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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1909
Page
5
A Star Reader column features exchanges about Jewish ancestry of George M. Cohan, a Boston Brown Bread recipe, a fruit cake tip to prevent a thick crust, and inquiries on a dry dressing for turkey and a jelly omelette. Also included are notes on railway magnate Jay Gould and Helen Gould.
Mrs Annie Basely made a fortune on a large Southern California chicken farm. Mrs Minnie Sherman of Fresno owns and runs one of the state’s largest vineyards. Miss Mary Austin was a ranch woman in California. Mrs Mary Armer of Hillaboro New Mexico has grown rich by raising Angora goats and sold several specimens for 4000 dollars each. The Marchioness Townshend is described as a dramatist of unusual ability.
Betty and her mother watch as the tiny celluloid doll and a red balloon tied to her sleigh float away on a strong wind. The girl hopes the doll finds another kind owner, while the plan to retrieve it remains unknown behind a tall building.
A collection of simple kitchen and home care tips. Recipes include cream whip with vanilla or wine and cocoa toppings, stale macaroon garnish for puddings, and lambs liver preparations on toast or in an omelet. Cleaning advice suggests turpentine in wash water for sparkling windows.
Winter fashion notes describe quilted satin jackets worn under street coats for warmth, lightweight suits suited for cold weather, and an emphasis on bows on shoes. Mourning muffes use crepe with taffeta bands, girdles remain high in front, blue velvet bands with rhinestone buttons trim a blue beaver turban, white jet decorates dance frocks and gowns, panniers use supple fabrics that drape rather than puff.
A recipe excerpt details heat the Mary CGD K BGDK Marlboro Pie with apples and cream, then a cheesy Escalloped Fish Au Gratin. Prepare crust, lattice top, bake in moderate oven, or make a bechamel style sauce with butter flour and milk for whitefish with breadcrumbs and grated cheese.
The article describes a plain home wear frock differing from past elaborate fashions. It notes princess style and separate blouse and skirt as common forms, with embroidery touches and an unusual hue to add individuality.
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