Would a medium security prison fit Mexico's future
Editorial weighs a proposed medium security prison in mid Missouri style for Mexico, noting 225 steady jobs and a $3 million annual payroll but warning the facility clashes with the city's identity. It cites Moberly's success with 250 jobs and no observed crime spike, argues for seeking other industries while acknowledging economic benefits.
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Enduring Good Deeds Will Bear Fruit In Time
Quoted Ecclesiastes verse notes that casting bread upon waters yields return after many days. The reflection asserts that good deeds are not wasted and will enrich lives in God’s own timing.
First Baptist preacher preaches Sunday in Houston
The Rev Frank Park of Houston Texas announced he would deliver his first sermon as pastor of the First Baptist Church in May The announcement followed recent selection. Mrs Donald Burwell named Outstanding Young Woman of Wellsville for the year at a Jaycee Ettes tea. John R Hopkins Jr Mexico High School senior to receive naval cadetship from Congressman Clarence Cannon. Howard Reed of Reed Electric Co presented Audrain Hospital with a ceiling surgical light. Fred A Morris reappointed county highway commissioner for four-year term. Mr and Mrs WN Boatman celebrate 65th wedding anniversary.
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Ann Landers Letters Column Commentary on Youth Behavior
A reader defends an upset parent’s view of today’s children, recounting stories of a streaking 10 year old and a loud neighbor. Ann Landers replies that the blame lies with parents, not kids, and offers guidance on wedding guest lists and school bus etiquette, ending with a note on alcoholism resources.
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Magnesium use and daily needs in human health
Magnesium is a trace element essential for health and present in every tissue. Daily requirement is about 200 to 300 mg, with typical diets yielding 250 to 500 mg. supplements are usually unnecessary and overuse can cause diarrhea or be wasteful. Only use when a deficiency is diagnosed.
Hair loss and urinary concerns discussed by Dr Thosteson
Reader questions on magnesium need and nervousness relate to urinary frequency and possible infection. A male 27 asks if poor circulation causes hair loss. advice points to scalp massage, likely hereditary male pattern baldness, and references a booklet on nail care with offer to write to Dr Thosteson in Elgin Illinois.
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Birthday wishes for local residents on Friday
Greetings Friday celebration for Vicki Lea Whalen Beth Payne Naomi White Kimberly Forrest Mrs Howard Powell James Kropf Marcia Ann Smithey and Bill Standefer with cake and candles. Notes mention committee foodie Radboud a bog as readable fragment in the text.
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Television listings highlight and schedule notes
Channel guides list KT TV stations in St. Louis and Ottumwa. Tonight NBC updates at 3 PM. The Mike Douglas Show features Joan Rivers Steve Allen and Ann Landers. Phyllis Snyder discusses alcoholism on Action Line at 6 30 PM. Evening lineup includes Mr. Rogers Reed Farrell Mike Douglas and Gambit among others with multiple network programs and movies across channels 2 3 4 5.
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TV Tonight Schedule Highlights Across Cities
Local listings present a wall of programs with Tonight Show host Tom Snyder reporting tween segments Shari Lewis appearing on Tony Orlando and Dawn at 7 on multiple channels Phyllis Dilfer’s 102nd birthday celebration features Peter Lawford Steve Allen and Rich Little A slate of classic films includes Flame of the Islands The Three Stooges Go Around the World In A Daze Days of Glory The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer The Stranger Within Gunn and Escapade In Japan South of St. Louis among others Station lineups include Wagon Train Zoo Gang Mannix Ironside and The Untouchables with late night news and sports blocks listed across ABC CBS and local outlets.
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Thursday Ledgerland Station Listings and Highlights
TV and film listings mixed with local programs. Linda Lovelace guest on Reed Farrell, Mike Douglas Show features Rivers, Bixby, Sedaka, Dawson and Kuda Box. High school talk on capital punishment and bail. Ben Vereen to headline NBC four week run with Lola Falana and Arte Johnson. Contests unite Troy Alabama Bainbridge Georgia Mariana Florida in Almost Anything Goes. Peter Lawford hosts unauthorized Hughes biography. Movie schedule includes The Bachelor and the Bobby Soxer and many classic titles. weather and daytime lineups listed.
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Superdome cannot show live Saints games on large screens
New Orleans Superdome plans for giant televised action fail as NFL bans live stadium only telecasts. Stadium will air instant replays and commercials during Saints home games, with talks ongoing on future approval and rights. no live action shown this season.
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Wextco Ledger Subscription Rates and Details
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