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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1975
Page
2
The editorial urges Americans to believe in their country after testing ideas, citing Sam Ervin and Carlyle. It laments student cynicism and argues faith and courage are needed to meet past stresses, keep America as the best place to live, and act on American ideals.
A reflective verse compares tool to user and notes true achievement rests on exercised ability rather than vast potential. It cites Isaiah 10 15 to emphasize using talents over mere possessions. The saying urges practical effort and disciplined striving in life.
Kansas City Senator-elect Harry Wiggins pushes three measures to require open records and hearings for the Missouri Public Service Commission, seeking public access to investigations, safety reports, and agendas. The drive follows past refusals to disclose deliberations and trucked court fights, with Gov. Bond’s open government pledge under scrutiny. The plan would require hearings in service areas, open commission meetings, and advance notice of agendas to aid citizens and press in following rate decisions and other actions.
A reader exchange with Ann Landers shows fans praising her column while others mock or question her authority. Letters discuss marriage, labels, identity, funeral curiosity, consumer scams and advice requests, with Ann Landers guiding readers to practical steps and resources.
Dr Thosteson answers beets coloring stool and outlines safe activity after heart attack. He notes large beet intake can tint stool and explains toward normal color, warns bleeding persistence signals actual issues. He also addresses wine consumption and aging sexuality with practical cautions and offers a booklet on sinus trouble.
Erroneous listings appear from unreported station changes. The text maps channels in Missouri cities including St Louis and Columbia with times and call letters. A weather note indicates see Ty to review updates. report any corrections to local listings.
The schedule shows The Waltons at 7 on channels 4 7 13 about Ben's use of John Boy's car. Guests include Mac Davis at 7 on channel 5 with John Davidson Jimmie Walker and Olivia Newton-John on 10. Also The Way It Was on channel 9 covers the 1947 World Series Yankees vs Dodgers at 7 and 7:30. NHL Blues vs Scouts at 7:30 on channel 1. CBS Movie at 8 on 4 7 13 leads into a sequence of game shows and serials. late-night features include The Wild Bunch on 4 7 13 and a Waco western. news and various specials fill the rest of the night.
Friday listings note Chitty Chitty Bang Bang with Dick Van Dyke airing at 7:00 PM on channels 4 7 and 13 as a network repeat. ABA basketball Spirits versus Nets at Uniondale New York 7:00 PM on channel 11. Barbara Walters hosts discussion on female sexuality at 9:00 PM on channel 11.
Obituary notes Ralph W. Taylor Audrain County grain dealer and Martinsburg mayor dies at his Martinsburg home. His tenure highlighted by centennial town observance. Also mentions L A Pat Daugherty honored at Hotel Hoxsey farewell.
Public notice text from the Mexico Ledger includes postal, pricing, and distribution details for subscriptions, with rates by region and timeframes, plus office hours and a garbled closing line. The fragment contains no distinct events or individuals suitable for further detailing.
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