limt. 
More Ciderless Apple Buttef. 
When the inquiry for apple butter without 
cider first came to us several of ur friends 
assured us that such a thing was unknown. 
We printed the inquiry and the answers 
have been rolling in ever since. They come 
all the way from Canada to Georgia, though 
from the number of recipes received, Penn¬ 
sylvania is still the banner State for apple 
butter. We are unable to print all the re¬ 
cipes received, for' it would fill several issues 
of the Woman and Home Department, but 
we thank our friends heartily for them. It 
confirms our belief that the readers of The 
R. N.-Y. can answer any questions asked in 
any department of the paper. 
In regard to making apple butter 
without cider, would say that for many 
years I have made it both for home 
use and for others, and have never used 
cider in it. I have the apples pared and 
sliced the day before I wish to make the 
butter, and have sugar on hand in pro¬ 
portion of 10 pounds of sugar to six 
gallons sliced apples. In the early 
morning I put the apples on the fire 
with enough water to cook thoroughly, 
stirring all the time for about three 
hours; then add part of the sugar and 
cook one hour; then add the rest of 
sugar and cook another hour. Set 
the kettle off the fire and add enough 
ground cinnamon to give a slight flavor. 
This is then sealed in Mason jars and 
keeps until used. The length of cook¬ 
ing and amount of sugar is a matter 
of personal taste to get it smooth and 
thick and sweet enough. 
MRS. t. s. c. 
Eighty Minute Apple Butter.—T o 
every eight pounds of peeled and cored 
apples add one quart of good apple vin¬ 
egar, not too strong, and three pounds 
of sugar; boil the apples in the vinegar 
until smooth and tender; add sugar and 
boil 80 minutes. This will not mold or 
sour - MRS. j. w. K. 
I never use cider with my apples, but 
have nice butter that will keep forever. 
Peel, core and quarter apples, then cook 
in brass or copper kettle, to a smooth 
paste, using a small quantity of water 
(enough to cook apples). Stir contin¬ 
ually. After apples have cooked to a 
paste, stir in 2 x / 2 to 3 pounds of granu¬ 
lated sugar to the gallon, then cook 2}/ 2 
hours longer. mrs. j. e. m. 
To every peck of cut apples take one 
gallon of water, or in other words, two 
measures of apples to one of water. 
Boil just as you would cider apple but¬ 
ter. When nearly done add 2J4 pounds 
of sugar for every gallon of apple but 
ter. Sugar should be added a little at a 
time while the butter is being stirred, 
so as not to settle to the bottom, caus¬ 
ing it to burn. j. g. h. 
Grape Jelly.— Add about one-third 
apple to your grapes when preparing 
them for jelly; you will have no trou¬ 
ble with result; it will be all you can 
ask, in firmness and flavor. s. b. b. 
I have had very good results in using 
about one-third to one-half by weight 
in apples, with the grapes. Some firm 
apple like Baldwin or Greening. Quar¬ 
ter without paring or removing seeds 
and cook with the grapes. l. l. h. 
Vegetable Stews. —These are the last 
resort of the desperate housekeeper, but 
they are good nevertheless. There is 
potato stew, for instance. Take a piece 
of salt pork and fry it in an iron kettle 
with a large onion. Pare and slice five 
large potatoes, put them in with the 
pork and onion, and add just water 
enough to cook without burning. When 
the potato is tender add milk and some 
split crackers that have been dipped in 
hot water. Let come to a boil and add 
butter, salt and pepper to taste and 
then simmer gently a few minutes on 
the top of the stove. If made right, it 
will be rich and creamy. Parsnip stew 
and turnip stew are made in much the 
same way, only omitting the onion. I 
use about half as much parsnip as po¬ 
tato for the former, and half as much 
turnip as potato for the latter. Some 
might like the milk and crackers omitted. 
S. B. R. 
Three generation* *1 
Simpsons, have made 
d'HE RURAL MBW-YORKtCR 
The Rural Patterns. 
A becoming little guimpe frock, 
showing the broad shoulder effect, is 
pictured in No. 5836. The dress con¬ 
sists of the waist and skirt. The waist 
is made with front and backs which are 
laid in tucks to the under edges on 
which the frills are attached. The 
trimming band finishes the neck and the 
Oil 
8836 Girl’s Dress, 6 to IS years. 
sleeves are attached beneath the outer¬ 
most tucks. The skirt is straight and 
laid in backward turning plaits. The 
quantity of material required for the 
medium size (10 years) is 4 yards 27, 
3K- yards 32 or 2'/ yards 44 inches wide 
with 3)4 yards of ribbon for frills. The 
pattern 5836 is cut in sizes' for girls of 
6, 8, 10 and 12 years of age; price, 10 
cents. 
A pattern is given in No. 5841 for a 
stuffed cat, which may be found useful 
by those who desire to make some 
Christmas toys. It is very realistic if 
made of furry plush, but the baby will 
6841 Pattern for a Cat, One Size. 
be just as pleased if it is only canton 
flannel. I he cat is made with a body 
portion, legs, head and tail. The legs 
and the head are all joined by means 
of movable discs and there arc glass 
eyes inserted while a few deft stitches 
taken with silk represent the mouth and 
the nose. The quantity of material re¬ 
quired is s/ 8 yard 27 or / 2 yard 50 
inches wide. The pattern 5841 is cut in 
one size only; price, 10 cents. 
IEDdystonE 
PRINTS 
Founded 1842 j 
Ask your dealer for 
Simpson-Eddystone 
Silver Greys 
The celebrated old • * Simpson " Prints 
made only in Eddystone. 
