Saturday Notebook Follies On Tomato Talk And Oddities
A nostalgic Saturday notebook piece reminiscences about a neighborhood gardening expert and his tomato planting ritual using sawdust, warns of a dog that bites sprouts, and shares lighthearted riffs on Washington farm policy, local ads, a pink curlers joke, a wallet misadventure, stock market quips, and a humorous home gadget quip about a smoke alarm.
Contact lenses and wearer suitability explained
Dear Miss J L, some people cannot wear contact lenses due to risks like allergies dryness or sensitivity to lens materials. Most common reactions include irritation redness or dry eyes. An eye care professional can assess your vision health discuss lens types and care to reduce potential problems and ensure safe wear.
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Contact lens care and eye makeup hazards warnings
The article warns that cosmetics can irritate contact lenses and damage lenses, urging thorough hand washing before applying or removing lenses, applying eye makeup after washing hands, and avoiding eye products near lenses. It notes lens fitters should determine lens tolerance and mentions possible trial periods for new lenses.
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American Optometric Association
Thosteson
Adjustable life policy aims to reshape life insurance
Bankers Life of Des Moines touts adjustable life as flexible coverage that grows with life events. The plan lets customers start with term coverage and upscale or downscale premiums and face amounts, reducing the need to buy new policies and lowering commissions.
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Michael W. Millican
NEW York (Ap
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Des Moines
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C. L. Trowbridge
Trowbridge
Minnesota Mutual
Government Returns To Grain Business Under CCC Programs
Kansas City report notes the government is reentering grain activities with reserve schemes and price support tools. The Commodity Credit Corporation holds about 46 million bushels of wheat and 365,000 of corn from 1976 77 loans, while aiming for a 330 million bushel wheat reserve over three years.
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Roderick Turnbull
Kansas City
Commodity Credit Corporation
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George Eastling
Washington
National
County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service Office
CCC
Joan
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Eastling
Dakotas
Southwest
Waiting On Legislature Proves Tedious In 1978 Session
Kansas lawmakers endured a marathon two day plus session described as tedious with a running clock and delayed votes. The piece recalls a theatrical mood with glee club songs and moments of tension, humor, and resignation as veterans reflect on the era and the prospect of not returning.
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House Glee Club
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