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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Needs Invdlids Chair.

"Will you kindly help ne to secure an invalid's chair for my next door neigh bor? He has been an invalid for years. suffering from rheumatism, and cannot straighten any of his limbs. He is as helpless as . baby, and, as he himself says, If he could only get out into the fresh air there is no telling how much good 1t might do him. No better deed could be done than to secure chair for this shut-in L. Ii. N.
 At this time of year the thoughts of all of us turn lonsingly to out of doors. Happily most of us are able to gratify our desire to get into the open. and this fact ought to soften our hearts and open our pocketbooks for the benefit of those who are unable to satisfy such a craving. If any one feels inclined to help him by gift or by the suggestion of how to pro= cure the chair he needs, I will be happy to give the address of the correspondent who writes the letter just presented. Un- happily, only initials accompany 1t, no full name, but fhe town, street. and num- Der are supplied and by means of tnls the writer can be reached.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

lobster must be boiled. taken from the shell when cold, cut into neat pieces. and dressed with a good mayonnaise. The following directions will also produce sat isfactory results: Creamed Lobster-Cook together one tablespoon of flour and two of butter in a saucepan until they bubble; pour upon them a cup of rich milk quar- ter of which is cream. Stir until the sauce Is thick and smooth; put into 1t two cups of lobster, cut, not chopped, into neat pieces. and let all get smoking hot over the fire. Add salt to taste, saltspoon of cayenne. and the juice of a lemon. At the last moment stir in two tablespoons of cream; take the saucepan from the stove and fill scallop shells with the con- tents. Strew crumbs over the top, dot thickly with bits of butter, set the shells In the oven until the crumbs are lightly Drowned. and serve the lobster in the shells.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

We'll if that doesn't rouse some of the selfish lazy ones out of their lethargy I believe that nothing will. During the last few years l have begun to realize that the little things count for more than the big and that there Is no one who can not bring sunshine to some one else if only she has the inclination l believe there are lots of little ways in which I can help. do fancy work all day because l have nothing else to do. l can go out. my health permitting, but don't care to do so. as my home is so dear to me that l can't bear to be out of it. have maga- zines and books, embroidery patterns and ways to transfer them, suggestions and ideas, all of which l would be most glad to pass on to some one. I write many letters each week to friends and would be glad to extend my list, as my corre- spondence Is a great pleasure to me. I have the sincerest admiration for the Corner and would like much to contribute some thing to it. MRS. O. SH."
 It moves me to sincere regret to state that there is some error In the address of M W. letter sent to the address named in the corre espondent's letter was returned
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Has Use for Rose Leaves.

''I would be glad to avail myself Of the opportunity offered to shut-ins to cor respond with the church club of which read in the Corner. The world Is so beau tiful and I long to have some of 1t come in here to me so that I may be in close touch with 1t. I will utter no words of complaint. but only say that destiny has made me a cripple. l am so glad and thankful to be able to earn an honest living with my own fingers that realize have abundant reason for rejoicing-and do rejoice. I wonder if you will con- slider me a nuisance if ask the Corner ites to send me rose leaves that can use in the little sachets make for sale. They would be . great help to me. also wish to say that If any of the Corner would enjoy a religious publication will gladly forward the copies as they come to me.
 IS. M. R.
 Are there not some of our Cornerites with rose gardens who will share their largesse of petals with this worker and thus enable her to make the pretty rose
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

