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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1975
Page
2
The piece argues Japan erred by freeing jailed terrorists under threat after a Kuala Lumpur siege. It warns terrorists worldwide may be emboldened when hostages or lives are sacrificed. The author urges resisting ransom and noting long term dangers of capitulation.
A reflective moral remark quotes Matthew 5 14 about being the light of the world and a city on a hill emphasizing careful speech and actions when all are aware.
Open Forum Editor thanks Clyde Shoup and Jane Laddonia for sharing Journey to News. Readers praise installments as interesting and informative, noting letters sent to relatives and plan to forward copies to a former St. Louis newspaperman touring Switzerland.
Excerpts discuss Sen Tom Eagleton and Ronald Reagan opposing public employee unionization citing right to strike and use of dues for political aims. Critics warn of a "private government" at the bargaining table with power to dictate policy. They compare public versus private sectors noting monopolies in government and risks to public welfare and schooling.
The letter column discusses acupuncture for arthritis with doctors notes finding no evidence of benefit, and shares readers’ struggles with pregnancy loss and therapy. It includes a teen drinking feature and urges sending 50 cents for Ann Landers pamphlets.
Letters discuss gastric nerve cutting to slow stomach activity aiding ulcers and emphasize lifestyle changes, especially abstaining from alcohol, plus a patient question about shingles and herpes zoster with doctor’s guidance. The exchange covers causes, immunity, and lack of cure, plus advice on menstruation bath temperatures.
Television channels and call signs for Missouri markets list station identifiers including KHGA Ty Hannibal KOMU TV Columbia KTVI St. Louis WEEM TV Quincy KELT TV St. Louis KREG TV Jeff City KE BJ TV Columbia and related channel mappings for region viewers.
TV grid includes NBC CBS ABC and local channels with highlights. Featured guests include Linda Lovelace on Reed Farrell at 9 a.m. and many prime time movies and shows across stations 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 13 17 with John Wayne The Cowboys on ABC and The Rockford Files on NBC.
NBC kicks off Ben Vereen’s four week comedy music series with Lola Falana and Liz Torres as co stars. Guest appearances include Artie Johnson and the Smothers Brothers. Vereen’s Bert Williams tribute and musical numbers anchor a first rate show despite a summer slot. NBC’s placement limits potential audience though the artful performances shine.
The Aug 7 1965 report details the five year plan culminating in the grand opening of Blackmore Recreation Lake covering 15 acres for water skiers. It notes the event as a climax for Mr and Mrs George Blackmore and includes nearby regional references and related events predating by decades.
Birthday greetings on Friday for Chester Williams. Also wishes on Saturday for Stephen Lynn Smith of Benton City Paul Woods Mrs Otis Barnes Karen Sue Whalen Ginger Pilliard Mrs Roy Wooten Ralph and Rita Hunn of Middletown J T Ferrier Everett Williams James Edward pasty and the twins.
The text states the Ledger in Mexico Missouri operates daily except Sundays and holidays at 300 N. Washington St. It lists postage and subscription rates by method and region, including local carriers and mail prices for Audrain and adjoining counties, other Missouri counties, and out-of-state, with military APO rates. Office hours noted as 8:00 am to 6:40 pm.
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