Memorial stump grinding and home garden tips from 1960s columns
An article covers stump removal with a grinding machine to below ground level, tomato growing advice including varieties and staking, cool weather vegetables and staggered corn plantings, and the use of Shell 3362 and Shell 3562 systemic chemicals to combat elm disease and protect birds. It also notes sanitation for dead elm wood and advises replacing old potted plants and prioritizing soil quality in planting.
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Shell
American Tree Farmer & Forestry Digest
Norris
Louis P. Politi
New York Botanical Garden
Simmered Pig Knuckles With Sauerkraut Guide
Cook 1 to 2 hours until tender. Submerge knuckles in water without seasoning. Serve hot with sauerkraut for a classic dish.
Power Mower Safety Hints From Experts
Safety authorities say a new standard for power mowers aims to curb garden injuries. Rules emphasize restricting mower use to adults, clearing debris from lawns, and controlled operation, with incidents in 1961 showing many accidents could have been prevented.
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American Standards Association
Mowing Safety Guidelines From a Historic Field Note
The guide advises mowing slowly to cut efficiently in tall grass and raise the blade to avoid stones. It warns against fuel spills on clothing or equipment and prohibits smoking during fueling. It recommends stopping the engine if someone approaches and not restarting until ready to cut. Cautions around ornaments and fences minimize mishaps.
Easy Lawn Crabgrass Control With Preemergence Kill
The article explains two forms of crabgrass and promotes preemergence chemicals as the easiest way to stop seedlings before they sprout. It notes timing, safety concerns for children and pets, seed-sowing delays after application, and urges readers to compare brands at a local garden dealer.
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