What Are We Waiting For Editorial on Garfield housing
An editorial from The Ledger in 1957 argues for urban renewal in the Garfield area of Mexico, detailing steps taken to assess need and public attitude. It notes substandard housing, low tax revenue, and the potential benefits of cleaner, healthier housing for Black residents, urging action and explaining tax implications for non Garfield property owners.
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End Of The Day Reflections On Witnesses Seen And Unseen
A brief meditative line citing scripture from First Corinthians about being a spectacle to the world and angels and men. The note contemplates how witnesses, both visible and spiritual, observe every action.
Ann Landers column offers blunt takes on courtesy and codes
Letters discuss responding to insults about eating, Chicago old ordinances against deformity, barber shop ethics, and a drug awareness booklet. Readers chime in on tact, law changes, and practical advice.
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Roosevelt
Windy City
Ann Landers
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Ilinois
Phaco-emulsification eye surgery debate widens process choice
Dear readers discuss a cataract treatment using ultrasonic vibration to emulsify the lens and remove it through a small incision. Experts note mixed opinions on switching from conventional methods and emphasize surgeon experience and patient-specific decisions.
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American Academy of Ophthalmology
ERA Debate Triggers Letter from Ledger Editor
A reader urges Missouri to reject the Equal Rights Amendment citing risks to women’s rights and family life. The letter warns the ERA could nullify protective laws, place women under draft conditions, and shift financial responsibilities to wives. It endorses targeted legislation and invites public contact with senators and representatives.
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Ledger
Missouri
Supreme Court
Birthday Greetings for Cen tralia Residents
Birthday wishes are posted for several Cen tralia residents. Names include Joanne Maddox Raymond Baysinger Scotty Duffen Walter Sharp John M. Conner Wesley Knipfel Jr Judith Clark Sarah Brad shaw Fred Wyss Kathryn James Richard Loehnig Jr Harold Turner Ray Hall Mrs Bob Beamer Michael McDonald Fannie Griffit Charlotte Jean Young James Sappington Monday profile lists Cen tralia locals. Tuesday greetings honor Mrs Ben Dobyns Mrs Ron Diehl Mrs Herbert Schutte Earl Allison Middletown Mrs Orville Fishburn Gregory M. George Elaine Jackson Mrs Robert Conley Brenda Vaughn Lyndall Amos Mitchell Teresa Kay Palmer.
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Raymond Baysinger
Scotty Duffen
Walter Sharp
John M. Conner
Wesley Knipfel Jr
Judith Clark
Sarah Bradshaw
Fred Wyss
Kathryn James
Richard Loehnig Jr
Harold Turner
Ray Hall
Bob Beamer
Michael McDonald
Fannie Griffit
Charlotte Jean Young
James Sappington
Centralia
Ben Dobyns
Ron Diehl
Herbert Schutte
Earl Allison
Middletown
Orville Fishburn
Gregory M. George
Elaine Jackson
Robert Conley
Brenda Vaughn
Lyndall Amos Mitchell
Teresa Kay Palmer
Television Schedule Roundup: Kids Film and Major Sports
A noon children's film on channels 4 and 13 titled The Johnstown Monster features a youth’s photograph met with disbelief while Channel 7 airs delayed programs at 4 pm. Basketball noon and 2 pm games feature West Texas State vs Bradley and Kansas vs Oklahoma on multiple channels, with boxing and golf events including the Ali-Frazier fight, San Diego Open, and various cable listings across stations 2,3,4,7,8,10,11,13,17.
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TV Listings And Highlights For Tonight In St Louis
TV listings show many titles and times across stations KTVI KTVI Ottumwa KMAX TV KSD TV. Highlights include The Night They Raided Minsky's with Jason Robards and the final Bert Lahr performance, plus Don t Look Behind You and Counterpoint with Charlton Heston. Also noted are Entertainer of the Year awards in Las Vegas and Notre Dame versus UCLA basketball.
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Gary Cooper
Anthony Perkins
Adam West
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Abbott and Costello
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Car Crash Injures Mrs Cassius M Clay in Mexico
Yesterday in Mexico Mrs Cassius M Clay fractured her right leg in a fall at 3 Southmor and was taken to Audrain Hospital. Rodgers Adams of Minneapolis spent the weekend here with his parents Judge and Mrs George P Adams. Adams is a reporter for the Minneapolis Star.
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Mexico Ledger Advertising and office hours notice
Mexico Ledger lists publication details including frequency except Sundays and holidays, address at 300 N. Washington St. Mexico Mo. and 65265, price structure by carrier, mail and armed forces, with office hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturdays.
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