MY second plea that the Corner MI housekeepers should send me
 " recipes for their Johns favorite,
 dishes received a far more gener-
 ous response than the first re- quest As a result l am able to offer an interesting collection of directions for preparing dishes which have won the ap- doubtless prove popular in other homesto which they are introduced. Several housekeepers sent more than one recipA I give in some cases the comments of the writers as we'll as the recipes:
 " note what you say in the Corner in regard to replies to your request for Johns favorite'
 '' I believe a wife who is not willing to cater to the taste of her husband occa- sionally is too selfish to be much of a help meet and should have remained single For nearly thirty years I have had the habit of making dishes l knew my John was fond of. and I do not think 1t has hurt me in the least. The following are few of the things l have made, and if you wish can send you more at some future date.
 '' Potato Fried Cakcs-Boil three good sized potatoes, mash fine. and stir in one cup of sugar When cool add one egg. three tablespoons of butter. one cup of sweet milk, two teaspoons of cream of tartar, and ono even teaspoon of soda. Flavor with nutmeg or cinnamon. Add sufficient flour to make dough that will roll out without sticking
 Graham Bresd-Two cups of white wheat four. four cups of Graham flour. one cup of molasses, two and one-half cups of buttermilk or sour milk, one cup of water. two teaspoons of soda. and little salt
 Corn Bread.-Two cups of cornmeal two cups of wheat flour, one cup of mo- lasses. two cups of sour milk, two tea spoons of soda. and little salt Steam two hours.
 Pudding from Bread Dough.-When putting the bread into the tins cut off a piece of dough as large as coffee cup and put 1t into a basin where it will not rise too fast. An hour before dinner put the dough into . steamer and cook until done. Slice then with a sharp knife spread with jam tpreferably strawberry. and eat with sweetened cream
 "Grape Conserve.-Three pounds of grapes, three pounds of sugar. one pound each of raisins and of walnut meats. Seed the grapes. add the pulp to the skins. put with the other ingredients, and cook for several hours, Put up in jelly glasses, pouring paraff1n over the top. MEd.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
His Foporite Dish.

Tn reply to the inquiry about Johns favorite dish.' I would like to say that in my opinion If John has the dishes he thinks his favorites often enough he will come to the point where he will have no particular favorite. My husband at one time thought that baked fish was hs favorite dish. but after having 1t served once a week for several weeks he has reached the stage where he doesn't like it any better than any meat dish. Just at present he thinks oysters and lobster are the things he likes best and shall en- deavor to satisfy his longing for oysters hy having them once week at least. but I have never served lobster and would be glad of any recipes that are not too expensive. Both my husband and son arc very easy to cook for, as they eat every thing with the exception of sauerkraut
 and my husband does not cara for any thing in the sausage line. M. B. B."
 It has never been my Idea that John was to be served with the dish he con- sidered his especial favorite so often that 1t ceased to be treat The greatest dainties become commonplace If they ap- pear on the table constantly. But if his preferred dish can greet him upon special occasions, when he Is tired or lacking in appetite; if he can have enough variety at all times to prevent monotony. and the
 particular preparation is reserved for the right time, I do not believe there is much risk of his growing tired of it. Common sense should be used in giving it to him only often enough to make its appearance . pleasant surprise. The old saying that "enough is too much " may be applied here.S In many places fresh lobster Is rather expensive luxury in itself. but there are good ways of cooking it which are not costly. The best known method. perhaps. . e serve 1t in salad. and for this the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

one has no name that know of. We are all fond of 1t and my John iikes 1t in his lunch basket:
 Half a box of cooked and drained spaghetti [when maoaroni or any food like it Is cooked tender, put 1t into e colander and pour cold water over 1t; the stalks will then be separated and will taste better, think. one quart can of tomatoes. three small onions, quarter of a pod of garlic tabout four pieees). 10 cents worth of cheese. sage to suit the taste (thls can be left out If not liked). n dash of red pepper, salt to taste. as many slices of bacon as there are persons to eat the dish. Put the macaronl at the bot tom. of the bake dish, then some of the tomato, onions, cheese, etc.. then another layer of macaronl. and so on until the dish Is full, with the cheese on top. Lay on the bacon, cover and bake an hour. un- cover and brown bacon on both sides. This is good hot cold, or warmed over.
 MRs. A. L. R,
 Here I send ono of my Johns favor ties:
 "Date and nut loaf-To one-half pound of dates, weighed after stoning and cut ting In small pieces. add one-half pound chopped English walnut meats. sift to- gether one-half cup of sifted flour. one half cup of granulated sugar. two tea snoons of baking powder and one-fourth teaspoon of salt. Thoroughly blend with the dates and nuts. Beat the yoiks ot two eggs until thick and lemon colored, add one-half teaspoon of vanilla, blend with the mixture, then add the well beat en whites of tho eggs and mix; turn Into a buttered and lined loaf tin and bake one hour in a moderate oven. When the cake is done remove from tin. and when cold wrap in oiled paper for a day before cut ting. KNIcKrRBocKER. R.
 "I am glad to give the following of my Johns favorites:
 oueenie-Make a cold raw custard with three eggs two tablespoons of sugar. and a pinch of salt. beaten together well and one pint of milk. Cut thick slices of stale bread and cut to an even size; spread on flat pan and pour upon them as much of tho raw custard as they will soak up. When soft all through heat a tablespoon of butter in frying pan and fry in this as many slices as can be cooked at one time without crowdlng. Brown quickly turn and brown on the other side, and when done pile evenly on huttered dish. spreading each slice thtckly with marmalade. When all are done cover on the top and sides with meringue. sprinkle thielSly with powdered sugar. and place in n moderate ovenuntil lightly colored
 Toasted apples-Peel apples and stew In sugar sirup until tender. Be careful they do not break Dip them in white of egg that has been beaten to stiff froth, slft powdered sugar over them. and place in a cool oven 10 candy over then serve.
 IAN EVERYDAY READER"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Asks Magazines for Pupils.

