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RefNoMS/527/5/6/7
LevelItem
TitleInterview with Dr Alsberg, Chief of the Bureau of Chemistry, US Department of Agriculture
Date1 June 1917
DescriptionGives details of the meeting between the secretary of the Royal Wheat Commission and Alsberg. Notes various methods of producing alcohol to conserve cereals, including from corn, liquor produced in the manufacture of pulp for paper, sawdust, molasses, and straw. Notes these materials are not available in the UK. Notes that the Ward Baking Company claims to have a method that will halve the amount of yeast required in bread. Notes various combinations of grains that seem best for mixing for export.
Extent3pp
FormatCarbon copy
AccessStatusOpen
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