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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1955
Page
10
A practical guide to lawn care emphasizing regular fertilization with a complete nutrient mix and ongoing nitrogen during the growing season. It explains fertilizer labels like 10-6-4, basic elements nitrogen phosphorus and potash, and offers tips on watering mowing and weed control with simple gear recommendations.
A home yard safety note urges checking sandboxes swings and gyms for hazards. Replace frayed ropes fix splinters and protruding bolts keep hoses and tools stored to prevent trips and injuries. A coat of roofing paint can seal hose leaks and waterproof it.
A health education piece urges safe summer activity with reminders to swim only if able, never dive in unknown depths, supervise children around water, wear life jackets, avoid overloading boats, carry a fire extinguisher first aid kit and lantern on picnics, inspect sites, keep knives and matches under control, and have cars checked at service stations. It warns against overdoing games and stresses memory recall to avoid becoming a statistic.
The piece emphasizes carrying a flashlight for travel, outdoor activities, and home safety. It suggests keeping a light in reach to handle night emergencies, electrical failures, or lost items, and offers a jar-and-cord method to recover a lighted beacon in water. It notes general advice for preparedness.
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