Gardening Q&A: Iris, Gourds and Mulch Advice
In Creston and Chatham readers seek help on iris borers and blooming patterns for Blaze roses likely mislabelled Paul Scarlette Climber. The answer covers proper pruning to preserve future blooms, timing, and confirms Blaze bloom cycle. It also explains drying and finishing gourds, maturity tests, frost sensitivity, and wax polish tips, plus iris mulching cautions and sawdust impact.
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R.C
Creston
G. E
Westlake
Paul
R. F
Chatham
Crack resistant tomato varieties for cracking problems
The article notes tomatoes crack during ripening and warns about mold and spoilage if cracks are not managed. It highlights crack resistant cultivars such as Cardinal Hybrid and Crack Proof, plus Fireball Pritchard Perfection Hybrid and Glamour as strong options for home gardens and commercial growing.
Long-Serving Texas Sergeant Hidden Military Start
Senior M. Sgt. William J. Cleary at Eielson Air Force Base is 38 with 25 years of service. Enlisting at 13 in the 16th U S Cavalry in Texas in 1937, he later moved to the Air Force, serving in varied roles from blacksmith to recruiter, and is noted as the youngest senior master sergeant with the most time in service.
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Gordon Evans
Eielson Air Force Base
Alaska
UPI
William J. Cleary
Cleary
Europe
Air Force
Improving heavy clay soil with gritty amendments plan
The article outlines methods to repair clay soil by mixing sand slag and organic matter such as manure and compost. It describes a step by step plan dividing space into strips, removing topsoil, and thoroughly mixing amendments before replacing soil and repeating the process.
Chinese cabbage fall crop guidance from Ohio extension
Ohio State University extension horticulturist E. C. Wittmeyer urges growing Chinese cabbage as a fall crop. Michihli is recommended. sow seed late July to early August in well drained, organic soil with complete fertilizer 81-618. Seed rate 1 ounce per 300 feet. thin to 14 to 18 inches. about 80 days to maturity. Flea beetles and leaf hoppers may require insecticide protection.
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Ohio
E. C. Wittmeyer
Ohio State University Extension
Wittmeyer
Frogs Jump Blind at Prey Says Scientist
New York scientist Dr. Carl Gans, through clear photographs, reports that frogs seem to strike prey with eyes closed and adjust flight by foot movements. He notes the lower eyelid is transparent, allowing some sight during leaps and indicating off course cues from each eye.
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New York
Carl Gans
US private investment in mining and smelting soars
Washington reports United States private investment abroad in mining and smelting industries rose from 1.1 billion dollars in 1950 to nearly 3 billion by 1960, reflecting a rapid expansion in foreign mining ventures and refining operations.
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Washington
United States
Heathers Grow Wide in the United States
Heathers, native to Scotland England and Ireland, now widely grown in the United States as ground covers and decorative plants. They require little care thrive in humid coastal areas and poor acidic soils. plant deep in groups of three, clip annually, and protect in severe winters.
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United States
Scotland
England
Ireland
American Association of Nurserymen
Houston Becomes Space Center for Moon Project
Houston rises as a space hub with NASA planning a 90 million lunar program base at Clear Lake. Project Apollo staff, including Robert Gilruth and Charles Frick, plus firms North American Aviation and RCA, set up operations as 3,000 jobs and 13 million in payroll gains unfold.
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Gulf Coast
Moon City
U.S.A
Earth
Clear Lake
Houston
Manned Spacecraft Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
NASA
Robert Gilruth
Charles Frick
North American Aviation
McDonnell Aircraft Corp
Radio Corp. of America
Raytheon
Siegler Corporation of
Los Angeles
Stuart H. Clarke
Mites Thrive In Heat Endangering Trees This Summer
Heat waves may trigger a widespread mite surge damaging evergreens. E A Dahlgren of Davey Tree explains spotting by tapping a branch onto white paper, watching for moving dust. Mite webs and yellowing needles signal infestation. treatment includes Kelthane and Malathion on a ten day plan.
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E. A. Dahlgren
Davey Tree Expert Co
Chicago
New York
Causes of brown patches in lawns from soil moisture loss
A OSU Extension agronomist advises testing soil water holding capacity this spring. Brown spots indicate low moisture retention often from rocks brick plaster or gravel beneath six inches. Remove undesirable material to six inches and replace with topsoil to improve moisture retention.
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Samuel W. Bone
Ohio State University Extension Agronomist
Bone
Gas light veto in London borough sparks hazard fears
London borough council vetoed Samuel Clegg's early gas street lighting plan amid scientific warnings that a filled gasometer and a lit gas jet could ignite the tank and destroy the borough, raising safety concerns about the new illumination method.
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London
Samuel Clegg
Poinsettia care and garden notes for winter bloom
Garden column offers poinsettia trimming tips to force holiday blooms and details on cutting back in spring. It also covers slipping roses in jars, bird deterrents with aluminum foil, pineapple top rooting, plum tree fruit drop, hollyhock rust, and lavender care with soil and pruning guidance.
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Howard
Marty
Howard Miracle
Cornell University
Stanley
Sweaters for Korean orphans travel from Los Angeles
Mrs. Leonard W. Eaton of Los Angeles has run Operation Sweater for nine years, knitting nearly a thousand sweaters and many caps and mittens for Korean orphans. The 8th U. S. Army civil affairs officer John McReynolds aims to bring her to Korea to meet the recipients.
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Seoul
UPD
Korea
Leonard W. Eaton
S. van Ness Ave
Los Angeles
John A. McReynolds
U. S. Army Civil Affairs Section
McReynolds
Mrs. Eaton
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