Cannon Dam promises better living for Ledgerland readers
In a 1977 editorial the Ledger-Times highlights Cannon Dam as a future boon for Missouri and Illinois, detailing Mark Twain Lake’s expected size and activities. The piece praises Clarence Cannon, his decades in Congress, and his role in the dam project, noting the lasting benefits for the Ninth District and local jobs.
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Cannon Dam
Ledgerland
Mark Twain Lake
Missouri
Illinois
Clarence Cannon
Mark Twain
Congress
House
Roosevelt
Cannon
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Ninth
Enduring Faith Guided By Test Of Time
A devotional musing urges proving all things and holding fast to what is good. It cites 1 Thessalonians 5:21 and argues faith has endured for thousands of years, remaining valuable only if it leads to a happy and successful life.
Handi-Shop praise from Mexico reader
Open Forum editor ledger from Route 1 Mexico commends the Handi-shop article and two authorities. Thanks extend to Wetterau Kaiser's A. P. Green and others who support the Handi-shop. The workshop provides income and entertainment, with annual picnics and a trip to Sedalia State Fair. gratitude notes to Mr. Ron Ward for assistance.
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Wetterau’s
Kaiser's
A. P. Green
New Light On Crib Deaths
The Kansas City Star notes progress in crib death research and calls for expanded federal funding and parental counseling. Senate hearings reviewed increased support after evidence from autopsies showing preexisting abnormalities in many cases. Researchers warn that more study is needed to inform medical treatment and prevention.
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Kansas City
Senate Appropriations
Mexico Ledger Classified and Delivery Rates Notice
The Mexico Ledger lists publication details including location at 300 N. Washington St. Mexico MO 65265 and postal rate information. Rates cover single copies, carrier and mail subscriptions by region, armed forces memberships, and office hours from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturdays.
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Mexico Ledger
Washington St
Mexico
Audrain
APO
Dear Ann Landers column examples on family and romance
A collection of readers questions and Ann Landers replies cover issues from elderly grandparents facing social security strain to a married affair dilemma. The pages offer stern guidance, jokes, and a plug for a sex education booklet, reflecting midcentury advice norms and readers’ moral anxieties.
Male breast cancer questions raise awareness and guidance
A reader asks about male breast cancer symptoms and diagnosis. Dr Thosteson notes male breast cancer is rare about 1 percent of cases but urges prompt medical evaluation for any lump or pain. He explains completed strokes, TIAs, snoring factors, venous valve issues, and dispels brick radiation myths while inviting readers to request his booklets.
TV Tonight Selections Highlight Repeats and Classic Films
Channel listings highlight repeats across networks with favorites like Happy Days and M A S H. Prime picks include The Blue Hotel on American Short Story, The Sterile Cuckoo at 10:30 on 2 3 17, and classic films such as In A Lonely Place and Rocketship X M with times and stations noted.
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Police Woman
Kojak
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Stephen Crane
Liza Minnelli
John Davidson
Johnny Carsons
Kelly Monteith
Kirkwood
Humphrey Bogart
Barbara
George Bernard Shaw
P.J
Raymond Burr
George Peppard
Loyd Bridges
ABC
Adan
Newscallogan
Heroea
Sane
Towel Thomas
Jack van Impe
Maverick
Laverne
Inahue
Chris Moore
Nashville
Police
Mary Hartma
McNei Lehrer
Carter address on energy to be carried by networks
Television listings note the Carter energy address at 8:00 p.m. across major networks with later analysis on McNeil and Lehrer. The schedule lists ABC Afterschool specials, Donahue interviews, and a flurry of daytime and late programs, with CBS and NBC news and entertainment blocks interwoven.
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Carter
Channel 9
MacNeil and Lehrer
Phil Donahue
Robert
P Wussler
CBS
CBS News
Pat Paulsen
Kingston
NBC
Zoom
Chris Moore
Weatherscan
Mary Hartman
Donahue
Pyramid
Grizzly
St. Louis
Adams
Nova
Newsca
Maverick
FBI
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Perception
Charlie's
Angels
Ours
Ironside Actor Don Galloway Bets On New TV Venture
Don Galloway from Ironside plans a May pilot for NBC titled Cover Girls in which two models act as undercover CIA-type agents. He hails from Brooksville Kentucky, studied at the University of Kentucky, and has acted across soap operas and stage while also writing projects with Morgan Paull and Bert Prelutsky. His career includes a shift from NBC page to TV star and now writer with several projects in consideration.
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Jay Sharbutt
Los Angeles
Don Galloway
NBC
New York
Don
Sgt
Ed Brown
ABC
Charlie’s Angels
Farrah Fawcett- Majors
Galloway
Brooksville
Linda Robinson
Universal
University of Kentucky
Neil Simon
Morgan Paull
Bert Prelutsky
Mexico History Chronicle Condenses Four Decades in brief
A compilation of short era notes records events from 1877 to 1967 in Mexico including new residents, storm damage across Benton City Vandalia and near misses, Scout merit badges pursuits, CCC entries, school banners and athletic honors, local business expansion efforts, police and community notices, Kiwanis activities, telephone growth to 5900 lines, and school board hires, all tied to local figures and institutions.
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Pomp Plunkett
Concord
Harper and Bros
Cite
Benton City
Walsh
Vandalia
Ora Harvey
Lena Cooper
Howard Calkins
Ed Morris
Tom Pickett
Russell Powell
Powell
Audram County
CCC
Fulton
Mexico High School
Loyal C. Wonneman
Wallace G
M.M. Gray
A. P
S.E. Smith Jr
Southwestern Bell Telephone Co
Mexico
Kirksville
John Ferris
Helen Dillard
Pastsy Hearn
Bob Neeley
Jodeanne Turner
Birthday wishes for Gregory Baker and friends
A birthday greeting sent on Thursday extends best wishes to Gregory Baker Dorothy Juanita Chapman Donald R Palmer Francis DeVault Mrs Charles Rolle Kathy Carter and E G Kribble.
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Gregory Baker
Dorothy Juanita Chapman
Donald R. Palmer
Francis DeVault
Charles Rolle
Kathy Carter
Tb E.G. Kribble
Beltone Free Ear Aid Offer Promises No Cost Home Trial
Beltone announces a free nonoperating miniature hearing aid model to help those who hear but do not understand words. The ultra light unit weighs under a third of an ounce and is worn at the ear. Send for the model to Beltone Electronics Dept. 2374 at 4201 W. Victoria St Chicago Illinois 60646 with no cost or obligation.
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Chicago
Til
Beltone
Beltone Electronics
Victoria St
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