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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1974
Page
2
Citizens express frustration with the 55 mph limit amid energy concerns. Drivers note compliance gaps, trucker incentives, patrol enforcement disparities, and calls for a presidential review of the law’s effectiveness for national welfare.
A short reflection recalling Deuteronomy 33 27 and affirming that God remains a refuge amid perceived miracles of protection for individuals.
Ann Landers letters discuss theft across hospitals and stores with a hospital official explaining patients may be billed for used tape but not furniture. A freshman asks for a tactful reply about premarital sex, and the columnist advises a direct, private stance.
Dear Dr Thosteson offers guidance on managing a sway back in a slim, active 10 year old. The best steps involve gentle posture awareness, regular light activity, core strengthening, and professional evaluation to rule out structural issues. Early, consistent habits can improve posture and comfort.
A Ledger open forum hosts critique of League of Women Voters for perceived liberal bias and partisan action. Letters discuss the Nominating Committee, National Board influence, and calls for fair local engagement amid race tensions in Mexico town debates. The page also includes reader questions to Dr Thosteson about gout, antiseptics, and spinal posture with community responses.
A pixelated listing shows station call signs and cities across Missouri and nearby areas. Entries include KTVE in St Louis and Ottumwa channels, KMox in St Louis and Columbia, KHGA Hannibal, KOMUTY Columbia, KREG ty Jeff City, KETC St Louis, Keb in Columbia, Weem Quincy, and notes about See TV.
Television listings highlight Humorous sketches with Sid Caesar and peers at 7 p.m. on channels 5 8 and 10, plus ABC Movie Moon Of The Wolf at 7 30 on 2 3 17. Bob Hope hosts Cavalcade Of Championship Awards at 8 p.m. on 5 8 10 followed by the Oscar Awards at 9 p.m. with David Niven Burt Reynolds and Diana Ross. Breast Cancer: Where We Are airs at 11 30 on Channel 8. Highlights include classic films and shows across CBS NBC and ABC with many times listed, plus late night movie slots and specials.
Channel slots feature Cleran Wilson's Great Escape at 7 PM and The Gun And The Pulpit at 7 30 PM with Marjoe Gortner. Hall of Fame 7 30 PM Crown Matrimonial with Greer Garson. theater and news segments follow. evening movies include Carrie and The Desperate Hours with major network coverage and classic shows.
Regular monthly Pack 35 meeting at Eugene Field School names Bruce Barkelew best cub of the pack yesterday in Mexico.
Mexico Ledger announces publishing schedule excluding Sundays and holidays at 300 North Washington Street. It lists mailing rates by region including Mexico and trade area towns at 2.25 per month, Audrain and adjoining counties annual and six month rates, all Missouri counties different tiers, and out of state annual rates. Armed forces in US APO lines apply. Office hours are shown.
AP reports the Clio Awards may stage a live televised show on June 14 honoring TV, radio and print advertising. About 350 judges review roughly 3,800 entries from 30 plus countries across 58 possible TV categories. Winners spotlight top campaigns, often rivaling entertainment events in audience pull.
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