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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1977
Page
2
A murder trial ends in the circuit court with a verdict appealed. The author defends the American justice system emphasizing its presumption of innocence, public transparency, and fair juror deliberation over secrecy or injustice. The piece argues laws are strong, but human imperfection exists. gratitude and vigilance are urged.
The text cites Exodus and Corinthians to assert that God’s glory fills the tabernacle only in a clean temple. It warns that God will not manifest power in a filthy temple and emphasizes spiritual purity as essential for divine presence.
The United Nations Security Council backed Vietnam for U.N. membership with the United States highlighting human rights concerns. Reports from refugees describe re education centers as concentration camps and disappearances of Saigon officials. Debates center on embargo, reparations, and missing Americans while calling for stronger U.N. emphasis on rights.
The Monroe County Appeal notes the Missouri State Highways policy shift to mow only a narrow strip by the pavement, leaving banks and rights of way natural. Unmowed areas reveal diverse wild blossoms and varieties, making roadsides appear ragged to some yet offering travelers a richer view and greater appreciation for Missouri.
A reader asks Ann Landers to reprint her 1967 drug abuse guidance for junior high students. The exchange includes Dr. Love’s militant drug stance, the need to confront war and poverty without turning to substances, and Kennedy’s quote on youth as national resources. Recaps offer her book on discussing sex with children.
A reader asks if diet affects a child's personality and Dr Thosteson notes limited evidence linking food additives to hyperactivity. He advises avoiding alarmism, limiting snack sources, and recognizing normal youthful exuberance with eating patterns varying widely.
Erroneous listings note unreported changes. TV menu includes Masters and Johnson discussion with Phil Donahue at 6 p.m. on Channel 17, ABC comedy at 7 on Channel 2,3, 174s 8, various soaps, game-show blocks, movie, and late night programs across NBC CBS and independent stations with many times and channels unclear.
A dense TV and radio schedule lists Cardinals vs Braves at 6:30 p.m. on Channel 5, a four week Jack Benny comedy run, and various films and talk shows through the evening. ABC Movie Goodbye Columbus appears, with details of other programs, weather, and late-night fare across channels 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 13.
Ned Beatty stars in a six week CBS comedy as a former sergeant who vies to reclaim a steam room used by teens at a Washington DC community center. The premiere blends a lightweight plot with solid performances especially Beatty and Olivia Cole, evoking Barney Miller in gentle humor.
Entries dated August 1 across 1877 1927 1937 1947 1957 1987 and 1972 record local happenings. Barn under construction at Lackland place health education shifts in rural schools revival fair preparations mule sale English trip Queen Elizabeth voyage plant leadership changes medical center funding tax cut and party reactions. Names include Ed C Offutt P D Gavan Essilee Playter Joyce Owens A T Bailey William S Lowe and others.
A Wednesday birthday list honors Randy Gene Carr James Kindig John R. Erdel L Hagan Ill Karen Terry Mel William R Campbell Mabel Davis Mrs Curtis Smith Mrs Lois Harrison Larry Frey James Foster Carrie Mae Scott Edna Simpson Billy Fry and Jeanette Gardner with warm regards across the community.
Mexico Ledger outlines daily publication schedule excluding Sundays and holidays, office hours, and detailed mailing rates for in area and out of state readers. Rates cover per month and yearly options for Audrain and neighboring counties, other Missouri counties, and out of state, plus military APO pricing.
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