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August 7, 1917
The Richmond Palladium And Sun Telegram
Richmond, Wayne County, Indiana
What is this article about?
Secretary Houston urges women's societies to conserve surplus perishable foods through canning, drying, and storing, following President Wilson's successful appeal to farmers for bumper crops. Organizations should hold discussions and demonstrations to aid national service.
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WOMEN'S SOCIETIES
URGED TO SAVE FOOD
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7.-President
Wilson's patriotic appeal to the coun-
try's farmers and gardeners having
been answered with bumper crops, it
is now up to consumers to do their
share by conserving perishable foods,
according to a statement issued by
Secretary Houston today, in which he
suggests particular ways in which
housewives can render definite nation-
al service.
"I urge not only that every home as-
sist in the conservation of the surplus
perishable fruits and vegetables by
canning, drying and storing, but also
that every experienced woman place
her knowledge at the disposal of her
neighbors" to that end, it is specific-
ally recommended that women call
their organizations together for dis-
cussion of conservation work, that
demonstrations in canning and pre-
serving be given and that they co-
operate with local food officials.
URGED TO SAVE FOOD
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7.-President
Wilson's patriotic appeal to the coun-
try's farmers and gardeners having
been answered with bumper crops, it
is now up to consumers to do their
share by conserving perishable foods,
according to a statement issued by
Secretary Houston today, in which he
suggests particular ways in which
housewives can render definite nation-
al service.
"I urge not only that every home as-
sist in the conservation of the surplus
perishable fruits and vegetables by
canning, drying and storing, but also
that every experienced woman place
her knowledge at the disposal of her
neighbors" to that end, it is specific-
ally recommended that women call
their organizations together for dis-
cussion of conservation work, that
demonstrations in canning and pre-
serving be given and that they co-
operate with local food officials.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Food Conservation
Women's Societies
Canning
Drying
Storing
Patriotic Appeal
What entities or persons were involved?
President Wilson
Secretary Houston
Where did it happen?
Washington
Story Details
Key Persons
President Wilson
Secretary Houston
Location
Washington
Event Date
Aug. 7
Story Details
President Wilson's appeal for bumper crops has been met; now consumers, especially housewives, must conserve perishable foods by canning, drying, and storing. Secretary Houston urges women's organizations to discuss conservation, hold demonstrations, and cooperate with local food officials.