Editorial endorsement quirks shape candidate fortunes
In a tongue in cheek discussion Si Colborn notes editors back different candidates and the limits of endorsements. The Ledger explains how editorials may support or attack, but no newspaper can elect or defeat a candidate, preserving democracy’s core: voter choice remains supreme.
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Si Colborn
Monroe County Appeal
Monroe City
Merrell
Madison Times
Sen. Southern
Ledger
The
End of Day Prayer Plea for Mercy
A religious reflection notes the publican in Luke 18 13 who beats his breast and asks God for mercy. It emphasizes humility before God leads to forgiveness and characterizes God as a just and loving Father.
Ann Landers Replies to Lincoln Sheep Tail Story
A reader submission contains an extended exchange with Ann Landers debating abortion laws and medical ethics. The letter cites Dr William Lynch testimony from Massachusetts court proceedings and includes a Lincoln anecdote and criticisms of back street abortion practices.
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Ann Landers
Abe Lincoln
Middlesex Superior Court
Cambridge
Mass
William A. Lynch
Boston
Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
William Lynch
Lynch
Television listings and highlights for tonight
A chaotic TV guide listing various programs across channels 4 7 13 with names like Happy Days Ironside Gilligan Show and Merv Griffin. Mentions movies plays and talk shows including Burns and Amsterdam Peter Carson Dick Cavett and Julie the Redlly good. Includes schedules with times 7 8 9 and late night 12 50 AM and notes on news weather and cartoons.
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Happy Days
Harry
Brown Dogs
Carlos Montoya
James
Helen Forrest
Merv Griffin
Operation Am
Baste
Helen Gurley Brown
Burns and
Asterdam
Joan Rivers
Jonny
Ramny Gown
Sinov
Allen
Velsion
Peter Carson
Henry
L Finch
Eva Bartok
Network
Alrerum
Goldiggers
Fennan- Tisket
Ironside’s
Sea
Michael Redgrave
Ad Ldo Lamas
Fairre-Rim
Tom Dayton
Venture
Julie the Redlly
Sgt
Dick Cavett
Pascale Petit
Fay Ie & News
Bnwitched
Ironside
Jim Rogers
Tom Jones
Hoganstealinga
Sidney Poitier
Dan Omas
Tycoon
Lane Jolson
Harry Davenport
Maxlete
Kieren Moore
Susan Hay
Mery Griffin
Ward
Monique van Boor
Herman’s Hermits
Charlie Chan
Bradys
Wax Museum
Sidney Toler
Gallin
Mrs. Muir
Chan
Dobie Gillis
Gomer
ABC News
Somerset
CBS News
NBC News
Dick van Dyke
Mike Douglas
Tom Kennedy
Tri States
One Life
Flying Nun
Get Smart
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Showtime
Consequences
Brady Bunch
Haze
Porter Wagoner
Bours
Hogan's
News Heroes
Weather
Name of Garm' Adv
Perry Mason
Local TV listings mix with new CBS Storefront Lawyers debut
The Friday page highlights CBS announcing Storefront Lawyers a Boston based legal drama about student lawyers aiding the poor. It notes ABC plans The Young Lawyers a Boston based series with young law students and social themes. Comparisons to The Defenders follow.
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Hollywood
CBS
ABC
Boston
Massachusetts
Coe
Los Angeles
Harold Gast
Gast
Lee J. Cobb
Red Skelton
Eddie
Anny Thomas
Gamma globulin explained for a child with immune deficiency
Dr Thosteson explains that gamma globulin helps raise blood protein levels to bolster infection resistance in babies lacking it. Some children later produce their own gamma globulin, so injections may last only until self production increases. duration varies by individual.
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George C. Thosteson
M.D
Thosteson
Kennedy
Five candidates named for Mexico High Homecoming Queen
Five Mexico High School seniors were announced as candidates for Homecoming Queen: Susan Schaubacher Caroline Courtney Dooley Kammarmeyer Lynn Fulkes and Gail Vic Monigle. The vote and celebration plan were discussed as the district prepared for fall events.
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Mexico High School
Susan Schaubacher
Caroline Courtney
Dooley Kammarmeyer
Lynn Fulkes
Gail Vic Monigle
Leaving Keys In Cars Cited By Ledger Editor
Open Forum levies a warning that car owners who leave keys in vehicles may be blamed when theft occurs. The writer argues moral blame shifts to owners, not thieves, and warns against laws targeting owners. The piece notes personal responsibility and calls for balanced public safety messaging.
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Ledger
John
Mexico Ledger Rage: August 20 1970
Mexico Missouri Ledger reports on events of Thursday August 20 1970 detailing local incidents and community news for readers. Name and place references indicate a focus on city affairs and regional updates for the period.
X ray treatment stops ovarian function, pregnancy blocked
The X ray treatment suppresses ovarian activity, effectively removing fertility as surgery would. As a result, pregnancy is not possible.
Birthday Wishes For Local Residents This Saturday
Happy birthday greetings extend to Tom Hagan John Gardner Wallace Witchie Jewel Campbell Margaret Humphrey Mrs Elsie McFarling Marie Burnett and Joe Ezell as they celebrate their days this coming Saturday in community notices.
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Tom Hagan
John Gardner
Wallace Witchie
Jewel Campbell
Margaret Humphrey
Elsie McFarling
Marie Burnett l
Joe Ezell
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