Reagan’s Schweiker Pick Seen as Historic Misstep
Editorial argues Reagan’s selection of Pennsylvania Senator Richard Schweiker as running mate reveals political expediency over principle. Schweiker’s liberal stance within the Republican Party is highlighted, questioning Reagan’s anti politics rhetoric and foreshadowing Ford’s nomination prospects while listing past vice presidential near misses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald Reagan
Pennsylvania
Richard Schweiker
Reagan
Schweiker
Republican Party
Ford
Kansas City
Elbridge Gerry
George M. Dallas
Hannibal Hamlin
William A. Wheeler
Levi P. Morton
Charles Curtis
Prayer as lifeline through Colossians verse
A devotional note on continuing in prayer with thanksgiving. It emphasizes prayer as the believer’s lifeline and gratitude for God’s provision of a direct line to Him.
Travel notes praise western states litter laws and curb ads
Open Forum letter praises Utah Idaho Washington and British Columbia for clean roads and strict anti litter laws. The writer contrasts Missouri and Callaway County noting historic roadside trash pickups and laments outdoor advertising and lobbyist influence. Hugh P Williamson signs.
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Ledger
Utah
Idaho
Washington
British Columbia
Missouri
Callaway County
Fulton
Hugh P. Williamson
Why Defectors Anger Over Olympic Participation
In a heated opinion, the writer condemns Prime Minister Trudeau for opposing Republic of China athletes at the Summer Olympics. The piece argues Americans would fear a dictatorship’s control, envisioning a nation stripped of freedoms, and questions Trudeau’s understanding of liberty and defection. The columnist likens Canada’s stance to oppression and urges sympathy for those seeking exile and freedom.
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Jefferson City
Pierre Trudeau
Canada
Republic of China
Puerto Rico
United States of America
Red China
Olympic Committee
Trudeau
Islani Mg
USA
America
Ann Landers Therapy and Circus Dilemmas
Dear Ann Landers offers an argument for counseling after a mother's tragedy and a circus seating conflict. A reader cites therapy helping a son who died by self action, another shares frustration at obstructed view, and an usher solution is advised. Ann Landers endorses counseling and practical steps.
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Ann Landers
Dear Dr Thosteson Thyroid A Delicate Matter
A reader asks if stopping Proloid thyroid pills caused weight gain after three months off therapy. Dr Thosteson notes stopping can reduce activity and alter readings, but a three pound gain over three months is not excessive if the thyroid gland functions, advising follow-up tests and reporting symptoms to the current doctor.
Television grid chaos hides a busy Friday night schedule
TV listings show multiple channels airing The Beach Boys special at 7 00 PM across 5 8 and 10 while What's Happening debuts at 7 30 on 2 3 and 17 Roger Dwange and Rerun headline the new four week comedy series plus Bob Hope and Eva Marie Saint star as a TV couple on NBC.
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California
Roger, Dwange
Bob Hope
Eva Marie Saint
Arizona
Kotter
Waltons
Beach Boys
Wnstairs
Get Smart
Phil Donahue
Francisco
Wild Kingdom
Hawaii
Baleidoscope
NBC
Adam
Ozark Opry
Harry O
Donahue
Dr. van Impe
Barnaby
Compass Jones
Television listings and pilot highlights snapshot
A dense OCR of a 1960s station guide shows pilots like two brothers running a zany theatrical agency at 9 and 9:30, and a spoofed Hitchcock tribute at 10. Midnight specials feature Elton John and others on multiple dates. The page lists programs by time with many show titles and channel codes, blending movies, news, game shows, and soap operas across days 4 through 13, including cancellations and schedules for dramas, comedies, and children’s fare.
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Dick Shawn
Alfred Hitchcock
Elton John
Kiki Dee
Seals and Crofts
Peter Frampton
Birthday announcements and notices in Mexico Ledger
The Mexico Ledger lists Saturday birthday greetings for several residents including Mrs. Walter Spene and Kevin Eugene Scott. It notes today’s birthday for Neil Armstrong at age 46 and cites a Thought for today from Thomas Edison. The page also provides paper pricing, office hours, and mailing rates.
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Walter Spene
Glen Maxwell
Kevin Eugene Scott
John Knipp
Bob Steinman
Geneva Sue Haney
Stevie Marshall
Michael Newbrough
Lois Ann Borcherding
Joyce Ann Young
Jo Ann Helwig
Sheryl Camp
Neil Armstrong
John Huston
Thomas Edison
Mexico community notes span decades of local events
A collage of dated items from Mexico Missouri recalls Legion elections in 1966, a 1956 public works appointment, 1948 band plans for Look magazine, 1996 primary results, and Audrain County offices. It also mentions 1926 business changes and early mail service trials at the Orpheum Theatre with Kit Cargon.
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Norris Sterner
James Bledsoe
American Legion
Joe D. Holt
Auxvanse
Callaway County
James R. Huff
City of
Mexico
Elmer R. Jackson
Missouri Military Academy
New York City
Car
Negie Hal
Pegee Hewitt
St. Louis
Lloyd C. Stark
Louisiana
Ernest 5. Gantt
Supreme Court
Audrain County
Raymond E. Cox
Suggett Edwards
E.G. Apel
J.A. Edwarda
Larney Barnes
Paul Hammett
H. Baker Barnes
Moss M. Edwarda
W.S. Eller
B.M. Marlow
Frank Hollingsworth
J. Ray Brown
Harris-Henderson Motor Co
O.T. Henderson
W.F. Harris
L. McF. Gamble
Post Office Department
Orpheum Theatre
Kit Cargon
Walloping
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P.O
Elgin
Dr. Thosteson
Mrs. D
Jeff City
Columbia
Tv 12
Mike Dougla
Somerset
Bewitched
Tattletales
Tronside
Mr. Rogers
Electric Co
Showti
Partridge Family
Merv Griffin
Price Right
Woman's World
Gomer
Sesame St
Sourpeasact
Three Stooges
Marcus Welby
David Janssen
Simon Applequist
Bradford Dillman
Jim Brown
Gene Hackman
Danny Kaye
England
John Derek
Cesar Romero
Mary Hartman
Maggie
Ironside
CBS
Barbara Harris
Joseph Bologna
Dustin Hoffman
Mia Farrow
John and Mary
ABC
Jack van Impe
Philadelphia
Felix
Jim Landry
CBS New
Cat Kres
Jonny Guest
Sanford & Son
Eddie's Fathe
Hollywood juAres
Young Restless
Alan Burke
Ktvi
Khga-tv
Hannibal
Ktvo Ottumwa
Komuty Columbia
Kmox-tv
Kete-tv
Kid-tv
Weem-tv
Quincy
Family Feud
Mickey Moor
Pyramid
Lone Ranger
One Life
Showtime
Guiding Light
Doctors
All In Family
Other World
Hospital
Edge of Night
Mike Douglas
Flintstones
Te Uss
Sesame St. Weatherscan
Hollywood
Newsea
Spencer Tracy
Robert Wagner
Alaska
Robert Ryan
Jan Sterling
CBS Movie
Metropolis
Visionaries
Lancer
Wall Street
Rockford
Mexico Ledger
Washington St
Audrain
APO
EsBank of
Jeredin
Pat
EAE
Fainna Aa Niebe Ee Pes
Datsun
Capri
Carolco
Westesas Mexico
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