Clapper Chestnut Outshines Loss of American Chestnut
The article describes Tree No. B26:3146 the Clapper chestnut grown from crossbreeding begun in 1935 and raised at Crab Orchard Refuge. Clapper bred thousands of hybrids with aid from Russell Clapper and Dr. Jesse Diller to revive the species after the blight decimated wild chestnuts. Forester Richard Johnson notes care for the Clapper chestnut as part of ongoing revival efforts.
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
New York Zoological Garden
U.S
China
America
Russell Clapper
U.S. Forest Service
Jesse Diller
Clapper
Tientsin
Glenn Dale
Maryland
Richard Johnson
Crab Orchard
Historic dates of states and landmarks
The Louisiana Purchase treaty was ratified. Be Lee opened the Mississippi River to Americans in October. Captain Eddie Rickenbacker disappeared in flight in October 1942. Sam Houston of Virginia was elected first president of the Republic of Texas in October 1836. The Metropolitan Opera House opened in New York City in October 1883. The Erie Canal between Utica and Rome opened for navigation in October 1819.
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Be Lee
Mississippi River
Eddie Rickenbacker
Sam Houston
Virginia
Republic of Texas
Metropolitan Opera House
New York City
Utica
Rome
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Crossword Puzzle Clues From Last Week’s Grid
A compact listing of crossword clues reads Journey Noahs first son Peel Mandarin Sour like vinegar Os Rented Arctic gulf and its river Thrice Perform DOWN Secret.
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Noah's First Son
Peel
Arctic Gulf
Senate Finance Panel weighs Social Security tax and benefit boosts
The Senate Finance Committee considers H. R. 12080 to raise Social Security taxes and benefits. If enacted in 1968 the wage base rises to 7600 and the 8.8 percent tax remains through 1969, with higher benefits including $50 minimum and larger maxima for retirees and families. Self employed totals rise accordingly. observers expect possible higher future benefits and taxes.
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Washington, D.C
Senate Finance Committee
House
Taxpayers’ Federation of Illinois
Senate
Autumn Leaf Colors Promised Across Illinois and Missouri
The Auto Club Illinois Division says fall color promises a brilliant display due to a cool summer and ample rainfall. Peak color may arrive mid October with vibrant reds browns and yellows across Missouri northern Arkansas and southern Illinois. motorists are urged to simplify driving and enjoy the scenery with a camera ready.
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Auto Club
Illinois
U. S. Weather Bureau
Missouri
Arkansas
Urban unrest hinges on leadership not money alone
The piece argues that rising federal urban funding from 1960 to 1968 did not calm city problems. It cites billions spent on urban renewal housing poverty programs and related efforts, yet unrest persists, urging stronger state and local leadership to apply effective solutions.
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Congress
Industrial Press Service
Planting bulbs and orchard timing from farm advisor
Farm adviser notes gardeners can plant crocus snowdrop grape hyacinth and iris as fall approaches. Guidance covers bulb depths soil conditions and relocating perennials plus on farm corn drying fall fertilizer and harvest safety tips and a tree lovers field day with fall color notes and tree suggestions.
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Missouri Botanical Garden
Driving by Paul Powell Secretary of State
The piece discusses senior drivers, noting age alone does not determine driving skill. It warns older drivers over sixty five face greater physical limits such as vision and reflexes. It urges regular physical checkups and a safety minded mental attitude, and offers the Rules of the Road booklet from Paul Powell, Secretary of State, Springfield Illinois.
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Paul Powell
Springfield
Ilinois
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