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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1973
Page
3
An analysis of inflation and shortages in America argues affluent consumption, restrained production, and price ceilings harmed investment. It notes worldwide growth and oil disruption predated shortages in goods from cotton to steel, urging politicians to expand industry capacity to restore supply and jobs.
A reflective note cites Matthew 10 39 and argues that living a dedicated life avoids self inflicted death yet may be used up. It asserts a surplus life is unhappy and that being good requires usefulness. The piece urges action over mere virtue.
A selection of Ann Landers letters on marriage, manners, and money. A friend marrying the wrong man discusses a secret affair and guidance. Also parents versus teens on etiquette, and a future bride warned about unpaid bills before tying the knot.
In a medical column, Dr Thosteson advises X-rays to find the cause of a left leg shortening likely in the hip area and suggests an orthopedist to identify the underlying issue. The piece also notes no established time limit on long-term birth control pill use and that periodic cessation lacks proof of benefit.
Letter to the Open Forum Editor critiques Ledger headlines on Nixon tax figures and argues the paper should reflect four years and a final year tax details. The writer defends factual reporting while noting public figures’ scrutiny and consistency in coverage.
The Mexico Ledger lists pricing for daily newspaper subscriptions by mail and carrier, with distinct rates for Audrain and adjoining counties, all Missouri counties, and out of state, plus a military APO rate. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
A brief compiled list shows channels and their associated call signs and cities: Ty Channels 7 Khyga TV Hannibal. Columbia 9 Kete TV. St Louis 10 Weem TV. Quincy 11 Kpl. St Louis 13 Kreg TV Jeff City 17 Keby TV Columbia with note 17 is 6 On See TV.
ABC matinee at 12 30 features My Secret Mother daughter seeks the woman who gave her away at six months Barbara Walters hosts Not For Women Only at 4 30 on 17 The Advocates debate Nixon impeachment at 7 00 on 9 Peanuts cartoon at 7 00 on 4 7 13 and a Flip Wilson lineup with guests Ed McMahon Leonard Nimoy Charlie Callas and Ronald Mingo at 7 06 on 5 8 10 Also three specific afternoon and prime time specials and films across multiple channels with specials like The Corporations CBS Reports and Tonight show listings
ABC Matinee at 12 30 features a tale of a writer seeking manuscripts from a jealous woman. Not For Women Only continues psychic phenomena review at 4 30. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer headlines an animated feature at 7 00 with The Waltons Homecoming furthered at 8 00. Evening lineups include I Love Lucy style game shows, news, and late movies across channels 2 3 4 5 7 8 11 with 1930s to 1950s classics and variety programs.
Tacoma's KTVW TV voluntarily ended post midnight broadcasts for the duration of a regional power shortage. FCC officials say no policy to reduce air hours exists now, though a study on broadcaster and receiver energy use is underway. Nielsen and EEI provide estimates on typical household TV energy use by color and black and white sets, with vacuum tube models drawing more power than solid state.
Mexico High School speech department presents The Boarding House Reach a three act comedy with Pat Foster as student director and a cast featuring Rod Green Larry Inlow Bonnie Owings Sharon Murray Ruthie Parsons Wayne McKenzie Joyce Meissert Linda Snow Larry Love Kay Le Count Bill Jolly Sue Levingston Charles Doerge Lynn Badaracco and Mike Utterback Forest Noel recalls two LBJ Ranch visits and a barbecue with Lyndon and Mrs Johnson Local residents new property purchases and community notices include V O Kakac moving to town and joining the church Elders of St Brendan elect Harold Quinlan grand knight First degree exemplification for the Moberly Knights of Columbus Also notes Dr Jolly buys Branchwood lot H H Brummall sells West Seventh Street home and the first tuberculosis seals arrive in Audrain County plus long time Sunday School attender Dave Owens and birthday greetings to many local residents.
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