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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1977
Page
2
Editorial lauds Audrain County Historical Society as the nation’s largest, with over 1,100 members and a premier museum including the American Saddle Horse Museum. Secretary of State James Kirkpatrick praised the society, presenting two historic documents and stressing record keeping as key to Missouri’s future.
A brief prayer-like reflection urges youths to bear God's yoke and serve, seeking life’s highest good through devotion and obedience. The message emphasizes spiritual discipline and lifelong faith.
The Ill Farm Forum surveyed 1176 readers across rural America finding financial pressure cited as the greatest threat to family life by the majority. Most respondents believe government aims threaten one farm families, yet a strong majority would choose farming again if given the chance.
Sunday greetings extend to Mrs. C. H. Brown J Frank Atkinson Howard Peck Ruby Ann Smith John T. Duckworth Mrs. Ruby Kemp Mrs. Everett Torreyson Tinna Lee Antrim Dawn Dodd Larry Robinett Stacey Cope and Mrs. Glendene Lehnen wishing them a joyful day in Centralia Martinsburg and Wellsville with candles and well wishes.
Daily newspaper published at 300 N Washington St Mexico Mo details monthly and annual subscription prices by region including in state and out of state rates. Also lists mailing options and office hours from 7 30 a m to 5 30 p m weekdays and 7 30 to 2 00 p m Saturday.
Readers share personal stories of motherly abuse and social awkwardness. Ann advises seeking counseling for buried anger and self image guidance, while offering resources and coping tips for shyness and dating anxiety.
Reader questions Dr Thosteson on why pubic hair exists, its role in protection and odor, and whether shaving affects infection risk. The doctor says hair protects skin in the genital area, armpits, and trunk, traps odor-causing secretions, and notes infection risk from razor nicks. recommends clipping and regular cleansing.
Yesterday in Mexico and other dates recount local commerce, sports trades, and civic life. Model A prices, W N Silliman garage changes, Ragsdale store closing, Truman plans, hospital anniversary honors, and city council notes merge with weather and safety alerts across decades.
TV slate lists ABC movies It Happened At Lake Wood Manor and The Four Musketeers airing at 8:00 on multiple dates. Firing Line features Marcos interview at 9:00, with a mix of newscasts, comedies, and dramas through the evening including The Twilight Zone and Adam 12.
A dense schedule lists football doubleheader topics on channels 2 and 3 at 11:30 a.m., Hugh Downs and Dick Cavett programs in afternoon hours, classic film lineups with Ronald Reagan and Desi Arnaz Jr., and live sports including mixed team golf, weightlifting, and wrestling. NBC and CBS movies and variety segments fill remaining slots with multiple guest appearances and enduring children's programs throughout the day.
A dense radio and TV schedule fragment lists Eternal Light at 10:30 am on Channel 6 about Hanukkah origins, a Public Policy Forum at 11:30 on debates the US Navy, and NFL pregame shows with multiple games noon to 3 pm. It notes Dramas and movies including Captains Courageous, The Gathering, and The Champ among many other programs and times.
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