Tom Botts the Missouri track coach retires after 27 seasons
The Kansas City Star lauds Tom Botts for a career at the University of Missouri marked by winning and character. Botts emphasized disciplined training, individual growth, and a stern code, shaping athletes into fine citizens while remaining wary of entrenched systems.
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Enduring Truths From Romans On God’s Plan
A reflective note cites Romans 4 28. It affirms that all things work for good for those who love God and are called according to his purpose, though not always for immediate pleasure, but for eternal benefit.
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Open Forum Editor Letter on Draft Dodging and Patriotism
Mrs Mollie Paullus expresses strong agreement with editors calling out draft dodgers. She recounts writing to Washington only to hear from Hungate, emphasizes ancestral service in American wars, notes her son C B Jr served in the Marine Air Force in World War II, and praises the February 8 editorial.
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Treason talk on Nixon peace moves sparks debate
The Kansas City Times comments on Haldeman’s remark that critics of Nixon peace efforts are “consciously aiding and abetting the enemy.” It argues treason is narrowly defined by the Constitution and warns against branding political critics as treasonous while recognizing debate on foreign policy, faults, and accountability.
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Mexico Ledger Highlights: News Briefs and Local Updates
Local items from Mexico Missouri include community notices, school activity snippets, and brief notices on local events dated February 12, 1972. Details focus on residents, gatherings, and civic announcements within the Ledger’s Page A section.
Millionth hour marks safety milestone at Mexico division
Walter H Kiburz presents souvenir ashtrays to Robert Keeling and automotive department as Mill ionth hour achievement reaches 1 000 000 man hours with no lost time injury in 26 years. Automotive dept leads plant in safety. September carries potential 10 000 safe days without accident. 12 members total 285 years of service.
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Forrest Sampson
Richard Vance
Dear Ann Landers Advice Letters From Readers
A reader urges discreet reporting on suspected infidelity and moral guidance from Ann Landers. Letters discuss parental trust, emotional security in relationships, and counseling as a path to reconciliation, with responses offering cautious, nonjudgmental counsel and dating etiquette resources.
Sunday Channel Listings Mix of News and Classics
TV and radio listings for Sunday feature Camera Three at 7:30 a.m. on Channel 4 with Mohammedan ritual athletics of Iran and Enrique Granados music at 10:00 on 7. Nascent news programs include NYC Mayor Lindsay press briefing at noon on channels 5 8 and 10 and Jimmy Hoffa on Issues and Answers at 12:30 p.m. on channels 2 and 17. NBA Lakers meet Bullets at 1:00 on channels 3 and 17, Canadiens Bruins hockey at 1:00 on channels 4 7 and 13, and the Olympic Winter Games close with ceremonies and highlights at 2:00 on channels 5 8 and 10 for two hours. A Young People’s Concert at 3:30 on channels 4 7 and 13 features Liszt’s Faust Symphony with Bernstein conducting. Other features include Bob Hope Desert Classic golf wrap and a variety of morning and afternoon programs across multiple channels, with several movie and theater presentations and the debut of Masterpiece Theater at 8:00 on channel 9.
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Nightly TV Schedule Highlights and Film List
A dense listing outlines television and film programming with times, titles, genres, and stars. Notable entries include Victor Mature in a 1959 western, Charlton Heston in 1959 drama, Elizabeth Taylor in 1963, and a wide mix of genres from comedy to sports with extensive time blocks and channel references.
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Frank Sinatra
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One Meal a Day Diet Advice and Diaphragm Use
In letters to Dr Thosteson the adviser cautions against relying on one meal daily citing possible malnutrition, vitamin C gaps, and weight gain. He promotes caution, nutrition balance, and warns against unsupervised self meals. The second letter asks about diaphragm contraception noting it is effective when used properly and must be fitted by a physician.
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Help For Hypoglycemia Dr Thosteson Column
For Mail Subscribers Monday Tv On Page 9 readers are advised on recognizing low blood sugar and its symptoms. Dr Thosteson offers a booklet titled Help For Hypoglycemia and requests readers send a stamped self addressed envelope and 25c to cover printing and handling.
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Birthday greetings list for Middletown names
On Monday birthday wishes go to Youssef Fayad and a long group including Marie Sue Randy Sudbrook Clayton Snook Walter H Lowry and many others. On Tuesday greetings extend to Chester A Trotter Jr and a second group with Teresa Elaine Ford Joe E Adams Judy Fair and more.
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Valerie Cooper
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Local TV Station Channel Listings Include Major Markets
A scan of station call signs shows multiple channels serving St. Louis Ottumwa and nearby cities. Listings include KTVI KMOX TV KSD TV and KHQA TV KOMU TV KETC TV and KPL. Also noted are Jeff City Columbia and Hannibal area stations with various numbers and notes.
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Television Listings and Highlights for Tonight
Television schedule details programs across channels 2 to 17 including Paul Revere’s Ride at 11:30 on channels 4 7 13 and Elephant River at noon on 4 7 13. Basketball and Olympic coverage fill daytime hours with golf and movie slots later. CBS NBC ABC and local channels present a mix of sports films quizzes and documentaries with multiple time blocks and channel numbers.
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Elmwood Cemetery Assn elects three directors
The Elmwood Cemetery Association held its annual meeting on February 12 1952 to elect three one year directors L M Gamble vice president for the 21st year Jack Baker and W K Mason also named. Thompson’s W Thornton Scott filed February 12 1942 for re election as judge of the Audrain County Court western district.
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Mexico Ledger Subscription Rates and Hours
Mexico Ledger lists mailing rates by region and term lengths, with daily office hours and weekend schedule. Rates cover local, Audrain and adjoining counties, all Missouri counties, and out-of-state, plus military members.
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