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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1905
Page
7
A column argues for courtesy to shop-girls and customers during the Xmas rush. It notes fatigue, budget limits, and the need for respectful treatment on both sides. It criticizes pocketbook snatch fears and gum chewing, urging dignified conduct in stores and by employers.
A column of home economy notes covers winter squash cooking methods, banana prep, and omelet tips. It discusses enamel ware advantages, bread can care, and cleaning gloves, with musings on co operative housekeeping and shared tastes in a large domestic setup.
Lavender tinted cream in yellow sponge cake baskets makes a striking violet luncheon treat. Bake cups in muffin tins, remove tops, keep walls thick, beat egg whites with sugar then fold in cream and grape juice for tint. Fill cold baskets only at serving time for best texture.
A reader notes repeated attempts to keep nasturtium vines through winter by taking them before frost and placing in a bowl of water, but results have been inconsistent or failing after a short period.
Fashion notes describe pale blue messaline silk gowns with satin boleros embroidered in Oriental style and velvet ribbon trim. Suggestions cover soft fabrics including wool and silk, with optional elbow sleeves. Accessories include Japanese straw handkerchief boxes and cream glace kid glove tops with silk embroidery and beads for evening wear.
A forgotten home remedy outlines a two day method for preparing brisket corned beef. Simmer four pounds until tender, cool, skim fat, then reheat with beets carrots turnip and fruit for a suggested savory dish.
Reading a 19th century kitchen guide, the article describes preparing a big dinner with cabbage and root vegetables, timing steps an hour before serving, serving with pot liquor, followed by a meringued toast dessert and a beef Espagnole sauce recipe. It also includes carrot and turnip pairing with a light onion vinegar gravy and egg yolk finish.
Jellies gain flavor if sugar is not boiled with juice. Clean oll cloth with skim milk to brighten color. Add one teaspoon borax to starch for light fabrics to keep cleaner and add gloss. Rubber sleeves aid dishwashing when dressed. Change mop water often to avoid dirty water staining carpet. Cauliflower whiteness debated kettle orientation. salt on lid prevents smoking. Salt on milk splatters controls odor and grease on wood.
The piece traces the plate’s history from the sheltered shepherd blue to floral scenes and landscapes, then to pale purples and pinks, and finally to the gold band reign of the goldband plates. It notes a shift from ornate to simpler, Ivory white with gold edge, and the enduring appeal of the gold band.
A scrambled quoted exchange shows a child answering where relatives are, mentioning a literary club a physical culture activity and golf inka as places, followed by a note about getting supper.
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