1941 Watkins Household Hints Elaine Allen J.R. Watkins Spiral Bound Vintage

Watkins Household Hints by Elaine Allen, copyright 1941 by The J.R. Watkins Company.  Wonderful vintage household reference with a distinctive green hardcover and interior spiral binding. Originally priced at just $1.50, this nearly 85-year-old book offers a fascinating look at everyday home life and housekeeping practices of the early 1940s.  Chapters cover basement care, laundry, kitchens, cooking, canning, house cleaning, stain removal, household and garden insects, gardening, first aid, and miscellaneous household tips. A great collectible for fans of J.R. Watkins memorabilia, vintage homemaking books, antique advertising, kitchen history, or mid-century domestic life.  Pre-owned vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Green covers show rubbing, light staining/marks, scratches, and edge/corner wear. Interior pages have light age toning and occasional spotting. Spiral binding appears intact from the photos.  A charming piece of American household history that displays beautifully and is still fun to browse today. Please review all photos for exact condition.