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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1974
Page
2
Rose rust is an emerging spring threat alongside black spot and viruses in roses. Early signs include small orange spots on both leaf surfaces and potential stem cankers. Sanitation with pruning and removing dead leaves, plus a regular fungicide spray program using ferban t sulfur or zinc sulfate every three to four weeks, is advised.
A home updates its side entry with a six foot high solid cedar screen to redirect visitors to the main door, matching the house style and nearby fence. A front deck shifts the perceived entry to the rear, while a decorative 2x2 cedar trim and low maintenance features blend the screen with the dwelling. Aphid pests threaten ornamental and vegetable plants. control includes malathion diazinon dimethoate sprays, systemic rose insecticide, and nonchemical methods like water blasts and hand removal.
Dr J Lee Taylor of Michigan State University urges thinning over crowding to prevent weeds. He advises leaving onions and radishes to size, thinning root crops, and sowing seeds with space for best growth. For summer bulbs like dahlias and gladiolus, pull by hand, water weekly, and fertilize lightly with 5-0-5 fertilizer. Store bulbs after leaves yellow and destroy dead stems to prevent disease.
Old finish in good shape need not be stripped before painting. If gloss remains, remove it with turpentine or wax remover and light sanding. Conditioning liquids also dull the surface. Embossed wallpaper requires careful seam treatment. For wool paneling, use vertical furring strips and attach with adhesive or nails. Creosote posts odor fades when applied to wood, shellac can seal under varnish with few exceptions. Read labels and consult Wood Finishing in the Home for details.
The guide advises thorough prep before painting from MR FIX Painting. Tackle scraping and priming now, clean loose paint, prime bare wood, and feather edges. Prep gutters, awnings, shutters, and storm doors, store weathered storm windows, and ensure ladders are safe. Stock adequate paint per coverage guidelines.
A compact play structure built on four 4x4 posts rises six feet above ground with a 4x8 foot deck. Corner posts rest in concrete, rails and joists support ply, and ladders rise from 2x4 members. Variations include a sunshade roof or enclosed railings for a private club house designed to blend with the yard.
A simple box type shed with a raised roof deck extends to one side serving as a playhouse and storage. It uses 4x6 inch posts and 2x4s, with plywood walls and 2x4 ladders on the outside. Access is through front and back doors, deck extends six feet, railing around posts, sheltered area for bikes. Ground support uses concrete or crushed gravel with deep preserved posts.
Guidelines for caulking cracked joints and replacing damaged siding. Proper prep includes cleaning out old caulk, scraping loose material, and applying fresh caulk with a caulking gun. Use aluminum primer on rust spots, and select appropriate brushes for siding and trim. Latex paints clean with soap and water while oil paints require turpentine.
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