Garden relief program sets 5000 square foot plots in Linn County
Linn county relief garden committee rules that able bodied relief clients must cultivate at least 5,000 square feet. Registration for gardeners opens March 21 with alphabetic days. Seeds and plants provided. land donated or rented if needed. prizes planned again after 601 enrollments in 1937.
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Linn County Relief Garden Committee
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Alice Ferber
E. S Smith
Linn County
State Relief Office
Ferber
Relief Garden Committee
Elmer M Seevell
Linn County Supervisors
LeRoy Kling
Benjamin Tait
Joe Carberry
J. L. Rhea
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Cedar Rapids Gazette
Cooling Systems Threaten City Water Supplies
The American Public Works Association warns that rising air conditioning use drains city water. About 37 cities regulate water use for AC to avoid costly expansions. Executive director Frank W. Herring says cities must curb AC consumption or fund new water and sewer facilities. The report notes 1934 had the fewest industrial disputes in Great Britain with 900,000 lost working days versus 102,230,000 in 1926.
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American Public Works Association
Association
Frank W. Herring
Great Britain
Planting Shrubs And Trees No. 4 In A Series
Planting shrubs or trees trans planted from one garden area to another requires proper soil, drainage, and careful planting. Dig a wide, deep hole, remove broken roots, add drainage if needed, backfill with fine soil, and water while filling. Prune one third of last year's growth and weak stalks after planting.
Tree Bracing and Transplant Tips for Winter Shrubs
A large tree may require bracing with wires or a strong stake. Shrubs and trees that shed leaves in winter can be transplanted without a root ball when the ground is unfrosted and until late spring as buds begin to swell.
Choosing a Lot for a West-Facing Home and Garden
Advice on selecting a small lot for a home and garden. Face the house front west to enjoy rear shade and afternoon sun in the garden. Check restrictions to protect interests. If the lot is under 60 feet wide, place the garage to open to the street to maximize rear yard, gain upstairs space, and reduce driveway costs.
Evergreens Balled and Burlapped for New Lawns
Evergreens are planted with roots in soil for best contact. They are sold balled and burlapped to ensure root stability and proper growth when establishing a new lawn.
Publicity Stunt Sparks Truth Of Claude Stroud Romance
Hollywood reports Claude Stroud of the Stroud twins and film actress Gloria Brewster plan to marry soon. The couple says their romance began after they started going around together.
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Claude Stroud
Hollywood
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Patience and Night Light Plan for a Fearful Child
A parent helps Jackie overcome fear of the dark by staged exposure. Start with a familiar routine, keep light in hall, then gradually dim each night while reinforcing safety. The guide emphasizes changing the subject, gentle persistence, and consistent steps over time to build courage without force or shaming.
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Jackie
Daddy
Grandpa Jim Fry Turns Ninety Eight With Salt Pork And Whisky
Claremont South Dakota resident Grandpa Jim Fry celebrated his 98th birthday on Wednesday citing his healthful diet of salt pork and whisky as the secret to his longevity.
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Claremont
S. D
Jim” Fry
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