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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1972
Page
2
A reflection on liberty and the press cites Milton Madison and Jefferson approving freedom of speech and press as essential to self government. The piece argues knowledge of current events enables citizens to govern and cites the First Amendment as protecting this right. Dated 10-8-70.
A brief reflection cites 1 John 3 23 urging belief in Jesus Christ and brotherly love as a straightforward commandment with lasting rewards. The note emphasizes obedience and the positive dividends of living by this teaching.
Vandalia Leader notes that 18 to 20 year olds are registering and preparing for elections with unexpected enthusiasm. They challenge traditional politics, push for direct answers, and may shift campaign focus before the August primary, signaling a potential long term change in political engagement and policy discourse.
Sparky Stalcup, longtime Missouri basketball coach and athletic leader, died at 62 after 16 seasons at Missouri where he built a winning record amid football’s prominence. A colorful, candid figure, he also led MU athletics as athletic director and chaired the Basketball Coaches Association, earning deep loyalty from players and colleagues.
A birthday greeting note lists individuals including Donald Paton Mrs Joe Kirk Royal Stewert Joyce Delores Gastler HM Walker Bobby Given Hussell Hervey Michael N Bishop Karen Rose Stevingon Ed Thornton Connie Marie Woodward Pat Parrott Roger Lee Bruyn Mire Ed Epperson Therene Jackson and Charles Sargent slated to celebrate on Thursday.
Readers share pain from death by self, blaming themselves for not seeing signs. A 19 year old wife recalls an unstable husband and years of guilt. A second letter describes a bitter family fight sparked by Ann Landers column while a Mexican reader vents. The column defends its role and offers a drug booklet at the end.
A teen's crave for salt prompts Dr Thosteson to warn of potential psychological or adrenal causes and the dangers of excess sodium. He notes normal diets supply far less salt than the craving requires, discusses kidney function, and suggests medical review for related weight gain or fluid retention. The column invites readers to request booklets on kidney health and weight management.
Mexico residents report a new half million gallon water tank completed by Chicago Bridge and Iron Co. The 133 foot tall pale green structure spells Mexico in black letters. Also noted is Maple Grove School District voting down annexation to Mexico School District 38 to 12. A separate note from 1952 cites over $500 raised for Moolah Shrine Circus benefiting Shriner's Crippled Children Hospital with H. Lacy Lewton chairing.
A garbled listing shows radio station codes and city pairs in St. Louis Ottumwa Columbia Hannibal Quincy and other locales. It notes possible changes by the stations and unreported updates around mid month.
Channel listings show a busy evening with baseball between the Cards and Braves at Atlanta at 7:00 p.m. on Channels 5 and 8, preceded by a 6:30 p.m. pre-game show. Also scheduled are a 1963 WWII mission drama Four Kings at 6:30 on 10 featuring Peter Falk, Susan Strasberg, and Paul Lukas, plus The Muppet Musicians of Bremen at 6:30 on 2 and an ABC Movie at 7:30 on 2, 3:17 Thief with Richard Crenna, a 1971 TV film rerun. SPECIAL: Jack Paar's African Diary airs at 7:30 on 10 with scenes from
Televised tour notes list Kenya Tanzania coverage and election results Cronkited for Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. Primaries and shows air across channels with film lineups including Possessed Here Comes Mr Jordan and Murder Most Foul. Also featuring Dick Cavett with Barnard and Vaughan, Joey Bishop hosting Corbett and Ballantine, plus cartoons, sports, and news programs throughout the slate.
Wednesday listings note Channel 10 hosts the Muppet Musicians of Bremen at 6:30 PM with other programs including NET Opera Theater at 8:00 showing The Trial Of Mary Lincoln. Barbara Feldon stars in a comedy sketch on Comedy Machine at 4:00 PM. Weather and daily schedules follow with multiple daytime shows and movie slots.
TV writer Cynthia Lowry notes NBC canceled pilots like Wednesday Night Out and Keeping Up With the Joneses, both heavy with ethnic or domestic themes. Arte Johnson satire and a Rooney Reasoner church architecture piece are judged uneven, while a Civil War finale on CBS contrasts Lee and Grant, reflecting modern national tensions.
Publication details list daily except Sundays and holidays at 300 N Washington St Mexico Mo 65285. Rates shown for carrier, mail, and military members with varying yearly and six month terms. office hours 8 to 5:30 weekdays and 8 to 3 on Saturday.
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