with Mathieu in the early 1800s. By 1867 multiple rail schemes existed, with a bored tunnel under the Channel eyed at about 50 million dollars. War paused work. 1874 talks restarted, but funding failed in 1880. Renewed interest follows improved Anglo French relations.
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France
English Channel
Mathieu
Argonaut
Channel
The Largest Bedroom In A Californian Farm
A farmer with a 160 acre California farm tells a kindly new hand that any part of the land appearing suitable may serve as a sleeping area. He offers access to meals and house reading matter, making the question of sleeping space immaterial.
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California
Popular
Getting Even Spelling Confusion Sparks Banter
A brief chat quotes a girl named June spelling her name as Juen to thwart the Maes from getting ahead in spelling. The exchange shows wit and pride in personal identity. The dialogue highlights regional speech and clever naming contrasts.
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Maes
Excess of Riches and a Coal Cellar Quip
A Detroit Free Press excerpt notes a joke about wealth with a man boasting nine tons of coal in his cellar and another claiming only one but paid for. The ad segment then shifts to medical claims about constipation and promotes Dr. Pierce's Pellets tiny sugar coated granules as a cure.
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Detroit Free Press
Pierce
Watch buyers seek value in Red Cross Ball Blue
An advertising blurb notes the value of Red Cross Ball Blue claiming double value for money and asks readers to trust their grocer Ady. It humorously contrasts the watch wearer who carries little with pockets full of cash and a man who stumbles into fortune when stepping in.
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Ady
Cole's Carboli Salve Eases Itching Skin Disease
Ad claims Cole's Carboli salve stops itching and smooths skin and is sold by druggists for 25 and 50 cents. The ad ends with a humorous remark about some fellows keeping lata hours.
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Cole
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