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Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1971

Page

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Jackson claims noncandidate for 1972 Democratic nomination

Washington AP reports Senator Henry M. Jackson positions himself as an official noncandidate for the 1972 Democratic presidential race. He plans a Florida California Oregon and Massachusetts speaking schedule with primaries, meets Democratic state chairs, defends a strong national security policy, and weighs a possible active bid later in the year to influence party policy and win southern support.

S. Washington Henry M. Jackson Washington Florida California Oregon Massachusetts Association of Boeing Corp Jackson Texas Lyndon B. Johnson Jackagon Democratic Party Middle East Far East Nixon U.S Vietnam Sei Géorge McGovern South Dakota Harold Hughes Iowa Birch E. Bayh Indiana Edmund S. Muskie Maine Democratic Policy Council Muskie South Afl-Cio New York Michigan Illinois Israel House Senate John F. Kennedy

Rocks Hit Cars on I-70 Not Bullets

Berkeley police Chief Terrance Stoehner said a weekend sniper incident on Interstate 70 did not involve bullets. Investigators found shattered glass in three autos caused by rocks. Occupants escaped injury as police closed the expressway for five hours while a search continued.

Berkeley Terrance Stoehner Interstate 70

Pursesnatcher, 5 or 6, Grabs Child in Meriden

In Meriden Connecticut a purse snatcher described as about 5 or 6 years old grabbed a two year old girl Colleen MacCannon as she attempted to use a gumball machine. The thief fled with a purse containing a few pennies a doll and a toy lipstick.

Meriden, Conn Colleen MacCannon Colleen

Calley life fight shifts to freedom from prison

Instant News reports Lt. William L. Calley Jr. moves from life sentence concerns to appeals for reduced punishment for the My Lai murders. Across the globe, Nixon and others face policy splits as protests and political maneuvers unfold amid war and social tensions.

Ft, Benning, Ga William L. Calley Jr My Lai

POW Families Questioned Over Peace Group Ties

Washington AP reports FBI agents questioned families of U S prisoners of war about links to the Committee of Liaison with Families of Servicemen Detained in North Vietnam, a New York pacifist group. Investigators and sources note inquiries followed earlier reports and a warning to a POW mother.

Washington House Committee On Internal Security U.S House Committee FBI Committee of North Vietnam House Internal Security Committee Committee of Liaison House Foreign Affairs Liaison Gerald A. Gartley Dunedin Fla Pentagon

Nixon Signs Beach Over To Public

President Nixon transfers a Pacific beach near Camp Pendleton from Marines to California public authorities. A Property Review Board finding says the beach is better for public recreation, amid plans to expand parklands. Nixon met Kissinger and other aides while preparing a Vietnam troop withdrawal address.

San Clemente Calif Nixon California U.S. Marines Pacific Beach Camp Pendleton Marine Base Federal Property Review Board Congress Camp Pendleton Los Angeles San Diego White House Henry A. Kissinger South Vietnam Kissinger William P. Rogers Melvin BR. Laird Ronald L. Ziegler

Democrats Head For Springfield Jackson Day Festivities

Democrats from Jefferson City head to Springfield for the 48th Jackson Day event. Hundreds will depart Friday, hotel rooms are booked, and the Colonial Hotel will host a festooned setup. Bill Burlison of Cape Girardeau speaks at breakfast, with a $100 plate sponsor luncheon and a banquet featuring U.S. Sen. John V. Tunney.

Jefferson City Springfield Colonial Hotel Bill Burlison Cape Girardeau The Grove Steak House U.S John V.tunney California

Mrs. Richard Jones Recovering After Major Surgery

Mrs. Richard Jones of St. Louis formerly Miss Marjorie Merry of Mexico is reported to be recovering satisfactorily ten days after undergoing major surgery at Fermin Desloge Hospital in St. Louis.

Richard Jones St. Louis Marjorie Merry Mexico Fermin Desloge Hospital

Hoffa to Lose Control as Parole Denied

James Riddle Hoffa’s 13 year Teamsters reign appears over after the U S Parole Board denies his freedom appeal. He remains imprisoned for eight years on a jury tampering conviction and is unlikely to retain leadership past the Miami Beach July convention. Acting President Frank Fitzsimmons is favored to succeed Hoffa, potentially reshaping relations with AFL CIO and the 2 million members.

Washington James R. Hoffa Teamsters Union U.S. Parole Board James Riddle Hoffa U.S Hoffa Teamsters Miami Beach Fla Afl-Cio Frank &. Fitzsimmons Detroit Fitzsimmons

Hal Boyle's Daydream Fades Into Morning Reality

Hal Boyle recounts a surreal dreamlike sequence where luck, police humor, bank heists, and a glamorous heiress tempt him, only to wake to a sobering scene with his injured teen daughter. The piece blends whimsy with a relatable domestic moment.

Mexican Hedger Newspaper Rates And An April Fool Prank

Publication details for Mexican Hedger note daily schedule, pricing by mail and area, and military rates. The text then shifts to a humorous scene where Tracy declares April Fool while the narrator considers calling a doctor after a fall, revealing a prank.

U S Mint Starts Dollar Coin Production With Cartwheels

San Francisco Mint begins production of the first United States dollar coins since 1935. Mary T. Brooks presses a stamping machine as the first coin goes to Mamie Eisenhower, with honors for David Eisenhower and President Nixon. Over four years 130 million uncirculated coins will be produced for collectors at 3 dollars each.

San Francisco U.S Dwight D. Hisenhower Mary T. Brooks U.S. Mint Mamie Hisenhower Philadelphia Denver

Moon landing commemorative coins announced by U S Mint

The Eis enhower profile and a reverse with an eagle and olive branch mark the Apollo 11 lunar landing on July 21 1969. Frank Gasparro designed both sides. The coin alloy mixes 40 percent silver 60 percent copper for the collector pieces while circulation coins are copper-nickel with no silver. The design features the Sea of Tranquility cratered terrain and Earth in the backdrop.

Frank Gasparro U.S

Spring Workshop for Nursing Home Staff in Moberly

A spring workshop for nursing home personnel titled Keys to Supervision is set for April 14 at the Municipal Auditorium in Moberly. The program aims to improve supervisory skills and care standards for facility staff.

Moberly Municipal Auditorium

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