The Great Men You Name Editorial Reevaluates Modern Greatness
The piece questions who counts as a great man today after naming Churchill and others of the past. It argues greatness remains possible despite an age of abundance and rapid change, urging that future figures will emerge to fill historic thrones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Winston Churchill
Hitler
Stalin
Roosevelt
Chiang
Mao
China
Beethoven
Mark Twain
Rembrandt
Andrew Wyeth
End of Day Faith Cites Lord as Strength
A religious message cites Habakkuk 3 19 urging trust in the Lord over nations relying on hydrogen bombs. The note emphasizes faith in God and His righteousness.
One-Plank Campaign in Missouri Governor Race
The St Louis Post-Dispatch argues Senator Earl Blackwell runs a one plank campaign proposing a referendum on all tax increases and veto power until adopted. It notes his past tax package, questions about revenue figures, and warns such policy could cripple fiscal responsibility and push Missouri backward under his leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Earl Blackwell
Hearnes
Blackwell
Hillsboro
Missouri
Dear Ann Landers Pot Versus Alcohol Question
A group asks how Ann Landers would answer when teenagers must choose between smoking pot or drinking alcohol. She opposes mind altering substances for teens and warns pot may be more harmful than liquor, noting lack of controlled studies. She urges privacy for breastfeeding in guests’ presence and cautions about blunt gossip about a friend’s nose job, advising tact and gracious responses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Landers
W.C
Maryjane
la Leche League
New York
Ann
New Rochelle
N.R
New Nose
Don’t Let Allergies and Nose Drops Cloud Night Breathing
A reader writes about persistent nasal congestion worse at night and asks Dr Thosteson for allergy guidance. The doctor suggests testing for allergen exposures, pillow material changes, and possible allergist referral. He warns against excessive nose-drop use due to rebound effects and temporary relief. In a separate note a reader seeks guidance on leg cramps and diverticulosis, with recommendations on exercises and requesting booklets for further help.
Re-elected officers and new appointments noted
Yesterday in Mexico Missouri legislative notice lists re elected officers of First National Building Corp Bradford Brett as president and Roger C Higgins named new vice president of operations and engineering for Missouri Cities Water Co H Higgins will remain Warrensburg manager also Carter Farmerettes Extension installs new officers led by President C M Rickard and Treasurer P Creasy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First National Building Corp
Bradford Brett
Larney Barnes
James F. Cooper
Cyrus C. Barnes
Ed Buckner
Emmett Dodson
John Erdel
C.G. Hocker
O. P. James
Finley Johnson
Elmer Magee
J. A. Martens
Russell Spurling
Tom Talley
L. J. Torrence
Roger C. Higgins
Warrensburg
Missouri Cities Water Co
R.N. Brown
Higgins
Chester Allen
Carter Farmerettes
C.M. Rickard
Lee McFarling
Roy Barnett
Mexico Rebekah
Otto Grossglauser
Harold Lipp
Homer Martin
Wallace Thompson
Addie Callon
C.H. Nichols
Ann Gilbert
Memphis
Tenn
Betty Dierking
Ann Harper
Gilbert
Lindenwood College
St. Charles
Horace Heidt
Birthday wishes to multiple honorees by name
Greetings mark a Thursday celebration for Mrs. Donald Dodson Earle J Moore Susan Cornett Ralph E Hudson Billy Early Mary Elliott Jeanette Fennessey and twins Robert James Baker and Sherry Jean Mackey with cake and candles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donald Dodson
Earle J. Moore
Susan Cornett
Ralph E. Hudson
Billy Early
Mary Elliott
Jeanette Fennessey
Robert and
James Baker
Sherry Jean Mackey
See TV Expands Channel 17 Service On Regular Dial
See TV expects to add Channel 17 Kebj Tv in Columbia to Mexico’s 12 channel lineup. No UHF antenna or tuner needed for customers. Channel 17 will appear on the regular SEE TV dial. Watch for installation announcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SEE TV
Kebj-Tv
Columbia
