Sunflowers to Japan by Jett Anderson
Etsuko Matsuo will take back 10 pounds of Kansas sunflower seed from Cloverleaf 4-H club to Japan as sunflowers are likely to be plentiful in Southern Japan in coming years. A reception for Etsuko at Marion Coen home Ottawa RFD 4 drew about 40 people who brought gifts including sunflowers seeds a scrapbook of snapshots and wood burned sunflower discs.
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Jett Anderson
Japan
Etsuko Matsuo
Kansas
Etsuko
Marion Coen
Ottawa
RFD
Franklin County
Leuthold
Planning to buy or build a house in Manhattan
Kansas State University Extension specialist Bill Eberle warns buyers to slow down and consider location, zoning rules, lot size, utilities, and drainage. He notes natural site conditions matter and discusses erosion, slopes, and flood risk, advising talks with longtime residents to avoid later problems.
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Manhattan
Bill Eberle
Kansas State University
Eberle
Reseeding Guide Promotes Fall Lawn Renewal
Kansas State University horticulturist Larry Leuthold urges reseeding during August 15 to September 15 to establish cool season grasses. He advises soil prep with mowing, power raking, and precise seeding, followed by light watering and early overseeding to deter weeds and reduce winter damage.
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Bob W. Bozworth
Larry D. Leuthold
Kansas State University
Weatherproofing and Insulation for Kansas Homes
Kansas homes face extreme heat and cold and should prioritize orientation and shading to reduce energy use. Key tips include long east west layouts, facing winds, shade trees on east west and south, evergreen windbreaks on north, and avoiding large sun reflecting concrete surfaces.
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Tucker
Kansas
Summer Means Barbecuing By MARCIAL HOUCE
Summer is the peak for backyard barbecues but safety is urged. Use well ventilated areas, avoid gasoline or lighter fluids, light with a long tool, and keep containers away from grills. Recipes from Better Homes and Gardens include onion glaze and Beef Teriyaki Kebabs with marinated beef and vegetables.
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Marcial
Garnett Fair Opens With Crowning Eight 4-H King
The Anderson County Fair at Garnett starts Monday with four days of events. Opening night features the crowning of the 4-H King and Queen and a parade at 7:30 at the fairgrounds stadium.Tuesday hosts a Nashville country music jubilee starring Rex Allen Jr. and Pedro Gonzales-Gonzales at 8. Wednesday offers the 4-H Style Revue at the stadium. Thursday closes with the 4-H Livestock sale and the Uncle Sam Band.
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Garnett
Kansas
Rex Allen, Jr
Pedro Gonzalez
Uncle Sam
Anderson County Fair
Fairgrounds Stadium
Nashville
Sale of Antiques and Dishes Over Two Days
Antique items offered Saturday and Sunday include walnut furniture, glassware, clocks, lamps, and a large Carnival glass and china collection with over 100 Carnivall dishes. Daily sections list oak and walnut pieces, dressers, bookcases, tables, beds, and a broad assortment of glassware, china, and collectibles.
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Plymouth
New Haven
Wal
Carnival Glass, Inc
Northwood Inc
Carnival
Ige
Asst
Pressed Glass, Inc
Nippon
Haviland
Noritake
Goofus Glass
Tiffany
Roseville
Hull
Japan
Mary Gregory
Nice
Lge
B&w
Mars
A.W. Turne
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Mary Tucker
Tom Bach
Eged Coearin
Attention Hog
Rodeo Meats Inc
Fanestil Packing Co
Emporia
Farm and Road Tire Service
Farm Bureau
Batterias
Hwy
Anderson County
LSP
Garnett Fair
Rex Allen Jr
Pedro Gonzales-Gonzales
White Farm Equipment
Jerry
Raymond
Ottawa, Kansas
King
Kan
Claude Myers
Merle Burgess
Keller-Kirkland
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