Yugoslavia’s Tito and the saga of independence
An editorial tour examines why Yugoslavia avoided Soviet domination after World War II. It highlights Tito’s leadership, wartime resistance, and the harsh German retaliation that sealed his status as a regional hero. The piece weighs internal security, pro Stalinist currents, and Yugoslav tensions with the Soviet Union and the wider world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yugoslavia
Europe
Tito
Soviet Union
Bulgaria
Romania
Czechoslovakia
Yugoslavian
de Gaulle
End of the Day Thought on Providence and Parental Pride
A devotional line cites Psalm 149 4 noting the Lord delights in his people and beautifies the meek with salvation. It adds a father’s pleasure in his children's success exceeds his own, reflecting faith centered on family achievement.
Open Forum Editor Ledger Glass Recycling Drive Gratitude
Open Forum Editor Ledger thanks readers for cooperation in printing articles and glass recycling pictures. Nine tons were collected. The letter expresses thanks and hopes for another drive in the fall from Mrs Elmer Johnson chairwoman. The Audrain County Historical Society thanks Mexico Police for dependable courteous assistance during a Muny Opera trip return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ledger
Hope Io
Elmer Johnson
Audrain County Historical Ciety
Muny Opera
Wiahes
Mexico
Mexico Hedger Publication Rate Card and Office Hours
Mexico Hedger lists daily publication seven days except Sundays and holidays at 300 N Washington St Mexico Missouri. Rates shown include single copy 10 cents carrier within Mexico and trade area towns two dollars per month. Mail subscriptions vary by county with annual, six month, and three month prices. Armed forces members pay monthly. Office hours 8:00 am to 5:30 pm weekdays and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington St
Mexico
Audrain
ABC News
Electric Co
Nashville
Lassie
CBS News
Disney
FBI
Democratic
Bill Fields
Jimmy
Stewart
Big Valley
St. Louis
Cade’s County
Pulse
Robinson
River
Ann Landers Letters Column Notes Openings and Names
A collection of reader letters to Ann Landers covers open hours on holidays, handling irate callers, and the challenge of naming a newborn. Centipede laments rude inquiries, a Corpus Christi reader thanks for iguana notes, and Mint War seeks guidance on honoring both grandfathers in naming their newborn Derek Lyle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Landers
Corpus Christi
Texas
Roy
Derek Lyle
Denver Mint
Mint
How Much Water Is Safe To Drink Daily
Dear Dr Thosteson explains that the average need is about 2 1/2 quarts daily including foods and beverages. Excess water can dilute body minerals, trigger swelling and confusion, and in rare cases cause death. He notes normal kidneys excrete about a quart per hour and warns against psychotic overdrinking, with salt balance essential for safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Thosteson
Birthday Wishes Ring Across Vandalia Names
Birthday greetings are extended to numerous residents of Vandalia on Monday and Tuesday. The list includes Terry Reed Jones Raymond Bishop Jr Mrs John Hatcher W R Lynn Eddie Wayne Robertson and others with twin reminders for Ronnie and Donnie Brown Betty Ann Albus Neil Nielsen and more. In Rock Island Lucille Wrightstell and Charles Harris are noted among well wishers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terry Reed Jones
Raymond Bishop Jr
John Hatcher
W. R. Lynn
Eddie Wayne Robertson
Leslie Wayne Gibson
Gini Holsheiser
Leslie Claywell
J. W. Shaffer
Kenneth D. Sims
Jimmie Chase
Jeannie Becker
Peggy Stroker
Vandalia
Lawrence Exford
Martha Barton
Ronnie
Donnie Brown
Betty Ann Albus
Neil Nielsen
Tom Claywell
F. C. James
Amos Cole
William Albus
J. R. Bradley
H. L. Neifert
Robert Hudnall
Leo Smoot
Betty Gibbons
Virginia Carter
Sharon
Karen Exendine
Lucille Wrightstell
Charles Harris
Rock Island. Il
Wimbledon and sports on TV schedule notes
TV listings note convention coverage by networks and a political primer at 11:30 a.m. on several dates. Tennis across Wimbledon is taped with men's singles at 11:30 a.m. and women's singles at 4 p.m. Baseball Cubs vs Reds in Cincinnati at 1:00 p.m. on dates 5,8,10. World of Sports covers Fischer Spassky match and Olympic trials at Eugene at 4:00 p.m. on dates 23 and 17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Conkrite
Cubs
Reds
Cincinnati
Wide World of Sports
Eugene
Ore
Maude
Edith
Dr. Locke
Porter Wagoner
Death Valley
ABC News
Hope
Lucy
Eve
Dick van
Big Valley
Bowery Boys
Annie
Mitch Miller
Flash Gordon
Television Listings and Highlights Amid Election Telethon
Tonight a spin off from All in the Family visits Archie at 7:00 PM in rerun. An 18 hour telethon for the Democrats starts at 9 PM with stars taking calls through Sunday. Convention coverage disrupts regular schedules while a slate of films and dramas airs across channels with varied reception notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archie
Penny Singleton
John Agar
Dennis O'Keefe
Sunday Television Listings and Highlights Sample
An extensive Sunday station schedule outlines morning to late night programs across networks. It notes Sacred Heart Gospel and revival shows, telethon hours with certain hosts, major political and cultural programs, and a slate of movies and sports events including Rolling Derby and Indy 500 coverage.
