Independence Day Reflections On Free Nation's Fate
The July 3 1974 editorial from Mexico MO Ledger discusses independence as an ongoing battle against threats to democracy. It contrasts historical gains with current dangers, noting Soviet arms talks and scrutiny by the House Judiciary Committee as pivotal tests. The piece urges vigilance by each generation to maintain freedom and self rule.
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Mexico
Ledger
England
Nazi Party
A. Hiller
Lenin
Czar
Soviet Union
Earth
House Judiciary Committee
Enduring Faith Promises Peace and Rich Return
A devotional note cites Galatians 6 8 about sowing to the Spirit and reaping life everlasting. It argues that investing one s life in God s promises yields satisfaction assurance and peace as a rich return.
Ann Landers letters reveal bold housework attire and doctor concerns
In a readers’ exchange, Ann Landers confirms many women clean in the nude, notes mothers can be attracted to younger men, and defends that unusual letters are real not fabricated. She also advises reporting medical incompetence to county medical societies and promotes her Bride’s Guide offering for planning a wedding.
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Anne Landers
Ann Landers
P.O
How Not To Get Bigger Breasts Dr Thosteson Advice
Dear Dr Thosteson answers readers questions about breast enlargement shots and implants. He explains there are no safe shots to grow breasts and warns against illegal injections of silicone, noting the approved method is surgical implantation of silicone sacs under the breast. He cautions about risks, legality, cost, and the recovery involved. A second letter asks about meat tenderizer effects on the stomach, with the answer: cooking destroys it and it does not affect intestinal tissue.
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Ann Landers
Illinois
Michigan N.y
Food and Drug Administration
Dr. Thosteson
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Equal Justice for Black Residents in Mexico Delayed
Willis L. Davis, a four year Mexico resident, describes racial discrimination by police and prosecutors, recounting alleged biased arrests, unequal treatment in reporting crimes, and a sentence he calls unjust while expressing frustration with local media portrayal and public safety. He urges public dialogue and reform to ensure fair treatment regardless of race.
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Ledger
Willis L. Davis
Community of Mexico
Mexico
Public Safety Department
Beekeeper Monroe County season praised amid clover abundance
The piece notes a strong honey season due to abundant white clover in Monroe County, contrasting with the decline of beekeeping from disease and low honey prices. It recalls past widespread hives, laments modern losses, and mentions birthday greetings for several locals along with a few notable figures.
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Monroe County
Evening TV Listings Mixed with Movie and Show Times
Erroneous ratings acknowledged as stations report changes. Summaries list Summer Songfest with Tony Orlando and Dawn at 7 p m on channels 4 and 13, Oral Roberts Special with Pearl Bailey and Pat Boone at 7 on channel 7 and 8 on 13, Get Christie Love on 2 3 17 at 7 30, Bo boquivari rock program at 7 30 on 9, Firewilly with Dick Van Dyke at 8 on 5 8 10, Lord Of The Universe repeats Houston Astrodome program on 17, Johnny Carson Tonight guest Rodney Dangerfield, Wide World Special at 10 30 on 3 17 Not Now Norman. Movies schedule includes Miracle In Soho 1 00 p m Channel 11, The Curse Of The Werewolf 3 00 on 2, The Atomic Kid 8 00 on 5 8 11, The Swimmer 10 39 on 4 7 13, Berlin Express 11 30 on 11, The Trap 12 20 a m on 4, The Brass Legend 1 50 a m on 4, Timetable 3 35 a m on 4, The Searching Wind 9 30 a m Thursday Channel 11.
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Robbie Gentry
Tony Orlando
Dawn
Oral Roberts
Pearl Bailey
Pat Boone
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Get Christie Love
Teresa Graves
Boboquivari
Freddy King
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Firewilly
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Unusual Butler
Houston
Guru Maharaj Ji
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Rodney Dangerfield
Norman
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Oliver Reed
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Lee J. Cobb
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Robert Young
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Tell Truth
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Con World
Get Together
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Firehouse
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Fourth of July TV Highlights and Specials Schedule
The Thursday Ledgerland guide lists Fourth of July programs across channels with Tom Paxton Barbara Walters Captain Kangaroo Dinah Shore Mike Douglas and special salute segments. It covers morning to late night lineups including news shows games later movies and a Bicentennial Minutes tour through CBS specials and coast guard band performances.
Audrain County appoints Hagan to hospital board vacancy
The Audrain County Court named Lowell Hagan of Hagan Clothing Co to fill the board of trustees seat at Audrain Hospital after the death of Elmer McGee. The notice recalls local civic updates, including mortuary trainee Kenneth Martin beginning duties at Precht Funeral Home and community moves and memories from Mexico and surrounding areas.
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Audrain County Court
Lowell Hagan
The
Hagan Clothing Co
Audrain Hospital
Elmer McGee
Kenneth Martin
Dallas Institute
Gupton Jones College of Mortuary Science
Dallas
Tex
Precht Funeral Home
Sue Ware
James Ware
Fulton
Lon Ware
Mexico
Allen Heckart
Marvin Heckart
San Deigo
Calif
U.S. Marines
Mexico High School
John Wiler
Dixie Gray
New York
Lyman Barker
J.R. Barker
Standard Oil
Nelle Bomar
Virginia Botts
Lillian Putnam
Business and Professional Women
St. Louis
Mexico Ledger Subscription Rates and Hours
The Mexico Ledger lists delivery and mail rates for local and wider areas including Audrain and adjoining counties, with annual and six month options. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday.
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