Contest: The glory that was Westport

Last week on the Plog, Alan Scherstuhl compiled a poignant photo essay about Westport — and all the empty storefronts, some of which had once been popular restaurants. It evoked a lot of nostalgia for readers who remember Westport as one of the most vital restaurant destinations in Kansas City. And it inspired me to cook up a new contest.

The first Fat City reader who can correctly answer, in our Comments section, the most questions before midnight tonight — Tuesday, March 2 — will receive this incredible prize: a vintage copy of the Town Crier Recipe Book, published by the Midland Flour Milling Company of Kansas City, Missouri in 1938 and featuring “300 Lucky Low Cost Prize Winning Recipes.” The recipes include Magic Butter Rolls, Malt Butterscotch Bars, and Hot Dog Dainties. Perfect for dinner party planning!