Mexico
TV holiday cartoons repeat with new Dickens tale
New York reports television’s holiday customs include yearly repeats like Santa Claus Is Coming to Town and Frosty the Snowman plus a fresh Christmas Carol project. ABC scores with Santa Claus reruns, CBS with Frosty, while ABC’s Chuck Jones plans a Dickens adaptation using Williams art and Leach drawings for a Dec 21 air.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
ABC
CBS
Frosty the Snowman
Charles Dickens
Christ
Chuck Jones
Richard Williams
John Leach
Jones
Sir Michael Redgrave
Alastair Sim
Scrooge
Williams
Tenniel
Alice
Local TV Station List From Mid Century Grid
A fragmented OCR list shows TV stations with call letters and cities: Kivi St Louis Ktvo Ottumwa Kmox-tv St Louis Kid-tv St Louis Khqa-tv Hannibal Komu-tv Columbia Weem-tv Quincy Kpl St Louis Kreg-tv Jeff City Kebj tv Columbia See Tv News See Tv Weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Ktvo
Ottumwa
Kmox-tv
Kid-tv
Khqa-tv
Hannibal
Komu-tv
Columbia
Weem-tv
Quincy
Kpl
Kreg-tv
Jeff City
Kebj
Television Listings Show Tonight's Prime Mix of Stars and Specials
TV guide notes Dest Arnaz Jr. as a terrified hero in Mod Squad at 6:30 on channels 2 317. Glen Campbell Kate 4 7 13 features the six wives of Henry VIII with Paul Lynde, plus holiday specials and songs. The Little Drummer Boy returns at 6:30 on 5 8 10, with Bing Crosby and guests. Movies include The Trackers with Sammy Davis and Ernest Borgnine on ABC at 7:30 on 2 3 17, and Project 20s Christ reading with Alexander Scourby at 9:00 on 5 8 10. Also coverage of Dick Cavett and David Frost, Marcus Welby M D, Perry Mason, and News/Sports across channels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dest Arnaz Jr
Mod Squad
Glen Campbell
Valaria Harper
Mary Tyler Moore
Rhoda
Henry VIII
Paul Lynde
Anne Murray
Greer Garson
Bing Crosby
Kathryn
Robert Goulet
Mary Costa
Sammy Davis
Ernest Borgnine
David Frost
Samuel Eliot Morrison
Jack Gilford
Karen Morrow
Andy Williams
Lenon Sisters
Michael Warren
Marcus Welby
Project 20
Alexander Scourby
Dick Cavett
Leslie Caron
Buddy Hackett
Virginia Field
Andy
Williams News
Peyton Place
Cannon
Welby
M.C
Merv Griffin
Perry Mason
Tri-States
Nashville
ABC News
Glen
CBS News
NBC News
Pettiicoat
Nowhere Child
Medical Center
St. Louis Blues
North Stars
Minnesota
Shirley
Hong Kong
Man and
Mannix
Smothers Brothers
Adella Davis
John Carson
Buddy Rich
David Reuben
Paul Williams
Wednesday TV Listings and Highlights From Ledgerland
A dense schedule shows Carol Burnett with Ken Berry and Dionne Warwick at 7 p.m. on channels 4 7 13, Sally Struthers with Eddie’s Father at 7 30 on channels 2 3 17, and NBC Mystery on 5 8 10. The page lists programs across dayparts including news, daytime talk, cartoons, game shows, movies, and late-night talk, with details on specific times, channels, and featured personalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carol Burnett
Ken Berry
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Thosteson
Ledger
William Keath
North Clark Avenue
Royal Arch Masons
Robert R. Wright
King
Edgert Miller
George Wharton
George Marshall
T.J. Kelso
William Vivian
R. W. Berrey
Democratic Senatorial Committee
Bowling Green
Jeanette Bragg
John Greg Gray
Merideth
K. R. Bragg
South
Jefferson Street
Cynthia Lowry
AP Television
Nanee’s
Hwy 54
Gomer
Dick Ford
Somerset
Mike Douglas
Elec. Co
Password
F. Troop
Santa
Phil Donahue
Tri-State
Daniel Boone
Flintstones
Jeff's Collie
Lucy
Ledgerland
Ley
Sesame St
Hal Barton
Other World
One Life
Troop
Gilligan
Pat O'Brien
Tyrone Power
Red Skelton
Dean Morgan
David Janssen
Lili Gentle
Dick van Dy
Johnny Mann
Bill Cosby
Ozark Opry
Nanny
Bewitched
Eddies
Smith Family
Blue’s Hockey
Shirleys World
Man & City
Night Gallery
The
Hawaii
Auto Club OF Missouri
Helen Wraith
Stocker & Feeder
Carl Zumwalt
Boone County
Bob Gratz
Cole County
Angus Heifers
Paul Cheavens & Sons
ED Buell
Angus
Marvin Fair
Audrain County
Merry
Bandy
Logan
Luther
Buddy
L.W
Columbia Livestock Auction
Columbia, Mo
Centralia
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