KITCHEN WRINKLES

Fryer and Drainer. — This invention furnishes a con- venient method of frying, oysters, potatoes and other articles that when done need to be removed quickly from the boiling fat and drained, while remaining over the hot fire, in order to remove all superfluous grease. It has a support for the perforated pan which rests in- side the frying pan, which may be detached, leaving the frying pan a little deeper than those in common use.

To Wash f'reserve Jars — Preserve jars or bottles should be carefully washed as soon as emptied, taking care that the stoppers and covers have their share of attention. It is well to put soda or ammonia into the jars or bottles, fill up with water, and let stand an hour, putting the stoppers or covers into a bowl to soak in __ Frjer ami Drainer. the same way. Then pour out and scald nicely, but not with boiling water, as that cracks the polished surface inside, wipe dry, set in the sun or wind to air, and then set away carefully.

A Folding Table. — A folding table is very useful in small houses, and even in large houses for many purposes. The accompanying cut represents a form which is simple, convenient, and easily made by any carpenter. It folds up compactly when not in use,

and when needed may be instantly unfolded and is

^ ready for use. When an extra table is needed in ^ making up clothing, etc., such a piece of furniture is invaluable, and when not in use it does not occupy valuable space and get in everybody's way.

Coffee Syrup.— Take a half pound of the best ground coffee ; put it into a saucepan containing three pints of water, and boil it down to one pint ; boil the liquor, put it into another sauce-pan, well scoured, and boil it again. As it boils add white sugar enough to give the consistency of syrup ; take it from the fire, and when it is cool put in a bottle and seal. When traveling if you wish for a cup of good coffee put two teaspoons of the syrup into an ordinary cup, and pour boiling water upon it, and it is ready to use.

Spice Box. — The spice box serves the same purpose as the rack and cabinet, but is closer than either and equally convenient. It has a handle on the top and a clasp which fastens the lid in place. For keeping spices from waste, and for convenience, one of these con- trivances is a great addition to a kitchen outfit.

A Pair of Good Scales is a necessity in every well-regulated kitchen. Unfortunately for people who always want to get the full worth of their money, not every grocer and butcher is honest, and when the quality of goods is satisfactory there is sometimes a ser- ious shortage in weight. A good pair of scales is a little detective that does its work quietly and faithfully. If after all al- lowance for error that reasonable man could ask, you find weights habituallj' short, it is better and safer to try a new dealer ; but if the dealer knows you have a weighing scale and use it, your weights will be full, especially if you pay your bills promptly.