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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1977
Page
2
The editorial argues against pardoning draft dodgers and deserters, asserting that honorable service remains superior to perceived dishonor. It warns pardons would withhold notification of injuries and deaths from veterans families and asks who will defend the country if serving becomes optional moral choice.
A reflective note urges humility for all, from everyday insight to scientific work, warning that pride can lead to downfall. The message cites Proverbs and cautions that assumed knowledge undermines progress, promoting a measured approach to inquiry and growth.
The Columbia Daily Tribune reports that Callaway County collected taxes in 1975, with Wayne Blair earning 57,672.56 in fees while expenses and staff costs reduced his net, highlighting the flawed Missouri fee system for third and fourth class counties. The column argues for abolishing the fee system in favor of stable salaries aligned with duties and regional differences.
Ann Landers highlights a 1076 Christmas letter from Bruce and Rose Bliven aged 87 and 40 years married. They joke about aging, memory, and humor about gifts and routines. The column references their note on aging, marriage, and a drug booklet offer with a mailing address.
Dr Thosteson asks if fasting is dangerous for heart patients and how it affects the body. The exchange notes chemical changes from restricted nutrients can cause acidosis, uric acid buildup, weakness, and vitamin deficits. Fasting is not a cure all for heart illness, and extreme carbohydrate restriction can backfire.
A large Windsor ceremony honored Gail Gray, a lifelong resident with intellectual disability, as police served as pallbearers and local merchants closed. The 48 year old, described as always helping others and loved by 3000 residents, collapsed from a heart attack while sweeping outside Merryfield Pharmacy. Twelve other details note his modest life, his dependents, and the community’s grief.
TV listings show Mike Douglas and George Kirby joined by Phyllis Diller Henry Youngman and Don Alan at 3 00 on 4. The Fans socialite on Happy Days at 7 00 on 2 3 17. CBS series debuts at 7 00 on 4 7 and 13 with arts business politics sports guests. A 7 00 9 documentary on Leonardo da Vinci Hawkeye and B J. M A S H fake birthday fight at 8 00 on 4 17 and 13. Clement Freud guest on Tonight Show at 10 30 on 6 6 and 10. Movies include Joryon Sings Again at 1 00 on 11 199 musical with Larry Parks, Crossfire 1975 crime drama 10 30 on 9 The Man in the White Suit 1951 comedy with Alec Guinness, Better a Widow 1968, Change of Mind 1969, Johnny Eager 1941.
A dense chronicle of broadcast lineups featuring Good Times at 7 00 and 4 7 13, Violence in America NBC specials at 7 00 on 6 8 10, Nova on Hitler's V2 rocket at 7 00 9, Baretta pursuing a narcotics agent at 10 23 17, and the Boston Symphony at 9 00 9. The guide also notes Tonight Show guests, various daytime programs, movies like The Deserter, and multiple local newscasts and weather plans across channels.
Five top American artists will record impressions of Jimmy Carter's inauguration. Andy Warhol Roy Lichtenstein Jacob Lawrence Robert Rauschenberg and Jamie Wyeth will create signed prints sold to raise funds. The set costs 2600 dollars and will be released in New York and other locations as part of the event coverage.
The debut of Who's Who blends People and 60 Minutes styles to probe whether CBS News can sustain high quality. Dan Rather leads a team with Barbara Howard and Charles Kuralt on a set featuring portraits of the news. Richard Burton and Leopold Stokowski pieces probe fame, talent, and the myth behind public figures.
Mexico Ledger lists nationwide Lash Box Magazine poll results with top songs including You Don’t Have To Be a Star by McCoo & Davis, You Make Me Feel Like Dancing by Leo Sayer, Tonight’s the Night by Rod Stewart, and Car Wash by Rose Royce. Postal rates and office hours noted.
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