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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1971
Page
2
W Leonard Evans, president of a Negro oriented Sunday paper, argues in a speech that black America is a growth industry with 24 million people and $34 billion in income. He cites a Harris poll, disputes white stereotypes, and urges joint effort by blacks and whites to improve ghetto poverty and defend American democracy.
A brief religious reflection notes that the Bible is full of trumpet calls and remains pertinent. It asserts that God favors men of action and encourages doing. The verse from Chronicles 22 16 serves as a motif for proactive faith.
Open Forum letter argues alcohol belongs at the table and in dining in restaurants, defending personal choice and opposing interference. Following, a Mexico Missouri reader questions a proposed one percent sales tax, noting potential harm to local trade, parking, and cross-town tensions.
Local items from Mexico Missouri as reported in the Tuesday February 24 1971 edition. Community events, notices, and brief court or civic updates reflect the day's municipal happenings and regional interests.
Greetings mark birthdays for Homer McCowan Howard Fairchild Howard Parker Roy Fredric Clark Helen Carol Sharp Rose Kelly Mrs C L Garcia Herman Lee McFarling Donna Kay Haerer Ransom Newman Christi Alewel Mrs C A Trotter Robert Pugh twins Mrs Noralean Harper Mrs Ollivean Harper Pamela Kay Whitaker shown in community notice.
A reader criticizes Ann Landers for supporting abortion on demand and a vasectomy for men over 35 after a man demanded abortion or divorce when his wife became pregnant. Landers defends abortion rights and asserts the wife’s wishes should prevail, noting strong backlash from readers.
Dr Thosteson explains diverticulosis and diverticulitis. A bland diet is no longer universal. a moderate roughage diet with fruits and vegetables reduces colon pressure. Avoid harsh residue like corn and seeds. drink ample water and use non irritant bulking agents if needed.
The Mexico Junior Chamber of Commerce reported a 20 to 6 vote in favor of legalized horse racing and a 22 to 3 split against the withholding plan on state income taxes. A straw poll also favored a curfew of 18 for youths. Also noted were a MU motel operations clinic and candidacy declarations in 1951 and housing plans, with a 1921 attic fire and a Liberty Theatre ad.
NBC profile of the Monday night pilot Sarge The Badge of the Cross shows Sarge Swanson as a central figure in a tormented twist on a proven formula. The piece notes pilots aim to prove potential for future series and outlines typical focus on core characters.
Publication details list daily except Sundays and holidays at 300 N Washington St Mexico Missouri with pricing for single copies and subscriptions by mail or carrier. Office hours shown as eight to five thirty weekdays and Saturday morning.
Unclear changes cause unreported shifts among St. Louis Hannibal Ottumwa Columbia Mexico and nearby markets. Stations KTVO KTVI KHQA KREG KOMU KSDT KPL WEATHER NEWS note inconsistent channel lineups amid unconfirmed updates.
Bill Cosby stars in his fourth special with sketches featuring the Brown Hornet and Wolfman aided by Burgess Meredith and others at 7 p.m. on channels 6 8 10. David Frost interviews Sophia Loren at 7:30 on 11. ABC Movie Longstreet airs at 7:30 on 2 3. Hue of the Cat NBC movie at 8 on 5 6 10. The Selling of the Pentagon CBS special at 9 on 4 7 13.
The TV listings highlight Jacques Cousteau’s The Dragons of Galapagos at 6:30 p.m. on Channels 2 and 3, with David Frost hosting Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong at 7:30, and Billy Graham Bible readings with Johnny Cash at 8:00 on Channel 3. The guide also previews a TV movie about a cop turned priest, starring George Kennedy, as part of a Thursday schedule featuring classic dramas and variety programs.
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