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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1973
Page
2
The piece questions the Watergate arrest saga, noting uncertain motives and the possibility of framing. It criticizes the trial’s disclosure levels, ponders light or suspended sentences, and hopes for a future inquiry to reveal the real truth behind the intelligence operation.
A religious reflection cites Romans 8:31 to affirm that with God on our side no adversary can prevail. It proclaims righteousness faces many foes, yet ultimate triumph rests with the divine.
Reader Wilfred E Ward appeals for an end to obscene and profane telephone harassment affecting a local family. He questions whether the caller acts out of hostility or a need for counseling and urges the community to seek proper aid to restore normal behavior.
The February 1 1973 issue of the Mexico Missouri Ledger reports local news and events from the previous day. Highlights include community notices, upcoming gatherings, and brief items on town affairs, with standard reporting style typical of a mid century rural paper.
A 16 year old ran away for five months, returning disoriented and in love with a 26 year old divorced alcoholic. Parents worry legality of support until 18. Ann Landers advises psychiatric counseling and seeking a lawyer, noting legal steps exist but focusing on welfare. The column also reflects views on divorce reform, independence, and moral guidance.
Column by Dr. Thosteson explains ileostomy versus colostomy, conditions prompting ostomy, and permanence. It covers amebiasis as a colitis cause, mole warning signs and removal options, plus note about the colitis booklet for readers and general Q A practices.
Audrain Hospital reports Jerry Pickett 16 treated for basketball knee injury and Frederick Thompson 14 dismissed after gym class injury. Harry Kehl recovering well after major surgery. Mrs. D T Moore elected president of Mexico Council of United Church Women. Also notes Walter Ferguson retires from GM and visitors from Fort Sill audience. Birthday party for Billy Torreyson at Liberty Theatre.
A sequence of broadcast call letters and city names is presented. Items include Ktvi and Ktvo tied to St. Louis Ottumwa and Jeff City, with Kmox ty St. Louis Ksd ty St. Lous and Kebj tv Columba. The list also cites Kpir St. Louis and Kreg tv Jeff City.
A dense guide lists programs across channels with: The Waltons at 7, Flip Wilson with Ray Charles and Phyllis Diller at 7, social security tax debate on channel 9, NBA basketball Warriors vs Kings at 7:30 on channel 11, Kung Fu at 8 on channels 2 3 17, and specials like LBJ: The Last Interview at 9 on channels 4 7 13. Also notes movies, news, and weather with multiple listings and time stamps across many stations.
Friday Ledgerland listings show Shakespearean comedy retitled as a prewar American town drama in a three hour Broadway staged production. Also schedule highlights Room 222 and other series with Bobby Darin Guests Flip Wilson Petula Clark and Cavett In Concert with 24 Hours.
CBS will broadcast two journalistic coups tonight featuring President Nguyen Van Thieu of South Vietnam and presidential adviser Henry Kissinger. Kissinger's interview at the White House will air 9 to 10 p.m. EST and Thieu's from 11:30 p.m. to midnight EST, with dialogue on Vietnam cease-fire events and political prospects.
Community members Ralph Ward LeRoy Beatty John McDonald Larry Roberts Sidney Staples and several area residents celebrate birthdays this coming Saturday. Honorees include Mrs Lena Smith Mrs M A Gibson Mrs Jessie Junior Jennings Mrs C W Wilson Mrs Joyce Barrett Regle Buresh Mrs Joyce Martin and James Riley Nunnelly in a neighborhood greeting.
Daily newspaper published at 300 N. Washington St Mexico Mo except Sundays and holidays. Single copy 10 cents. Carrier in Mexico and nearby towns 2.00 per month. Mail rates by region include Audrain and adjoining counties 16 per year 10 for six months 7 for three months. Other Missouri counties 22 per year 15 for six months 9.75 for three months. Out of state 25 per year 15.75 for six months 12 for three months. Armed forces subscriptions 1.29 per month. Office hours 8 to 5:30 Monday to Friday 8 to 3 Saturday.
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