Your letter of recent date giving tho name and address of the correspondent who offers to donate magazines through thu Corner has been received and I wish to thank you for it. have written direct ly to her, according to your suggestion.
 "R A. w"
 The above Is from the acting superin- tendent of one of the United States 1n- dian schools. He wished magazines and pictures he could use for his pupils and the name Of a friendly Cornerite who had such to give away has been sent to him. I print his letter in the hope that 1t may call forth other gifts of the same nature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Shine on Worn Clothes.

Some time ago there appeared in the Corner a remedy for the shine on worn clothes. I did not have time just then to cut it out, and when I did have time it was gone. Will you kindly insert it in the paper again. as I have need of 1t?
 "N. W" I wish I could help you out by giving you the information you wish. but am sorry to say I do not recall the para graph to which you refer. Can any of the Cornerites give it to mel use alco- hol for the purpose sometimes and ann n1onla, but if there is anything better than these I would be glad to make a note of them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

with the comne that there was no post office of that name in the state l hope this letter may meet the eyes of M. w. and that she may write to this office gv- ing the correct instructions for getting in touch with her The letter of Mrs. O. s. H. sounds a good deal as though she were qualified to start sunshine society on her own account. I am sure her gen erous offers of help and of letters will call forth prompt response and I am equally positive she will give quite as much pleas ure by her correspondence as she receives from 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

This John seems to be exceptionally favored in the attention paid to his pref erenees. There are number of others almost as fortunate.
 .' Inclosed please find one of Johns favorites that mother used to make and that l soon learned to prepare:
 ]" Rice Pudding-Half cup of cream. one quart of rich milk. three tablespoons of rice. one teaspoon of vanilla. two table spoons of sugar. cinnamon to taste. Wash the rice, add 1t to the milk, put in sugar and vanilla, stir, and pour into . outtered pudding dish. Sprinkle cinna- mon over the top and cook in a moderate oven about a n hour. or until creamy. Add then the half cup of cream and set asice to cool. MRS. l. H. Z."
 should like to give the recipe for my Johns favorite to the Cornerites:
 Baked Steak spanish-Cover the bot tom of a baking dish with layer of sliced onion and a layer of sliced bacon. Then lay on steak-I use round steak-add oiAoeii ias CT ol onlons ana then bacon. Sprinkle with two tablespoons of chili powder. and salt to taste, pour over 1t two cups of water and bake in moderate oven. covered for one hour. A. 0. M"
 My husbands favorite dish is simple and easy to prepare. but when he Is tired and feels badly and finds his favorite on the table he gets ever e much better. usually keep good supply of materials on hand and he certainly brightens up when large dish of his favorite Is placed near his plate. To prepare 1t slice three or four oranges and place layer in a salad or berry bowl; sprinkle with sugar and coconut Repeat until the oranges are all used. Sliced pineapple added to the oranges improves the dish for pineapple
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Recipe for Egg Soup.

