Mulching and soil nutrition notes for gardening
The article explains that a loose soil surface or mulch improves plant growth by conserving moisture regulating temperature and reducing weed growth. It describes organic mulch and mulch lays for seed beds with planted holes. It lists common nutrient deficiencies nitrogen phosphorus and potassium and their plant signs.
Robert Wood Johnson grant aids UTMB medical students
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation awarded UTMB a 130,281 loan and scholarship grant for full time female, minority, and rural medical students. The award, part of a larger AAMC distribution, targets students with exceptional financial need enrolled as full time US citizens or permanent residents.
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Galveston
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
University of Texas Medical Branch
American Association of Medical Colleges
Richard Timmer
Health Professions
Timmer
Johnson Foundation
United States
U.S
Davis G. Johnson
The
AAMC
Applachia
John
September 27 Marks Highway Week In Texas
Tom H. Taylor of the Texas Highway Department will address a Gale Veston Rotary Club luncheon on Sept. 27 as part of Highway Week observances. The event, sponsored by the Texas Good Roads Association and local groups, highlights safety and convenience of modern highways under the theme Highways Help People. Governor Preston Smith designates Sept 24–30 as Highway Week with the Texas highway system framing Texans’ business, education, and recreation.
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Austin
Tom H. Taylor
Texas Highway Department
Gale Veston Rotary Club
Texas
Texas Good Roads Association
Preston Smith
Professional Engineers To Meet Sept. 21
The Galveston County chapter of the Texas Society of Professional Engineers will hold a Fall general membership meeting on Thursday September 21 at Johns Oyster Resort in Galveston. Social hour starts 7 30 p.m. followed by dinner at 8 p.m. A business session led by President Ron Stone will report on the current membership drive. At 8 45 p.m. Chuck Devoy Port Director of Galveston and GM of the Galveston Wharves will discuss Texas Coast Super Port a live topic in Gulf of Mexico marine business circles.
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Galveston County
The
Texas Society of Professional Engineers
John’s Oyster Resort
Galveston
Ron Stone
Chuck Devoy
Texas Coast
Gulf of Mexico
School Lunch Menu Week of September 25 1972
Elementary and secondary menus list daily options including chicken fried steak and hamburger with various salads, sides, desserts, and milk. Meals feature turkey loaf, corn dogs, barbecued beef, lasagna, chili con carne, and multiple vegetable sides. District notes include salad choices and fruit options across five days.
I Dreamed About Earning The Salary I Now Lack
A reflective reminiscence traces twenty years of wages and ambitions, noting the gap between past dreams and present earnings. The author contrasts youthful earning hopes with current financial constraints and career realities.
SPCA Opens New Office Building in Galveston County
The Galveston County NASA area SPCA formally opened its new office building after a three year effort. Dick Simmonds notes they now have space for shelter manager’s office volunteers and a treatment facility, previously cramped in an 8 by 12 building. Board member Pat Jackson invites public help with educational programs, speakers bureau, Junior SPCA and cruelty case investigations. County Commissioner Jack Lawrence commends the SPCA by phone. A wall list shows remaining needs including lawn mower, exam table, sterilizer, desk, chair, paint, and laundry equipment.
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San Leon
Galveston County
NASA
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
Dick Simmonds
SPCA
Frank Drayton
Simmonds
Pat Jackson
Jack Lawrence
NASA Area Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To
VA deadline guide for Vietnam era servicemen and women
VA outlines key timelines for veterans returning to civilian life. A. A. Hunter notes deadlines: within 10 days report to Selective Service. 30 days register. 90 days apply for reemployment. as soon as possible register with state employment service. within a year apply for unemployment, GI life insurance, dental care, and VA education benefits. 120 days to convert Servicemen's Group Life Insurance. no limit to GI loan guaranty. file disability compensation or hospital care claims. seek help from local and state employment offices and Labor Department programs.
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A. A. Hunter
Veterans Administration
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Wesco Supreme
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Loop
Seabrook
Miramar
Dickinson Security Savings Center
Labor Department
Visalens
Triamincin
Con Dane