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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1973
Page
2
A reflection on Freedom as the second gift after God, stressing Freedom to Worship, Expression, and Speech. Citing Robert A Brown and Roosevelt, the piece argues that equal rights require a free press and informed citizenry, warning that democracy hinges on interdependent freedoms.
A reflective note cites Genesis 3 4 about giants in the earth and fears magnified by memory. It argues memory magnifies danger while faith and God's help empower triumph over such giants.
Reports from Mexico and surrounding areas include two students pledging fraternities at Northeast Missouri State Teachers College, three pledges across Sigma Tau Gamma and Alpha Kappa Lambda. Hardin Junior High contributed four holiday baskets and 300 cans of food plus clothing for local families. The 43rd Dobyns Oratorical Contest at Westminster College crowned Robert Waters of Mexico. Also noted are plans for a Greenco Club officer slate at A P Green Fire Brick Co. and an upcoming wedding of Margarite Greer to Car Duncan. Annie Orton leaves Sunrise School for Paris after Christmas program. Local bank Farmers and Merchants Bank to open soon. Arthur Bond Jr. to return home for holidays.
Publication details list daily schedule except Sundays and holidays, price structure for subscriptions by mail across counties, and office hours. Rates cover Audrain and surrounding counties, in-state, and out-of-state options with monthly and yearly terms. Also notes armed forces pricing and mailing addresses in Mexico Missouri.
Sunday wishes go to Arthur Gibbs, David Rivers, Louis Graue, Mrs Earl DeHaven, EB, Winston Reed, Rich Adams, Larry Rose, Billy Gene Vanes, Beatrice Patterson, Karen Faye Williamson, Susan Ruth Tiller, James T Stevison Jr and Don Rummans. Also noting UN Secretary General Kurt Waldheim aged 55 and actress Jane Fonda aged 36.
A condensed selection from Ann Landers with reader letters about virginity, relationships, and social pressures. A 15 year old’s loss, a 20 year old’s second affair, friends who stay “holdouts,” and a neighbor’s son with mental retardation. Guidance offered on personal responsibility and a phone reply style message.
Dear readers recount eye drop side effects from glaucoma treatment, including blurred vision and headaches. Dr Thosteson advises telling doctors about adverse effects as most meds can cause symptoms but may fade with time. He explains WPW heart condition basics and cautions against unproven baldness cures.
The essay reviews a CBS comedy episode where Edith learns of a breast lump and fears cancer amid a Christmas special. It contrasts laughs from the show with serious drama and notes the humor in the visual gags while maintaining the program’s light tone.
TV listings show Fiesta Bowl Pittsburg versus Arizona State at 7:00 p.m. on Channel 17 and 9:30 p.m. on Channel 11. Hockey features St. Louis Blues at Flames, 7:00. Christmas With Oral Roberts includes Lennon sisters and Doc Severinsen at 7:00 on Z and 9:00 p.m. National Geographic 8:00 Life undersea capsule. CBS Movie The Chairman with Gregory Peck at 8:00 on channels 3,4,7,13 in repeat.
The page outlines tonight’s TV lineup with specials on dangerous missions inside China and a food industry feature on ABC at 9. It notes Johnny Carson Tonight with Orson Bean, Midnight Special hosted by Jose Feliciano and guests, various movie airings, game shows, sports events, and late-night talk shows across channels 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 13 with times spanning afternoon to after midnight.
Saturday Ledgerland station listings show NFC AFC playoff games on channels 4 7 13 at noon and 5 8 10 at 3 with pre game. 1973 Masters highlights tennis and a wide variety of films and series fill the day including Edith's Christmas story from All in the Family and James Lerner remarks on the show’s handling of cancer themes.
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