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Mother read an article from "Current
Opinion" regarding the ever interesting
subject of the ofensive bill boards. It is
gratifying to know that such extensive
advertizers as The Standard Oil of
New Jersey, Hood tires, Dodge Cars etc.
are coöperating with the public to
such an extent.

Cousin Ellen read us "The care
of roses", and of a spray for black spot
which she had sent for. We will
be interested to hear teh result.

Our forethought was absent, but
Mrs. Davis read from "The flower grower"
some things which should be done.
June is the time to use the hoe the
cultivator and the weeder. If the weeds
get ahead now, and go to seed, it
not only means an unsigntly garden
now, but trouble next year also.
Do not wait until plants are too large
before staking. Spray. Sow seeds of perennials
to set out in early September. Clip off
whithered [withered] flowers. Set out Dahlias and
Gladioli.

Cousin Anne Farquhar, who
was assistant Secretary, reported