Mrs. Chase's Practical Advice for the Skilful Treatment of Articles of Diet

 Although many sources cite  The Texas Cook Book  by the Ladies Association of the First Presbyterian Church of Houston (1883) as the first cookbook published in Texas, Caroline Chase’s slim volume was published a year earlier and thus predates the established title. It was advertised in the May 25th edition of the  Brenham Weekly Banner  and had successful local circulation based on Chase’s reputation as a marvelous hostess and cook. Mrs. Chase states that her many frie