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So I’m not sure if this holds with the practical of Miss Corson’s Practical American Cookery, but…

Check out this wonderful Victorian image of spinning sugar – slightly intimidating for the home cook. In fact, probably don’t try this at home.

Also, note the handlebar on this gentleman! Very, very dapper indeed!

More Fun Discoveries

• Oranges With Jelly ~1886
• Advice on Mushroom Foraging ~1866
• Dandelion Salad ~1844

Source: Miss Corson’s Practical American Cookery and Household Management, 1886.