Historian. Author. Ranter. Idea Junkie.
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"There is a strong possibility that Sioux City soon will have a microscopic meat inspection service. Congressman Perkins has asked the agricultural department to establish such service, and the indications are that his request will be granted. . . .
The microscopical examination will be made by girls, who must pass a civil service examination before securing the appointment.
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"Better Meat Inspection," Sioux City Journal, December 16, 1897, p. 1.
"Rocky was designed not for the housewife," Ehman says, "but for the trained chef. We line him up for the pros.''
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Read MoreWebsite of Maureen Ogle, author and historian. Books include Ambitious Brew: The Story of American Beer; In Meat We Trust: An Unexpected History of Carnivore America; and Key West: History of An Island of Dreams.
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