War council updates Florida defense efforts and salvage drive
The State Defense Council committees report on wartime programs. Ches Treadway chairs Economic of War on Industry and power fuel plans. Major Gen Albert H. Blanding leads Civilian Protection. Red Cross liaison Mr C F Rowland brings veteran disaster relief experience. Florida salvage campaigns rise, with waste paper and metals shipments up and Victory Baskets sold. Air raid wardens receive rapid training as Polk County schools expand instruction.
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Walter C
Ches. Treadway
Ashington
Thomas C. Impson
Osincup
Albert H. Blanding
Citizens Defense Corps
McGregor Smith
Fowler
Executive Committee
C. F. Rowland
American Red Cross
Florida
State Defense Council
Rowland
Red Cross
Russia
Washington
Tampa
University of Florida
American Legion Auxiliary
M. L. Montgomery
Tallahassee Administration
Talla
Frisbie
Polity Defense Corps
Bartow
Polk County
Props in informal portraiture for lively shots
The GUIDE explains using everyday objects as props to relax subjects and add mood. It cites tennis gear and clothing as example props and recommends a grab bag of items like books hats drapes and art objects to create varied portraits.
Insect Pests Target Florida Gardens As Season Advances
State entomologist J R Watson urges quick action as home gardens face pests. Gardeners should dig for cutworms at dawn, prepare bait for beans and tomatoes, burn damaged stalks to halt borers, and use pyrethrum for leaf hoppers. Use arsenical sprays for Colorado potato beetle and apply kerosene to knock off plant bugs.
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Florida
J. R. Watson
State Experiment Station
Colorado
Lake County
North Florida
Fermentation and Storage of Sauerkraut
The guide explains kraut fermentation starts within a day, quickens with warmth, and warns that excess warmth increases spoilage. It details daily care, removing scum, washing cloth, and testing completion by lack of bubbles. Canning in sterilized jars with a salt brine is recommended, with 20 minutes of boiling for quarts.
Why Not Make Sauerkraut For Your Family
Cabbage is plentiful and cheap, ideal for sauerkraut through lactic fermentation in cabbage juice brine. Salt draws juice, creating a healthful food. guidelines include 1 lb salt per 40 lb cabbage or 2 oz per 5 lb, with jars and preparation steps noted for preservation.
Eggs For Health And Cooking Tips
Eggs are described as protective foods rich in minerals and vitamins, especially iron in the yolk, and as a high quality protein source. The article offers cooking guidance from using moderate heat, simmering water, and proper oven temperatures for custards, cakes, and meringues.
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Snowbirds OF
Canada
Iceland
H. Blanding
Civilian Defense News
the State Defense Council of Florida
George L. Burr, Jr
State Council
State Defense Council of Florida
Civilian Defense
SDC
Charles M. Murchison
Spessard L. Holland
Murchison
Holland
Atlantic
Samuel T. Teague
J. Keefe
John Kilgore
L. H. Kramer
H. B. Pace
Lisle Smith
Cody Fowler
Crane Furniture Co
Eggs For Health
Anna Mae Sikes
Central
Pt Dora
Plymouth
Civilian Defense Corps
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