Guard Your Evergreens Against Winter's Changes In Temperature
Winter injury threatens evergreens with high winds thaw cycles and sudden freezes. Use windbreaks, stakes with screenings, heavy mulching, and tying branches to prevent damage. Illinois and Wisconsin oaks suffer a deadly disease. no cure exists despite plant pathology efforts. Liquid manure is unnecessary for houseplants. use standard fertilizer sparingly.
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Henry Pree
NEA
Illinois
Wisconsin
Gardeners face frost wait and catalog benefits
The article advises gardeners to wait six more weeks for frost to pass and use seed and plant catalogs to preselect varieties and place orders. It also discusses foundation planting choices recommending small evergreens and shrubs, noting large trees like pine and hemlock should not be near houses, and suggests professional landscaping for longer lasting plantings.
Mr. Fix Silences Squeaks in Stairs with Simple Repairs
A home repair note explains how to stop squeaky stairs by re securing wedges, toe nailing or anchoring treads, and using nails or wedges to draw loose boards tight. It covers open risers basement stairs and cautions on inspecting stringers and cleats to prevent accidents.
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Bob Scharff
NEA
H.R. A
Parent advice on winning teen confidence without pressure
A reader asks how to gain a teen daughter's trust as she shows little interest in social life or appearance. Nancy Mottram advises restraint and positive reinforcement, letting the daughter initiate conversations while staying supportive and approving of her taste and school effort. A separate note reminds dating advice for a troubled ex, urging no interference. The column closes with an Hollywood note about Bill Schuster and a church meeting announcement followed by a recipe.
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Nancy
Doctor Answers Hair Loss Tied to Illness Gains Hair Regrowth
The column explains hair loss after illness or surgery is common and hair often regrows with recovery. A weakened condition may cause lasting thinning. Family history and scalp conditions can worsen shedding. Colloquy covers Bell's palsy and fistulas, plus general health tips to prevent illnesses.
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Edwin P. Jordan
NEA
Drawer space and furniture ideas for small homes
The article promotes choosing furniture with ample drawer space to maximize storage in small homes or apartments. It highlights living room chests, a Bachelor's Chest, a bedside shelf, and a chairside table as practical storage solutions, stressing comfort, beauty, and utility for future generations.
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Voratiow
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