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Rock Valley Bee

Location

Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1930

Page

19

First Trouser Suits For Little Boys Prepared By USDA

The United States Department of Agriculture outlines self reliance in toddlers by designing simple trousers without side seam plackets, using front drop plackets with four accessible buttons. The outfit stays above the knee, with a snug simulated polo collar and short trimmed sleeves for freedom of movement, advocating consistent button placement and durable materials.

United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Hone Economics Unitef Bureau

Soy Beans Move From Stock to Table Food

Soy beans long tied to livestock feed are gaining popularity as table food. Oriental peoples used them in many forms and experiments in North America and Europe show soy as a low starch diet option. The USDA notes soy flour aids infant feeding and food companies have market forms for special diets.

North America Europe United States Department of Agriculture

World Has Few A Wise Wife Says Chicago News

A Chicago News column quotes a maxim that a wise wife pretends to believe much of what her husband says. The remark frames domestic dynamics with humor and a hint of irony.

Chicago News

Tiny Capes in Fashion Limelight

Fashion notes by Julia Bottomley discuss capelets as mini sleeves enhancing sleeveless frocks. Capelets appear on tennis dresses, chiffon afternoon pieces, and printed challis outfits. Challis fabrics rise in popularity for day dresses and blouses, with paisley patterns and border designs shaping three piece ensembles.

Julia Bottomley Western Newspaper Union

Dishes and Desserts From a 1930s Home Cookbook

Home prepared cakes pastries and fish sauces with almond slices Neapolitan squares and fruit pastries feature layered cake, jelly, chocolate icing and maraschino cherries. Fish sauces include mustard cream and Marseille style. Mutton with spinach and potatoes is served with a light gravy. 1930 Western Newspaper Union.

The Sandman Story for Children: Snake Family Skins

Mrs. Wiggle Snake explains to her family why snakes shed their skin each spring and wait to become new, discussing the process, senses, and patience. The tale follows their anticipation of a family dinner after their new skins grow, noting their curiosity and appetite as they wait.

Xiks Wiggle Snake Mr. Wiggie Mrs. Wiggle Snake Mrs. Wiggle Weateca Newspaper Union

Timely Hints for the Housekeeper in Winter

Practical household tips on kitchen work height, child warmth, and diet. Suggests lemon juice in fried fish, vegetables to boost appetite, and wearing knitted underwear for kids to stay warm and comfortable in winter.

The Last Word at the Matinee Joke

Claire and a little fiend stayed so long at the picture show that Claire's mother asked the reason. The daughter replied we stayed for the poverty, delivering a blunt, humorous end to the outing in a small town newspaper tone.

Claire

Not Reliable Currency Praise in Fame Wars

A fragment quotes Hi Ho, the sage of Chinatown, saying praise brings undeserved cure and pleasure, while Washington Star notes it as counterfeit money in the currency of fame. The line critiques fame as counterfeit praise.

Hi Ho Chinatown Washington Star

Broiled Rabbit Recipe From Federal Cooking Guide

A United States Department guide promotes domestic rabbits as a tender alternative to chicken. It details broiling method: wipe clean, season, bake at 375 to 400 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes, then brown under a broiler, served with parsley drippings on a flat platter.

United States Department of Agriculture Bureau of Home Economies

Ways of using leftover rice from USDA guidance

USDA guidance offers multiple uses for cold cooked rice. Reheat by steam for breakfast with sugar and cream or served with stewed fruit. Reheated rice can be plated with carrots and peas or browned in butter. Mix with vegetables for cold salads with mayonnaise or use as a thickener in soups. Prepare verogtettes with meat and onions, parsley or celery seed. Combine with fish or meat in stews or bake between fish steaks. Recook in milk with fat and sugar for a nourishing child or invalid dish. Rice scalloped with white sauce and cheese makes luncheon or supper fare. Water from cooked rice can be used in soups, scalloped dishes, or starching fabrics. Also notes stain removal by boiling water over linen stains.

United States Department of Agriculture

How to Mend Summer Underwear

A method to mend torn summer undergarments avoids repeated repairs. Cut straight across the back between armseyes and insert a thin fabric piece, using a double seam, then hem the inserted patch to finish.

Diphtheria May Be Eliminated In New York Soon

New York achieved near elimination of diphtheria in 1929 through modern publicity and sweeping public health measures under Dr Shirley Wayne. The annual report notes the disease could be extinct in the city within five years, citing high mortality prior to improvements and referencing widespread serum importation from Brazil.

New York

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