Many cooks find from experience that few recipes can be followed exactly and under all conditions and in all climates.

In Northern Arizona the altitude, which 6700 feet, and the extreme dryness of the atmosphere affect certain articles in common use. For instance, salt loses its flavor when left standing, and requires a larger quantity. This is due perhaps to the evaporative atmosphere. Less baking powder and shortening, but more flour is necessary. Cake and bread require longer baking and articles cooked by boiling take a much longer time because the boiling point is lower. Soft boiled eggs need four minutes, while in lower altitudes three minutes will suffice. • This book, however, is not a high altitude cook book. We have endeavored to compile a book that could be utilized either in high or low altitudes, but of course, one must be governed to some extent by the locations from where the different recipes have been submitted.

We have omitted flavoring of brandy or wine in the few instances in which they were given. Otherwise the recipes stand just as they were received and we hope they will prove a pleasure and help to everyone.

The proceeds from the sale of this book will be used in constructing and maintaining a public library for our town.

Williams Public Library Association, Williams, Arizona.