"The Corner Is my paper It Is worth its weight in gold. for 1t touches tender chord that no other paper has touched. helps those who really need help. and is not speculating scheme. am sending a recipe for egg soup which Is nourish- ing and strengthening, easily made and quickly. For one person put one cup of sweet milk over the fire in a double boiler, so that 1t won't burn Break one egg into a cup and beat 1t thoroughly; then pour In sufficient cold milk. stirring 1t well.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Scrapple and Cheap Pudding.

II see that some one asks for a recipe for scrapple. I am sending you direc- tions for this dish which were given to me by Pennsylvania Dutch woman and perhaps 1t may help you out: One pound of hogs head. one quart of boiling water. one cup of wheat flour. one-half cup of cornmeal. one-half cup of buckwheat flour, one level teaspoon salt. one-fourth teaspoon of pepper. one-fourth teaspoon
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Delicious Prune Cake.

El1I you pledSe seliu fne the ee A z address of Mrs. M, who
 wv offers an abdominal sup
 port? I will gladly prepay
 the postal charges on it to person greatly in need of such support. Hero is a recipe for a delicious prune cake which may be of service to some one: One cup of sugar. one-half cup of butter, one cup of sour milk, one teaspoon of baking soda, enough flour to make soft batter; one cup of chopped nut meats, one cup of cooked, stoned and shredded prunes; one scant teaspoon each of cinna- mon and cloves, and a more scant one of nutmeg. three eggs, using the whites of two to make a marshmallow icing and putting the other whole egg and the two yolks, well beaten, into the cake batter Bake in layers. put together with the mashmallow icing. then ice the whole cake. and serve when cold. The Corner is a perfect reciprocity bureau and is full of helpful suggestions. TED"
 I am sorry that the abdominal band already has been given away and hope some one else may have another to give. will gladly supply Ted's address. The prune cake sounds as if it ought to be good, and we are as glad to have this as the correspondents high opinion of the Corner as reciprocity bureau"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Helps Opcr Rough Places.

:" have sent to you several times for addresses and have met some pleasant people through the Corner and have been able to help them over some bad spots. I am glad to sign myself yours, for giving the cup of water. MRS. w. J. e.
 This note Is given as one of many of the same sort I am receiving constantly. The cup of cold water to the thirsty soul might almost be taken as the coat of arms or standard of the Corner. if ore may judge of the refreshment 1t distrib- utes to those who sorely need 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

gradients in the order given, beating tho egg until light. and bake in a hot oven. either as a loaf cake or in layers.
 1T have also a one egg lemon pie and chocolate pie recipe If you care to have them. MRS. J. w. T"
 We would certainly be glad to receive the other recipes if they are as clearly given as the above.
 "Here Is my contribution of Johns favorite:
 Egg Pudding-Four eggs. four table spoons of flour. beaten smooth together one pint of milk. pinch of salt, little baking powder Put into a well buttered dish and bake in hot oven for about twenty minutes. Serve with sugar slrup When done the pudding will be puffed up high and will then gradually lower, So that the sooner it is eaten after baking tho better 1t will be. MRS, C. A. P,-
 Scotch Plum Puddng-One pound of grated carrots. one pound of flour, one pound of brown sugar one pound of finely minced suet. one pound freshly boiled mashed potatoes. one pound of seeded raisins. one pound of entrants, ono . tablespoon of salt. mixed pasty spice to suit taste Mix with the hands until the in- gradients stick together; put Into a can, leaving three inches at the top to allow for swelling Fasten lid on tightly; then put batter of flour and water around the edge where the pail and the lid meet. This Is to prevent the water entering. Boil the pudding five hours on the first day and the second day about two hours. enough to heat 1t thoroughly. Garnish with holly and serve with brandy sauce. Just before serving pour some brandy over 1t and set 1t on fire. This pudding Is supposed to spoil If allowed to go off the boil F. NJ"
 T am sending you my Johns favorite dish, although he has few others, This
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Candidates for President.

Has @ Catholic ever been nomina ted for president of the United States? If so, who2 If not. whyf I. D. J"
 do not think that Roman Catholic was ever nominated as a candidate for the presidency of the United Slater. al- though there Is nothing in the constitu- ton to prevent the nomination. As to the reason why this has never been. sup pose the fact that thls is nominally a Protestant country has had something to do with the omission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Some Things 10 Pass Along.

