Editorial argues Meany and unions hold too much power
The piece warns George Meany and AFL-CIO wield excessive influence over politicians and the White House. It condemns Labor Reform Act of 1977 HR 8410 as a power grab to bolster union leaders and lobbying money, urging the Senate to oppose the measure.
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Afl-Cio
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Plymouth Rock
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End Of Day Prayer For Laborers And Faith
A devotional verse petitions divine patience for laborers to remain steadfast in faith. The text emphasizes speaking words to others regardless of their receptiveness and closes with an Amen.
Opposing View on Columbus Day Holiday
Monroe County Mo. appeal notes October 10 was a national holiday with many closures and disrupted business. It argues Columbus Day has no solid historical justification and that few observe it for its intended meaning, citing writers who say Columbus did not discover America.
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Columbus
America
Caribbean
Europe
Advise On Buying Wood In New Haven Missouri
The Office of Consumer Affairs in Washington warns wood buyers to purchase by the cord rather than terms like face cord or legal cord, which can misrepresent volume. A traditional cord equals 128 cubic feet, while face cords vary and often total less wood for the price. Buyers should seek approximate cords unstacked at a fair price, noting stacking today can be mixed and labor costs affect measurements.
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New Haven
Millens
Office of Consumer Affairs
Washington
OCA
Obscene calls prompt silent approach in Ann Landers reply
A reader asks how to handle repeated late night obscene calls. Ann Landers recommends remaining silent and avoiding emotional response, and advises contacting police and the telephone company if threats occur. The page also notes a reader poem and a self help booklet promotion.
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Ann Landers
Ann
P.O
Chicago
Illinois
Dear Dr Thosteson Hepburn Gazette Health Q A
Granddaughter pulled out about half her lashes seven months ago and they may not regrow soon. Growth could come slowly, possibly years, and protective care or clear lenses may help. Lash regrowth is not guaranteed, but examples exist. A pediatric-eye approach advised.
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Dr. Thosteson
TV Tonight Listings Mixed With Channel Reviews
Erroneous entries due to unreported changes list guest hosts on Merv Griffin and other talk shows. A hunger telethon runs three hours from 7 PM, with J. Bishop, Dick Clark, and the Spinners among guests. Channel airings include annual reviews of the year for St Louis and a long slate of classic shows, films, and news alerts across multiple stations and time slots.
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Merv Griffin
Dick Clark
the Spinners
St. Louis
James
Friday Ledgerland Station Listings and Highlights
College football opens its last stand at 1 p.m. on 2,3 and 17 with the Blue-Gray all star game featuring Missouri quarterback Pete Woods. At 8 p.m. the Gator Bowl pairs Pittsburgh and Clemson. Arnold Schwarzenegger appears on the Merv Griffin Show at 4 p.m. Donny and Marie host Robert Young Nell Sedaka and Paul Lynde at 7 p.m. on channels 2,3 and 17. Weather and financial segments follow amid a dense daily schedule of soap operas, game shows, movies, and local newscasts.
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Marie
Robert Young
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Ed McMahon Plans Goin Home TV Venture in New Year
AP reports Ed McMahon, longtime Tonight announcer, will pilot a half hour syndicated show Goin Home in which he accompanies stars to their hometowns. The pilot with Roy Clark debuts in January in about 60 cities.
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Meherrin
McMahon
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Allee Cooper
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NBC
Tonight
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Johnny
Lowell
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Mexico to Centralia trip recalled by Henry Ford pilot
A 1927 note recalls Henry Ford flying through Mexico in an early Model A with Fred A. Morris from Mexico to Centralia. The item ties Ford’s early travel to a public memory and mentions contemporaries from Mexico.
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Sam M. Locke
Henry Ford
Mexico
Fred A. Morris
Centralia
Kenneth Gooch
Kroger
Mexico Ledger Subscription Rates and Hours
The Mexico Ledger lists pricing for various subscription zones including Mexico and trade area towns at 3.00 per month or 33.00 per year, Audrain and adjoining counties 20 per year, with shorter terms and out of state at 29 per year. Office hours are 7:40 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:30 to 1:00 on Saturday.
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