And the history of Mason jars.
Category Archives: Non-recipe
Cough Syrup
A practical recipe to have around in the 1920s.
Lady Nicotine
It’s missing the first and last sentences, but I can fix that.
Advice on Raisins, Bread Crumbs, And Quilt Blocks
Three of the random scraps of wisdom in this box.
Grandma’s Cure For Sniffles
It’s a treatment, not a cure, of course.
Liniment From Mrs. Weber
Well, this certainly would be, uhm, fragrant.
Farm Remedies
Most of these actually work, believe it or not.
Rules For Working I
Basic home economics etiquette, circa 1930.
Diet For Babies
I’m not sure if this information is still valid, but I’m guessing it’s not what a pediatrician would recommend.
Valentine Greeting by Western Union
This is probably a good time to get to know Catherine Nichepor a little better.
Steps in Cold Pack Canning
Don’t use these instructions.
Timetable For Canning Fruit by Cold Pack Method
Again, just for historical interest.