Will you send me the addrAas of M. w? read in the Corner that she was to her bed for many years. And to think she wants to organize a sunshine club
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

to thin the egg SO that lt won't be stringy- Turn all into the boiling milk. stirring brislly. boil up we'll season with butter. salt. and pepper. and you have soup good enough for a king. If Mrs J. c. T. has not yet given away her glasses l would like so much to have them. I need glasses badly and am not able to buy them, but will gladly send postage for them.
 Mas. J. C. B."
 Many thanks for the cordial praise of the Corner. All of us have share In that, since we al work to make it the kind of helpful agency that will be of the right sort of assistance 10 the needy. The recipe for egg soup Is gratefully received and, although the glasses offered by Mrs. J. c. T. have been given away, l trust that some one else may have n pair to help out this correspondent The only trouble to my mind wouldbe the difficulty of knowing if the glasses offered would fit the eyes properly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

sachets by which she helps to earn her living? I am sure the offer of the read ing matter will be gratefully accepted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Would Try Abdominal Support.

Would Try Abdominal Support
 "I would much like an abdominal sup port if some correspondent has one to give away. I have been suffering a great deal lately with abdominal trouble and would like to try If there Is any help or comfort in one of these supports. MRS. J. ""
 Can some one grant the desire of this Cornerite? l have her address on file.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
Bungling and Pathological.

" I note with much interest your re- marks on the use of the term ungrnm- matical error We agree with you that. taking the expression alone without any relation to the context or surroundings In the sentence 1t might be admissible. We could conceive of an error being made as to the truth of any circumstance or thing. and It's being made in an ungram- matical way. We do not agree with you in the statement that one could not use the expression in regard to the gram maticai structure of a sentence. or that the expression bad grammar Is unten- able While the word Is commonly &C., cepted as referring 10 the science of let ters, yet grammar Is in a broader sense used as the manner of speaking or writ ing according to fixed rules of syntax. and in this sense we hold that 1t Is per- fectly proper to speak of bad grammar or of grammatical error The express sion ungrammatical error sounds tautological and bungling. To speak of an .unhistorical error or an 'unphilo- sophical error or heterodoxical error strikes me as using words to cloud rather than to elucidate one's meaning. How much better it would sound to say an error in philosophy or history. or ortho- doxy? CHARLES H. O.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

DINNER. Chicken broth Veal outlets. Stewed tomatoes. Rice croquettes 0eft over) Snow pudding. Coffee.
 |: * FRIDAY. BREAKFAST. Oranges.
 Cereal Baked omelet.
 Rolls.
 Coffee. LUNCHEON. Dreamed codfish- Boiled potatoes. Quick biscuit Honey.
 Tea.
 DINNER Broccoli soup ueft over). Baked halibut. Riced potatoes. Green peas. Lemon pie.
 Coffee.
 H h SATURDAY. BREAKFAST. Oranges.
 Cereal. Bacon and fried peppers. Graham gems- Coffee. LUNCHEON. Halibut salad with sardines. French fried potatoes. Crackers and cheese. Chocolate. DINNER. Crowned potato soup. English mutton chops. New potatoes. Asparagus Strawberries and cream. Coffee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30

SUNDAY. BREAKFAST. Oranges. Cereal. Deviled kidneys. Quick mufflns. Coffee LUNCHEON. Cold sliced nver.s Sally Lunn. Tomato salad Canned peaches- Iced cocoa DINNER Vegetable soup Roast lamb and mint sauce. Green peas. New potatoes. Strawberry shortcalxe. Coffee. MONDAY. BREAKFAST. Apple sauce. Cereal. Broiled bacon. Toast
 Coffee. LUNCHEON Chilled sardines. Potato salad deft over). Tomato toast. Crackers'
 Jam.
 Tea. DINNER. Cream of pea soup Qeft over). Cold lamb sliced New potatoes hashed in cream. Asparagus. Strawberries and cream Coffee
 H H TUESDAY. BREAKFAST. Oranges.
 Cereal. Boiled eggs. Quick biscs1A Cc6ee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-05-30
THE DISH YOUR HUSBAND LIKES

MY second plea that the Corner MI housekeepers should send me recipes for their Johns favorite,
 dishes received a far more gener-