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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1968
Page
8
Simple yeast bread method uses 105 to 115 degree water and no water temperature checks. Ingredients include flour yeast sugar salt margarine and hot tap water. The dough rises in refrigeration and yields two loaves baked at 400 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.
Douglas County Extension sponsors a caning workshop in the Lawrence Community Building on February 14 21 and 28. Sessions run 930 am to noon and 1 pm to 3 pm with instructors Mr and Mrs Ray Sayler of Lecompton. No registration fee beyond cane cost. Participants must supply their own can chair.
Field measurements aid farmers certifying feed grain and wheat acreages in Douglas County. Request measurement service early to avoid backlogs and ensure timely reporting for 1968 Wheat and Feed Grain Programs. Cost is moderate and paid before service. 1967 average per farm was $9.14.
The USDA Agricultural Research Service introduces a universal soil loss prediction formula used by the Soil Conservation Service in Kansas and 36 eastern states. The method estimates erosion quickly and accurately, accounting for rainfall intensity, splash erosion, turbulence, and runoff. It highlights crop rotation and farming practices in reducing soil loss.
The Kansas 4-H program highlights foods and nutrition clothing beef junior leadership and knitting as the most popular projects over the past year. In 1967 the same five led, with junior leadership and knitting swapping fourth and fifth positions. Over 60 000 Kansas youth aged 8 to 19 participated in 4-H activities statewide under county extension agents.
Editorial by Charles R. Topping of Lawrence urges nationwide citizen involvement in soil and land care. He argues change is inevitable and must be guided to preserve land, rivers, and air, warning against short term gains at long term cost and noting 100 years since land grant colleges and 50 years since soil conservation services.
Modern fabrics offer wrinkle and soil resistance but repeated launderings wear finishes. Ironing with spray starch or spray-on finish restores look, adds body and soil resistance. Four methods cut ironing time, including spraying before ironing portions and handling dry or damp-dry fabrics.
Public notices announce hearings on estate matters for Roberta V Sparkes and Margaret T King with executors named. dates set for March 5 1968 and February 2 1968 respectively. Also notices for Sheriff sale of real estate in Douglas County and a public hearing on sidewalk construction and street improvements in Lawrence Kansas with tentative costs and assessment details.
Ancient Egyptians preserved and honored feline companions with mummies and rituals. Researchers note examples of sacred cats linked to deities and daily life, reflecting strong cultural ties.
Notices announce bids for three 1250 GPM pumpers for the Lawrence Fire Department and for Douglas County Kansas sewer improvement general obligation bonds of about 565000. Sealed bids due February 28 1968 with details on conditions payment and delivery. Public hearings for sidewalk construction and zoning amendments set in Lawrence. Also estate administrator notice for Frank P Prosser.
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