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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1974
Page
2
Voters backed a new park with a larger pool and amenities at the Fairgrounds but Missouri’s two thirds requirement for bond issues blocks approval. The speaker argues the law undermines democracy, noting it pits the will of a simple majority against a stricter threshold and calls for reform.
A short moral reflection cites Romans 13 14 urging followers to avoid satisfying fleshly desires. It contrasts sacred devotion with worldly hunger, warning that excessive craving for possessions starves the soul.
The writer argues there is no proven safe radiation level and that cancer risk rises with total exposure from natural, medical, and nuclear sources. He warns plutonium-239 as a key hazard, cites Dr Geesaman on lung cancer risk, and calls for policy change after highlighting long confinement needs and cumulative environmental impact.
The legal profession has suffered a loss of prestige from Watergate and related events. While few lawyers were directly involved in practice, many principals were lawyers. The ABA ethics committee says lawyers are subject to discipline for conduct in business and personal activities, regardless of role. State and local bars must punish offenders to restore public trust.
Reader letters reveal marital strain from a husband’s unlicensed haircuts for cash and goods, plus guidance on confronting the affair with a married lover. Ann Landers offers cautions about legal risk, family impact, and counseling, while a nurse weighs in with an alternative plan for handling the cheating scenario.
Letters discuss whether a $35 charge to complete an insurance claim form is legal and ethical. A physician’s office cites time spent and case detail. patients urged to consult the insurer or medical society grievance board. The second letter queries post prostate cancer treatment effects on sexual function, with a physician replying that treatment can cause impotence but is sometimes appropriate, and offers Dr Thosteson’s booklet.
Travelers Lynn Jesse and Sandy Hale left Mexico for San Antonio after visiting grandparents. James E. Wilson pre-enrolled at Missouri State Teachers College Kirksville. Mrs DesCombes completed NSF sponsored math program at Kirksville. Rosa Redwine returned from Indiana after Nemo Fair visit. Gary Ruffins and Hildebrands back from travels. T J Rodhouse and Elma Rodhouse visiting in Mexico.
Mexico Ledour lists publication details daily except Sundays and holidays at 300 N Washington St Mexico Mo 65265. Rates include single copy 15 cents and monthly, yearly, and out of state mail prices. Office hours are 8 to 5:30 weekdays and 8 to 3 Saturday.
Wednesday wishes go to D M Briscoe Ruby Allen Mrs Glen Perkins James L Boswell Emma Fountain William Rucker and Elroy Adams from the community in a friendly birthday notice highlighting local residents and neighbors.
The Pittsburgh Pirates meet the Reds live in Cincinnati on May 5, 8 and 10 at 7 00 PM. Also TV listings show Bill Cosby as guest host on the Merv Griffin Show with Lyle Waggoner Jo Anne Worley and Barbi Benton guests at 3 30 PM. The Carpetbaggers film airs at 8 00 PM starring George Peppard Carroll Baker and Alan Ladd.
TV schedule fragment lists host John Davidson on The Tonight Show and Tomorrow show topics, multiple movie airings including The Avengers and The Bridges at Toko-Ri, various local newscasts and programs, and weather notes with times across CBS NBC ABC and local channels.
A dense schedule page lists television and film programs across stations. Highlights include Hawaii Five-O episodes about child theft and an appearance by John Davidson with Sandy Duncan and Loretta Lynn. Nighttime guests feature James Stewart defending a case, plus Tom Snyder interviews with Dr. Alvin Poussaint and Dr. James Dobson. Weather forecasts, newscasts, and multiple movie titles fill the day.
Miami realtor Alan Minter, 34, stars in a pair of phone-in sports programs both called Superfan. On Winz radio and WPBT TV he debates fans, delivering brash, bar-room style remarks while claiming to be a knowledgeable but controversial observer.
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