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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1974
Page
2
An editorial argues a looming recession may follow inflation driven by higher wages and rising prices. It urges prudent spending and saving, production gains, and responsible government action to protect the unemployed and elderly, noting experts predict but cannot know for sure.
Reflection on I Corinthians 3 23 and the idea that all are included in God’s plan. Emphasizes Christ as central to God and creation and invites spiritual consideration of universal inclusion.
Dear Ann Landers prints reader questions on household disputes love and family. A mother’s note on a missing toilet seat prompts advice. a daughter laments parental expectations and independence. a secretary seeks romantic tips about a superior. the column suggests boundary setting and provides a booklet offer.
Reader with 36 years of thyroid medication seeks guidance. Dr Thosteson notes a thyroid test during medicated use may not reveal if continued treatment is needed. He suggests a 60 day off-medication trial followed by testing to assess true need. He warns of psychological dependence and considers weight and other causes of fatigue.
The Missouri Supreme Court overturned parts of the 1974 statute lowering the age of majority to 18 for most matters, creating legal uncertainty. Debates split into whether pre decision contracts remain binding or are void, with calls for prompt legislative action to avoid a muddled age of majority.
Wednesday birthday notices honor Frank Atkinson Howard Peck John T Duck worth Mrs Ruby Kemp Mrs Everett Torreyson Tinna Lee Antrim Dawn Dodd Larry Robinett and mark today as Julie Harris age 49 and Maggie Smith age 40, reflecting local society pages and film stars.
Fragmented channel guide lists multiple station call signs and cities such as St. Louis Hannibal Ottumwa Columbia Jefferson City and Quincy with inconsistent numbers and parenthetical notes. It mentions See Tv weather advisories and unreported changes by stations, indicating unreliable local listings.
Festus teams with an old hermit at 7:00 p.m. Gunsmoke airs on channels 4 7 13. Special Wild Places hosted by Paul Newman Joanne Woodward at 7:00 on 5 8 10. Cuba The People documentary at 7:00 on 9. NFL Football Bengals Dolphins at 8:00 from Miami. NBC Movie The African Queen 1951 with Bogart Hepburn at 8:00 on 5 8 10.
TV schedule notes a busy evening with Alistair Cooke's America at 7 p.m. on Channel 9 and a Civil War themed Red Badge of Courage film at 10 p.m. on NBC. Also listed are Betrayal with Amanda Blake on ABC, plus a slate of daytime and late night programs, movies, debates, and game shows across networks NBC ABC and CBS.
Yesterday In Mexico activity covers five county mayors and governor elect Hearnes dedicating Highway 54 with a luncheon at Hoxsey Hotel. Nursing student Carolyn Allemann named to Sigma Theta Tau. MU nursing student. Older items note Estil Atkins joining city council in 1954 and Teen Town president Bob Denny.
Lloyd Bridges and son Beau co star in CBS special The Whirlwind a dramatization of Benjamin Franklin Beau in younger Franklin years and Lloyd in later years. Bridges says he never pushed acting on his sons preferring to let them choose their path while loving the craft himself.
Mexico Cedger notes publication daily except Sundays and holidays at 300 N Washington St Mexico MO 65265. Pricing includes single copy 15 cents, mail rates by region from $20 per year to $29 out of state, and military member rate $1.50 per month. Office hours listed.
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