Chapter III Beverages. Lovely chapter introduction in Fannie Farmer's iconic book for Beverages. Her cookbook was published starting 1887. My version is a 1924 edition. This would have been the height of Prohibition, so no wine, beer, or distilled liquors. We see that section VII covers beverages for medicinal purposes, which could be inclusive of... Continue Reading →
Resolutions on Temperance: “To Uphold Every Vice and Iniquity in the Land…” ~1866
Source: New York Tribune, April 10, 1866. Though a bit of a challenge on the eyes, this newspaper clipping is a fascinating find. It reads: RESOLUTIONS ON TEMPERANCE The Temperance Questions was next in order of business, and the following report was made on the subject: Whereas, The foes of temperance unite and cooperate in... Continue Reading →