Tech conducts vegetable variety studies for South Plains area
Horticulturist Zukauckas reports ongoing trials on sweet corn tomatoes cucumbers and onions with weed killer tests. Professor Reed compares Challenger cucumbers to hybrids noting better yield and uniformity in the challenger. Gardeners are advised on pests weather and timely planting for fall crops and safe insecticide use.
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Tech Tech
South Plains
Robert R.reed
George Elle
Reed
Lee Finch Wins Senior Table Tennis Title at Carlisle Park
Lee Finch representing Carlisle Park defeated Shirley Hensley of Pioneer Park to win the senior division of the city park table tennis tournament. Jerry Womack of Rodgers Park won the junior title by defeating David Hall of Stubbs in the final. Next week's summer playground program features a chess tournament at Stubbs Park Tuesday starting 6 p.m. Open to anyone 21 or under with no entry fee.
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Lee Finch
Carlisle Park
Shirley Hensley
Pioneer Park
City Park and Recreation Department
Jerry Womack
Rodgers Park
David Hall
Stubbs
Stubbs Park
37Th
Ave. N
Booker T. Washington Park
Michael
Beauty Contest Deadline Today
Entry deadline for the Lubbock County Farm Bureau queen contest set for 8 p.m. August 15 at the Slide Road Clubhouse. Seven contestants have entered including Sharon Lynn Weems Patricia Kay Crumley Doris Anna Hunt Ruth Marie Middlebrook Jeanie Faye Bishop Sandra Kay Jones and Loretta Mulheron with winner advancing to district competition.
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Lubbock County
Farm Bureau
Slide Road
Caprock Dr
Sharon Lynn Weems
Leroy Weems
Rt. 3
Lubbock
Patricia Kay Crumley
L. C
Loretta Mulheron
Monroe DeBusk
Rt. 1
Idalou
High School Students Return From Meet
Four Lubbock High School students return today from the seventh annual Student Council Workshop at Trinity University Sky line Campus ending a five day convention. Attendees Lynn Langston Joe Malley Cathy Leftwich and Sam Henry discussed student leadership training council problems and parliamentary procedure with evening social activities.
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Tom
S. Lubbock High School
Skyline
Trinity University
Texas Association of Student Councils
Lynn Langston
Joe Malley
Cathy Leftwich
Sam Henry
Chill Keeps Peony Bloom For Flower Show Storage Tips
Peonies can be preserved for over a month by chilling cut blooms. Store at 36 to 50 degrees, with stems in 8 inches of water and buds chilled before showroom. Cut singles and varieties when color shows. doubles when almost open. Use paper bags, trim stems to 16 inches, remove most foliage, then refresh water and watch buds open.
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American Peony Society
Aphids Threaten Urban Trees And Surfaces
Aphid infestations can stunt tree growth especially maples lindens tulip beech fruit trees and some pines and fir. Control with nicotine sulfate insecticide plus soap flakes. wash honeydew spots from cars and furniture with clear water before they harden.
Pruning Tips to Heal Damaged Trees at Home
Homeowners can care for shade trees with fall or spring pruning and quick bark repair. Use a sharp chisel and mallet for damaged areas, coat wounds with a safe dressing, and protect trunks with wire mesh. For large or topping work, hire a professional arborist.
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Fix
Ikebana Show by Mrs Schmid at Municipal Center
Ikebana show by Mrs Ells P Schmid is set for Thursday at 2 p m at the Municipal Garden Arts Center. The event, sponsored by the Lubbock Council of Garden Clubs, costs 1 dollar and is open to the public.
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Ells P. Schmid
Municipal Garden Arts Center
Lubbock Council of Garden Clubs
Ikebana International of
Tokyo
Atlanta
Care Of Garden Should Not End With Vacation
Article advises gardeners to plan for watering beds twice weekly while away and to mow every five to seven days. It notes this keeps the property looking cared for and avoids a dead lawn when returning in September and October.
Seed and Garden Bargains at Wolfe's Seeds
Red Cedar tub planters and rectangular planters on sale with reduced prices. African Violets and Begonias listed with marked down rates. Miscellaneous garden bargains include bird baths and oscillating sprinklers. Limited stock on Bermuda hulled fancy.
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Wolfe Nursery
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