Study Clubs happened, not always once a month but, they happened.The men sequestered themselves in the church offices or parlors to study and debate. The women sat around the parsonage living room and exchanged news, compared child rearing experiences and exchanged recipes. It was a good time had by all and my stash of family favorite recipes increased greatly. Lois Albrecht gets the credit for these delightful pastries. They take a little bit of extra time and work but are worth the effort. They have always turned out beautifully. Be generous with the cinnamon and ground nuts. It makes them crusty and crispy. Dissolve 1 T or envelope of yeast in 1 cup and 3 T of water. Add: 3 eggs 3 1/3 c flour 1/2 t salt 1/4 c dry milk Add: 1/2 c sugar, (generous) 1 1/2 c shortening mix well until the shortening is partially smooth Add: 2 3/4 c flour Mix well, dough will be sticky. Do not allow to rise, use or refrigerate. Roll a portion to 1/4 inch thickness. Brush with melted butter and spread with cinnamon sugar. Roll up and cut into 2 inch pieces as for cinnamon rolls. Place each piece cut side up on waxed paper covered with cinnamon sugar and finely chopped nuts Roll to 1/4 inch thick, turn and roll again adding sugar and nuts as needed. Placed on greased cookie sheet and let rise 1/2 hour. Bake 20-25 min. at 375