Ken Berry Talks Wow Show Taping Grind for ABC
Hollywood writer Jerry Buck reports Ken Berry wrapped four weeks of nonstop work on five summer ABC shows. Co producer Allan Blye spent hours perfecting a 20 second gag as Cass Elliott audience gag lands paper airplanes. Wow premieres July 15 on ABC with fast jokes and audience involvement while producers Blue and Chrisbearde pursue a regular season spot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Buck
Associated Press
Hollywood
Ken Berry
ABC
Berry
Allan Blye
Cass Elliott
Lockheed
Blue
Comet
Chrisbearde
Andy Williams
Williams
Wow
F Troop
Mayberry Rfd
Mexico Daily Roundup July 8 1962 Highlights
Local boy Robert Williams 16 treated at Audrain County Hospital after stepping on a wall. Plunkett Park pool incident leads to police custody for several swimmers. Fletcher Mulligan returns to hospital for skin grafts after burns at home near Scott's Corner. A farmer burns starting a fire and remains hospitalized. Holliday High School Class of 192% holds reunion at Mark Twain Cafe near Paris with Mexico attendees G F Akers Alvin Beamer. Also noted are 1952 fire losses for Thomas Coldwell family and promotions and retirements affecting locals. Includes naval promotion of John W Blattner stationed at Inyokern and China Lake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Williams
E. Lafayette St
Audrain County Hospital
Plunkett Park
Fletcher Mulligan
Scott's Corner
Audrain Hospital
Holliday High School
Mark Twain Cafe
Paris
Mexico
G.F. Akers
Alvin Beamer
Thomas Coldwell
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Open Forum
Activities Committee of
the Historical Society
America
Bigwheel
Jong
Ann
Centipede
Center City
George C. Thosteson, M.D
Mrg. G
Kivi
Ktvo
Onumwa
Kmox-tv
Kid-lv
St. Loui
Khyaty
Hannibal & Komuety
Columbia
Kete-lv
Weem-tv
Quincy
Kpl
Kreg
Jeff City
Kobj Tv
Anthony Steel
James Mason
John Forsythe
Bing Crosby
William Holden
Dick Powell
William Campbell
Henry Fonda
Dorothy Malone
Ledgerland
Sacred Heart
the Life
Rev. Robinson
Lester Family
Oral Roberts
Herald of Trutt
Father's House
Rev. Humb
Grace
Billy Hargis
Jim Backus
John Davidson
Hank Williams Jr
Monty Hall
Oliver
Dick Butkus
John Brodie
Sacred Heart Rt
Mass
Lamp Unto
Gospel
Demoer
Woody
Discovery
Consultation
Davey
Bullwinkle
Humbard
Church
Mr. Wizard
John Kenneth Galbraith
Firing Line
Masterpiece Theatre
Henry James
Arthur Fiedler
Boston Pops
Grand Canyon
Joseph Cotten
John Wayne
Peter Lorre
Audrey Hepburn
Perception
Democrati
Insight
Dimensions
Christophers
AAA
Little Warner
Bill Anderson
NBC Net
Buck Owens
James Donald
Joan Davis
Fess Parker
Kirk Douglas
Mel Ferrer
Benny Goodman
Steve Allen
Sterling Hayden
O.H. Marvin
Independence
P.S. Ballew
Railroad
Benton City
Charles Pulis
American Legion
Kansas City Speedway
Missouri
Kansas
Legion
J. (Doc) Lee
Mexico Athletics
A.M. Roberts
The
Mexico Savings Bank
R.M. White
C.C. Helser
J.R. Jesse
Sam Sharp
Walker Burns
Rodes Jesse
Blake Williams
Lena Crews
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