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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1975
Page
2
A mother and teenage girl recount shoplifting incidents during Christmas. A store clerk and police confront them as the editorial argues that shoplifting is theft and condemns stealing during the holidays. The piece frames theft as a moral wrong and urges readers to avoid stealing despite temptations.
A brief religious reflection notes that Jesus must rise again and that belief offers a new life and fresh start for believers. It cites John 29:9 to support the resurrection as the path to renewal and salvation.
Eighth grade students defend leg hold traps and oppose HR66 to ban conibear traps. They argue trapping sustains Missouri livelihoods, warn coyotes threaten farmers, and urge contacting Rep. Sullivan and Rep. Symington. They request humane trap rules and note 24 hour checks under Missouri Conservation Association.
In Monroe County last week two days of gun fire left around a thousand guns in fields and woods using high velocity ammo. No injuries occurred though 693 deer were killed in two days. The writer notes vast numbers of guns resemble an army and compares to Missouri’s counts.
A reader reports multiple cats missing in their block with neighbors also noting disappearances. A couple witnessed two men grabbing cats into a car, one man threatening with a gun in the trunk. The writer urges police awareness and action to stop pet thefts. Birthday notices and dated Bicentennial footnote follow.
Readers debate sexual openness and responsibility with Ann Landers. A caller questions dominance in relationships, another asks about a public figure with a similar name to her husband, and a teen seeks guidance after divorce. The column promotes a drug booklet and contact for ordering.
A reader asks about male fertility readings 80 million sperm with 30 percent motility and if conception is possible. Dr Thosteson notes normal count, low motility may reduce odds. thyroid issues and other physical barriers are possible. suggests medical follow up and timing intercourse near ovulation, potential artificial insemination. The column also explains regional ileitis risk, coated tongue misunderstanding, lack of sweating causes, and diabetes insipidus rarity in older adults.
Yesterday in Mexico on December 8 1964 A A Skinner longtime Audrain County Fair board member was chosen president at a board meeting succeeding Harold Quinlan. The brief item notes Skinner’s succession and context within the local fair governance.
A messy schedule notes programs across channels including Weather Channel features at 5:45 a.m. and 12:30 a.m., Bonny Raitt Wolf Trap, Elvis Clambake, Denver Broncos at Raiders, and various classic films from Dracula's Castle to The Maltese Falcon. It mentions The Tomorrow Show and Tonight with Johnny Carson style segments, plus a Bryan home visit in Lincoln.
Readers see a dense schedule of Channel 4 7 11 and other stations with films cartoons news and talk shows. Highlights include The Day After Tomorrow at 4 00 p m Santa Claus Is Coming To Town at 7 00 p m and The Night Before Christmas at 7 30 p m with M A S H 4077 and Ascent of Man also on the slate.
AP television writer Jay Sharbutt questions if viewers truly listen to TV. The piece cites misheard lines in ads and shows and notes listeners often miss subtle word choices and misstatements during broadcasts and sporting events.
Mexico Ledger lists daily publication details with pricing by mail and carrier. It states 300 N Washington St Mexico MO 65265, second class postage, and subscription rates for various regions. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday.
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