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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1974
Page
2
The American farmer outproduces globally and feeds hundreds of millions beyond domestic needs. Surplus years gave way to marketing challenges as world demand rises. Soybean prices swing while costs climb, shifting success from production to marketing, yet public understanding remains limited.
A devotional plea quoting Luke 18 13 asks for mercy for the speaker and for help to spread mercy to others. The speaker envisions a cloud of witnesses guiding the world toward peace and brotherhood.
A reader questions party lists and urges constitutional fidelity in politics. The letter discusses McGovern supporters, bureaucracy, and liberty, arguing the U S Constitution should guide government and criticizing federal overreach. The writer vents frustration with bureaucracy and contemplates revolution or reform through constitutional adherence.
A reader letters column discusses a teen shower issue, latent homosexuality, and seeking help. Other notes cover a mama's boy fiancé and a wife managing finances, with Ann Landers advising on respect, boundaries, and practical choices amid family dynamics.
In a health Q A column, Dr. Thosteson explains angina pectoris is a warning sign of inadequate heart oxygen supply rather than a disease itself. He notes risks rise with high blood pressure and that prognosis varies by case, urging medical guidance and his booklet on angina.
In a pointed message from Laurel Mississippi Dr Paul Williamson urges action against bureaucratic overreach saying the nation must decide between firing bureaus and preserving the republic or accepting enslavement by officials He frames the choice as a fundamental test of American democracy and asks for decisive reform.
Yesterday In Mexico notes Linda Haerer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Haerer, returned from a six and a half week People-to-People European tour. She will be a senior at the University of Missouri at Columbia.
Birthday wishes go to Edith Morris West Larry Davis Dr H F O'Brien Garry and Larry Adams Shirley Ann Hayes Mrs Nick Kirchner Anita Staehle Myrtle Cobb Mrs Homer Owens of Auxvasse Michael Burdick Fern Wehlewald and Ercie Bonaparte Today Gene Kelly is 62 Tex Williams 57
The Mexico Ledger lists publication info including daily schedule except Sundays and holidays, office address at 300 N Washington St, Mexico Missouri 65265, and postal rates. It outlines subscription prices by method and region with monthly and yearly options, plus office hours for weekdays and Saturdays.
A fragmented list shows many station call letters and city pairs such as Ktvi St. Louis, Khgu Ty Hannibal, Kpl St. Louis, Ktvo Ottumwa and Komu Ty Columbia, Kreg Ty Jeff City, Kmox Ty St. Louis, Kete Ty St. Louis, Kebj Ty Columbia, Ksd TV St. Louis, Weem Ty Quincy and notes on associated channels and minor timing.
TV guide style entry noting Kelly Garrett Sharalee and Chuck Woolery with guests Bobby Wommack and DeFranco Family, Vincent Price Horror Hall of Fame special, Midnight Special with David Bowie and the Troggs, plus a dense slate of movies shows and late night programs across channels 2 3 4 5 7 9 11 13 and 17 with various air times and titles listed.
The article outlines PBS planning for the 1974 75 season beginning October 6 later than network premieres. It notes PBS aims for continuity with new shows while recognizing limited audience interest in some programs. Stations contribute over 60 percent of costs, totaling about 4 million dollars.
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