Be stylish. Wear a Simpson-Eddy¬ 
stone Silver Grey. Rich designs; cloth 
of splendid quality, and color that never 
fades. Some designs in a new silk 
finish. 
If your dealer hasn’t Simpson-Eddystone Prints 
write us his name. We'll help him supply you. 
Decline substitutes and imitations. 
The Eddystone Mfg'. Co., Philadelphia 
Established by Wm. Simpson, Sr. 
Let Us Send You a Pair of 
Rubberhide Boots 
On Trial 
r lf, with ordinary care, they do not 
outwear at least two pairs or best all 
rubber boots we refund your money. 
The Rubber Boots with Leather Soles 
Outer sole of heavy rock oak leather, middle 
sole, and welt sole of canvas and rubber, all 
sewed together (no pegs or nails) so that they 
cannot pull apart or leak anywhere. Inner sole 
of leather. 
Can Be Half-Soled 
or tapped by any cobbler. Protect the 
feet from rough surfaces; do not sweat. 
Great for ditching, spading, stable work, 
etc. Buy a pair from us or from your 
dealer, and If they do not, with ordinary 
cure, outwear at least two fairs of all 
rubber boots 
We Will Refund Your Money 
Will you not try a pair on this guar¬ 
anty! They will save money for you,and 
add to your comfort. , 
JSend Today for Catalogue 
with prices and guaranty. 
Rubberhide Co., 814 Essex Bldg., Boston, Mass. 
EXCELL 
' a R n ° d N ROOFING 
STEEL & SIDING 
Direct To You from our own factory 
at lowest factory orices. We are man¬ 
ufacturers and handle no 2nd hand 
nor short length stuff. Every part ol 
our roofing and siding: is made in our 
factory from genuine Charcoal Iron, 
Double Refined Puddled I ron or Steel. 
Put on the kind of root that wears. 
Ours is guaranteed. I fit isn’t the best 
you can buy anywhere* don’t pay lor 
ft. £ft 0 ytoUy. No ex per lenco needed. Tell 
us about your building and let us quote you 
factory prices* Write for Metal Goods Catalog 
It 1 h tree. 
THE UNITED FACTORIES CO. 
Department K31, Cleveland, Ohio. 
Cider Machinery—Send for Oatalogueto Boomer & 
Boschert Press Co., 118 WestWater St.,Syracuse,N.Y 
RRflKPN nnniMPQ-We offer an exceptional 
DIUINlII UUUMlO trade in good, clean, fresh 
broken cookies of the same high Quality that has 
made our products famous. Sold in boxes of 1(0 to lie 
lbs. at $l.ol) per box, f. o. b. Worcester. Check or 
money order must accompany order. 
New England Biscuit Co., Worcester, Mass. 
INDRUROID 
ROOFING 
Requires no Coating or 
Paint. 
Acid and Alkali Proof. 
Ela. 4 ticand Pliable Always. 
Strong and Tough. 
Absolutely Waterproof. 
Climatic Changes Do Not 
A ffecit It. 
Pradlically Fire Proof. 
Can Be Used on Steep or 
Flat Surfaces. 
Any Workman Can Put 
It On. 
No Odor. 
Will not Shrink or Crack. 
Light in Weight. 
Does not Taint Water. 
Write for samples, prices 
and circulars. 
H. F. WATSON CO. 
ERIE, PA. 
Chicago, Boston. 
Mention R.N-Y. 
b ELEGANCE DON’T HIDE 
THE tried and true features 
the four kinds of cooking any range is supposed - 
to perform. Do you know of one which docs 
each service equally well? Here is /Arrange 
of the hundred and one you are asked to buy 
which actually will. Before purchase you can 
thoroughly inspect every part of the 
Sterling-Range' 
to prove its absolute perfection for every 
purpose. In Rochester, the Flower City, 
and the home of the STERLING, 
folks advertise for them second-handed, 
knowing full well that a STERLING 
which has seen years of service is even 
better than any new range of another 
brand. We take it all apart in our book¬ 
let, which you are invited to ask 
for. Our dealer, will show you 
all the vital points which are 
hidden from view in other ranges. 
Isn’t it an inducement to 
have the assurance of your 
full money's worth? 
Sill Stove Works 
Rochester, N. Y. 
“ A Poor 
Stove is Not 
Cheap at 
Any Price.’* 
Write 
Dept. A 
for free 
booklet. 
From OUR Factory to YOU 
at Wholesale PRICES 
We save you $ 5.00 to $20.00 on tlie range or heater you buy of us, 
guarantee safe delivery, freight prepaid, polished and ready to put in your 
home. Furthermore we have a standing guarantee to take it back at our 
expense and pay all your money back if you are not satisfied with it after 
A WHOLE YEAR’S TRIAL 
We make every part of our stoves and ranges in our own 
works. For nearly 50 years they have been standard in 
quality and design. Thousands of our customers voluntarily 
testify to their complete satisfaction for years with 
GOLD COIN 
RANGES 
STOVES 
Handsomely ornamented, all styles, special grates for fuel saving, oven 
thermometers if desired, every up-to-date attachment. 
tahi^nffor , |n L , UST ^ TE ^ STOVE BOOK will be sen! to any address upon request. It con- 
a,out cooking and beating stoves that you ought to know and gives illus- 
ItS pnces and ‘ erms of Gold Coin Stoves - You shouId not be without this book, 
usehold economy and personal convenience to you. Write lor it at once. 
THE GOLD COIN STOVE CO., 3 Oak St., Troy, N. Y. 
(Successor to Bussey & McLeod, Established 1860) 
