Planting. 1  Always sow fresh seed. 2  Parsnips need a long growing season, so sow as soon as the soil is workable. 3  Loosen the soil to a depth of 12-15 inches and mix in a 2- to 4-inch layer of compost. Always sow fresh seed. 2  Parsnips need a long growing season, so sow as soon as the soil is workable. 3  Loosen the soil to a depth of 12-15 inches and mix in a 2- to 4-inch layer of compost. 4  Sow 2 seeds per inch Â½ an inch deep.
Quick Facts : Festival of Souls. The Festival of Souls also referred as Obon, is a Buddhist celebration, celebrated during July in Japan and August in China. This is not an official national holiday. The Japanese believe that during this period the souls of their ancestors return to their homes on earth.
Congress passes the Monday Holiday Law which established the fourth Monday in October as the new date for the observance of Veteran's Day. The law is to take effect in 1971. The Federal observance of Veterans Day is held on the fourth Monday of October.