Progressive Home Canning Methods for Surplus Produce
The article outlines profitable disposal of surplus fruits and vegetables through one period cold pack canning taught by the U S Department of Agriculture. It covers equipment, sterile preparation, blanching times, hot pack filling, sealing, and storage guidelines including sugar salt brines, jars vs cans, and labeling essentials for safe preservation and market readiness.
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United States Department of Agriculture
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Tistland
Bint
Lee
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Jellies From Unsugared Fruit Juices Advised
United States Department of Agriculture explains how to sterilize and bottle unsugared fruit juices for jelly making at home. Techniques include cooking fruits to softness, straining juice, hot bottling, proper air space, and sealing to ensure safety and shelf life. Thorough sterilization and sealing are essential for success.
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Frying Right Makes Food Wholesome When Done Properly
A cooking expert explains proper frying to avoid soggy greasy results and health concerns. Key points cover fat depth and heat, moisture control, use of a frying basket, and handling of fried items to maintain crispness. Warns against water contact with hot fat and notes no preservative exists for vegetables.
Feasibility gaps in New York road widths 16 to 18 feet
First Deputy Highway Commissioner H Eltinge Breed warns that most state roads in 1912 are 16 feet wide and that the $13 000 per mile basis is insufficient for full system completion. He advocates economy, varied pavements, and federal aid to reach 18 feet for two lines and 24 feet for three, noting wider vehicles require broader pavements for safe passing.
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New York
Toney
H. Eltinge Breed
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Mileage of Concrete Roads Expands Across United States
The spread of concrete pavements accelerates from 864000 to 19000000 square yards between 1909 and 1914. Benefits include durability, smooth surface, low maintenance until renewals, and good base for other surfaces. Drawbacks cover noise with horse traffic, joint wear, and cracking complicating repairs.
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United States
Motor vacuum cleaner adopted for Los Angeles streets
The western city of Los Angeles introduces a motor vacuum street cleaning apparatus after months of discussion and recent demonstrations proving its practicality. The piece notes ongoing efforts toward better roads across the United States and mentions the need for stilt-walking cranes for center plow and sod decoration methods.
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Los Angeles
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Garden advice notes on seeds pruning and tool repair
A compact column offers seed experimentation with new vegetables, guidance to repair garden tools, and tips to prune and spray fruit trees to improve quality and yield. It emphasizes trying unfamiliar seeds, proactive tool maintenance, and proactive orchard care for better harvests.
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