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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1970
Page
3
The editorial argues nations are defined by people not places and warn that self-destruction seeds exist in America due to poor leadership. It stresses the need for strong leaders and cautions against harshly discrediting great figures like George Washington, noting outsiders’ critiques may threaten national stability.
A devotional excerpt notes Jesus declaring that birth anew is essential to see God’s kingdom. It claims God offers new life to all who come to Him, making them eligible citizens of the kingdom.
A historical Bureau bulletin outlines the dangers of geometric progression schemes used by promoters to lure investors. It uses a doubling wage example over 30 days to show explosive hypothetical returns, then cautions that such math tricks drain gullible participants while enriching the schemer.
Readers ask about aging, thyroid health, diverticulosis, and vitamin B-12 use. Questions cover whether B-12 tablets help a thyroid issue, dangers of daily alcohol, and keeping active. Responses advise seeking medical guidance, discuss varicose vein relief with stockings, and warn against chain letters about health schemes.
A Mexico area column notes livestock market prices for corn wheat oats and red top hay, and reports Audrain County tax plans set to keep levy at 40 to fund county services. It also mentions the Mexico Saying's Bank petition being debated, local enlistments for the air force, and a charity tag drive. The item includes past financial notes and a human interest snippet about a family arriving from Illinois in a wagon.
Sunday wishes go out to Bernard Gingrich Mrs. Lee Huffman Jean Mackey Chris ty Blum Jesse Curry Glenn M Barnes Karla Kay Baker Madge Doerge Charles R Dun can Buell Bolton Maurice N Barnes Clifford Williams Jr Bradile David Carl F Gound from Quincy IM celebrating their special day with friends and family.
Front page brief notes four rage incidents reported in Mexico Missouri on Friday August 14 1970 noting local reactions and police activity. Authorities investigated disturbances, with no further details available in the accessible text.
A reader laments torn articles and misplaced clippings from Ann Landers. The exchange deflects blame, urging readers to leave papers intact for others and likening acts to a $33 loss, with references to shopping and misfiled items across cities.
A dense stream of TV guide notes lists football at 7 30 p m and various films and shows across Channels 2 3 4 5 7 8 10 13. It mentions departures such as Confessions of a Spy and Nine Hours to Rama with schedules for movies news and sports plus PGA golf and college football underlining a busy night in local listings.
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