Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 232, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 16 October 1917 — Fruits as Foods. [ARTICLE]

Fruits as Foods.

It is believed that if the people of this country would eat more fruits they would be more healthful and efficient. The average family does not consume enough fresh, canned and preserved fruits. Especially Is this true with those in poor circumstances whomust buy most of their foods, says an exchange. \ £ Farmers should provide for an abundance of fruits in season; not only should plenty of fresh fruits be available, but there shoufd be enough to can, preserve and dry for future use. The opportunity for producing fruits for home use is too great to neglect. As a means of providing a wholesome and palatable food supply growing fruits is Important Every farm should have sufficient acreage in orchard to supply the needs of the manager and his family.