Location of the Refrigerator in a Farm Kitchen
A USDA design illustrates an efficient kitchen layout with an icebox placed near the northwest entry for easy loading. The plan links the refrigerator to work centers, shows a Western wall cabinet and a double-drain sink beneath a window, and highlights a two-way pass closet between kitchen and dining room for swift dish storage and washing.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Fool Preparation Center
Helps for Housekeepers and Home Sewing Tips
Practical advice for homemakers notes removing hat stains with emery paper and caring for silk stockings and underwear. It mentions washing silk undergarments in mild soap and lukewarm water, curtains bound with bias tape as a new improvement, and cautions about wearing hose that are too short or tight supporters shortening the line of silk stockings.
Evening Fairy Tale of Two Ostriches on Love
A whimsical exchange between two young ostriches on a farm as they declare their affection and mutual devotion. The conversation features playful, childlike lines about being mates and “queer” love, with adults weighing in on age and suitability. The scene captures a gentle, imaginative mood of companionship.
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Mr. Ostrich
Flavor of Lamb Not Affected by Fell Pewee dete
A 1930 Western News article discusses the lamb fell or outer skin and its cooking effects. It notes that removing the fell can improve some cuts while leg keeps shape better with it. The piece also includes dialogue from ostrich characters reflecting on ethics of using feathers for decorations and animal welfare concerns.
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Bureau of Some Economics
United States Department of Agriculture
Mrs. Ostrich
Mr. Ostrich
Ostrich
Sirs
Ogtrich
Delighted Party Punch Recipe From U S Bureau
About fifty servings from a fruit punch recipe prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture. Mix sugar with water to make a syrup, strain citrus juice, add fresh fruit and tea, then top with ice and carbonated water. Adjust with water to taste.
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United States
Axrien
Bureau of Some Economics
Clothes Aid to Milady's Charm on Dress Power
An essay promotes a new psychology of dress and grooming to transform a wife’s appeal. Actress Minna Gombell demonstrates a metamorphosis from homely, neglected appearance to radiant charm through fashion, makeup, and styling across morning to evening outfits.
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Milady
Minna Gombell
Nancy
Miss Gombell
Foods From Other Countries and Table Etiquette
This 1936 Western Newspaper Union excerpt extols cosmopolitan cuisine and international fare in American kitchens. It covers fruit imports, Panama salad and Porto Rican sandwiches, plus tips on hosting, serving comfort, and tea cart use for leisurely suppers with guests.
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America
Globe
China
India
South America
West Indies
Weslern
Beauty trends urge charm over homeliness in 1900s
A clipped remark from Western Newspaper Union advocates shifting from homeliness to charm and attractiveness. It suggests beauty doctors and dress psychology drive action, replacing plain looks with polished presentation.
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Les Chire
Western Newspaper Union
Samoan land laws and satire noted in brief
The text notes that all land in the Samoan islands is privately owned and that a law forbids foreigners from purchasing such land. It adds that the satires are of a high class and literacy is widespread. It mentions The Ride jointy as Christians.
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Mr Ostrich
Samoa
Samoan Islands
Importance of Good Posture in Home Work
Prepared by the United States Department of Agriculture, the guide stresses posture as vital for homemakers. It outlines how slouching and improper angles cause fatigue, backache, and potential health issues, and offers practical fixes such as adjusting work surface height, sitting upright with a straight back, and keeping feet flat.
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United States Department of Agriculture
United States Department Agriculture
Massachusetts
One Prescription Made Family Doctor Famous
Dr Caldwell’s syrup pepsin brought relief to constipation symptoms affecting men women and children. The prescription gained fame for its quick pleasant relief and grew so popular by 1885 that it was mass produced and sold at drugstores nationwide.
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Dr. Caldwell
Caldwell
Cat Ate Wedding Cakes Sparks Quick Do-over Promise
A brief note from a Baltimore Sun item reports a cat devouring wedding cake treats made for guests. The groom promises to replace the cat and bake fresh cakes the next day.
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Baltimore’ Sun
Farm Engineering Gainer For 15 Years
The federal government has taught agricultural engineering to U S farmers for 15 years. In 175 years the field has grown about 3 500 percent, with expenditure rising similarly. Extension work focuses on farm water supply soil erosion machinery and related topics across 25 states.
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Rebecca Foresman
Hanford
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Tentimanlala
K-R-O Co
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Minnesota St. - St. Paul
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Mparia Colgrand
Droggiste i Ghent
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Patchowne
N.Y
Reston
Mailor Et Drane
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Patchogue
Nyx
Warold Somers
Brooklyn
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