Evening star., 1948-12-23

WASd1NJ D1IfaINIAG y.
(From Mrs. M. T. ~, Washington
For Mrs. P.C.M., Hagerstown
Never wash wooden pieces in
machine. I've seen some come Out
beautifully, but most of the time
they shrink to doll size garments
ruined a $40 blanket several years
ago, and then sent it to reputable
laundry to stretch. However, it could
not be remedied. Just last weel
washed a lovely bed jacket GRO
cheted in wool 1t was a large size
and soft. Now it isn't even f1t for
a doll. It is hard and a medium
doll size. Be safe since wool Is
tricky to wash. Use tepid warm
water throughout the operation and
do the work by hand. 1t Is better
to be safe than sorry. Dry in
warm room.
y "
LETTER FROM NEW MEXICO.
From Mrs. H. M. S., Hurley,
y N. Men,
In answer to my request on infor-
nation about New Mexico some time
ago, want to thank all the many
people who wrote such nice letters
Each letter had something different
to offer, and when all were summed
up, really had some very complete
information in regard to New
Mexico.
I have been here in Hurley for
three weeks now, and must say
really enjoy it. People are wonder
full in this part of the country. They
certainly go out of their way to make
you feel they are glad to have you
as part of their community. Our
youngster is getting along fine SO
far. The sun has shone brightly
every day since I arrived, and I'm
still bit amazed at so much SUM-
shine.
One thing here, though, has made
me feel unhappy, and wonder how
many others would feel the same,
regarding the Navajo Indians.
can't help wondering why we have
people so poverty stricken, with
practically no educational training
offered to them, so that they can be
better equipped to make a living
When think of all the clothing and
food we ship to other countries,
when right here in our own country,
we have the same situation, people
needing clothing, food and medical
care. Some groups here are going
to buy Christmas candy to be given
to Indian children, whose parents
oftentimes drive a horse and cart
all day, bringing the children to get
o small bit of candy at Christmas.
imagine! How they exist in such
desolate land is really a miracle to
me.
SUGGESTIONS AND REQUEST.
(From Mrs. C. H., Martinsburg,
w. VG.)
To the lady who requested sat-
isfactory method of frying minute
or "cube steak: This is a little
late and hope you have your prob
lem solvedD This is the way I
prepare mine and we find them very
good. I usually dip mine lightly
in -four, then scar on both sides
quickly. When this is done I cover
frying pan and turn heat very low.
I usually let my steaks stay on stove
until potatoes have boiled for
mashing (about 20 minutes; after
removing steak I make gravy
which is very tasty Especially If
o little steak has adhered to pan.
Sometimes I do not dip steak in
Hour but cook in same manner.
However, we prefer the first method.
Helpful Hint-After using food
chopper ESPECIALLY for meats, If
you will run a stale crust of bread
through, you will find the washing
of chopper much easier.
Several years ago I had in my
possession a very beautiful Christ
mas poem. I'm not certain, but I
believe it was titled THE Christ
mas Rose" I have lost this poem
and would like so much to have it
in full. Remember, it went some
thing like this:
1t was long ago, but I seem to see an
image under the olive tree;
A little figure, rooed in white, standing
wonder-eyed in the light that shone
Ger Bethlehem's hill that night;
Iooking. listening. filled with awe at the
things she heard and the things
she saw,
Miriam, daughter of Barracha -.
The second verse goes:
What sound burst into her dream, who
But something reused her, the story
The poem goes on tell about her
Journey. to see the newborn king.
She had no gift to offer, but wished
to place a rose in the baby's hand.
Out there in the cold Of the winters
sprang roses. beautiful. pure and white. ,
Miriam stopped to gather the flowers and
carry them to the child.
With Needle