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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1971
Page
14
Rock salt and de-icers can injure shrubs trees and turf near salted sidewalks. Sugar maple and white pine are especially vulnerable, with root damage causing leaf scorch and dieback. Use safer materials like urea or other fertilizers, note higher costs and potential residue.
Obituaries report J Glenn Beall a Maryland Republican veteran of five House terms and two Senate terms died at 76 after losing to Joseph D. Tydings. Also noted are Admiral Lord Tovey, 85, who helped sink the Bismarck and aid Normandy. Lively B. Willoughby, 88, inventor of a canned biscuit process. Lt. Gen. George Grunert, 89, who fortified Philippine defenses. and Heinrich Lammerding, 65, former SS general sentenced in absentia for the Oradour massacre.
The departure of Richard Zanuck as president of 20th Century Fox marks the apparent end of the most notable dynasty in the film industry. The article notes how familial ties shaped early studios from Goldwyn to Warner, and how deaths and economic changes are eroding family control in Hollywood.
The annual Men’s Day program at St Paul CME Church includes morning and afternoon services led by church men and special music by the Ladies Chorus. Afternoon participants feature Calvary Baptist Church Male Chorus Bowling Green men’s group and local figures, with services starting after 2 p.m. All are welcome and offerings go to church projects.
Washington AP reports Postmaster General Winton M Blount says postage rates will increase before June as the post office transitions to a semi autonomous postal service. He spoke at a news conference to introduce seven of nine governors who will assume control by August 12.
The article notes Foxmaker Zanuck’s surprise arrival and Richard Young’s high regard by industry insiders. It discusses leadership changes following costs and blame, with Abé Schneider steering Columbia and Led Jaffe as president of the parent firm. Stanley Schneider leads Columbia Pictures, while Howard Jaffe produces, and Stanley Jaffe heads Paramount Pictures.
Hannibal ministers decline to take a formal stand on liquor by the drink in a special city wide vote Feb 2. The Hannibal Ministerial Alliance discussed the issue but voted to remain neutral due to varied opinions. Rev. Norman Downs cited the group’s range of views.
HAL Boyle offers a wry guide on how to say no gracefully. He argues avoiding screwball proposals protects fortunes and longevity. Examples show common pressure lines and how to resist them to stay practical and safe.
A fragment from the Mexico Missouri Ledger dated January 14, 1971 shows a garbled exchange with lines about cutting it, poking noses, a fat lip, a shortcut, poetry in darkness, and a fridge kept item tasting off. The text includes dialogue among unnamed speakers.
A proposed reform bill to limit campaign expenditures on newspapers billboards radio and television will be co sponsored by Sen Mike Gravel and Sen James B Pearson Gravel said the bill would create a 50 dollar tax credit for campaign donations and would direct federal funds for presidential vice presidential senatorial and congressional elections Networks would be required to provide eight hours of free prime time with six hours for presidential hopefuls and two for vice presidential candidates
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