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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1973
Page
2
The piece argues Americans face scorn from Sweden and Australia as new governments reduce ties. It claims Sweden recalls ambassadors and Australia rejects U.S. aid, with the author warning about shifting alliances and future consequences for non communist allies.
A reflection cites I Thessalonians 1:2 thanking God for believers and praying for them. It invites readers to consider whether they also name friends in prayers and lift them up in faith.
Last Saturday two aged women were found disabled in their homes. Neighbors discovered them in time to save their lives after several days of isolation. The piece urges daily check ins especially for elderly neighbors with no relatives, noting a phone call can prevent tragedy.
A compilation of small items from Mexico and nearby areas spans events from 1963 to 1923. Highlights include Mrs. Donald E. Mayer’s farewell coffee in Mexico. brain surgery for Edward Jolley in St. Louis. a 79 to 61 Bulldogs victory over Fulton Hornets. travel visits between families in Florida and Missouri. a Korea war era guest of General Cleeland. UM student Mary Lou Kleppinger returning to Columbia. a shipment of 1005 paper backed novels and a puzzle sent to front line troops in Korea. Odd Fellows Lodge installations and trivia on local civic life. elevator piloting at Hotel Hoxsey marking modernization. and poultry club outreach led by R H Emberson.
The Mexico Missouri Ledger edition dated Friday January 5 1973 presents local notices and brief news items typical of a small town paper. It includes community updates, civic notices, and brief reports on local events and happenings.
Missouri moves to end the traditional honorary colonels for inaugurations as Christopher Bond prepares to take office. The piece recalls past colonels, their costs, and the wearers’ pride, noting the evolving practice since 1909 and the shift toward budgeting and modernization.
Readers seek guidance on controlling their remains and securing burial wishes against relatives. The column advises drafting a legal agreement with a funeral director to carry out one’s own burial wishes and designating a trusted person to oversee arrangements. It also addresses fear of an upcoming honeymoon and handling a wedding guest controversy about epileptic inclusion.
Readers seek Dr Thosteson guidance on diverticulosis diet and bulk versus low-residue approaches. He explains that a sufficient bulk or residue to keep bowel action normal is essential, and that coarse irritants should be limited. He notes bran varies in irritation and cites agar or psyllium as bulk aids, with massaging limbs offering limited circulation benefits.
Sunday birthday wishes go out to Mrs. Clifford Kable and Betty Jean Bishop along with Freddie Freeman and Mrs. Joyce Lewis. Also recognized are Mrs. Ruth Gingrich Stephen Chaney Mary Beth Shinn of Laddonia Wayne Bevell and Paul Lierheimer. Terry Lynn Mayes Mrs Ronald Barnes Sandy Bulson Marguerite Toston Clara Mae Boydstun and Mike Lees.
The Mexico Ledger lists publication details including daily except Sundays and holidays, address at 300 N Washington St Mexico Mo 65265, and pricing for single copies, carrier, and mail subscriptions across various regions. It sets office hours 8:00 am to 5:30 pm weekdays and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday.
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