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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1977
Page
5
Cincinnati report: third seed Harold Solomon defeated fourth seed Mark Cox 6-2 6-3 to win the singles title in the $100,000 Western Championships, completing a straight-sets victory in the tournament final.
Fullerton California AP Joe Namath says defenders hit him as hard with the Rams as they did with the Jets. Namath, signed May 12, is No 2 QB behind Pat Haden and aims to win the starting job while learning the Rams system and calling his own signals. He stayed connected with coaches and players, sharing a roommate setup with Haden during camp.
Centralia players Jerry Waisner and George Irion led the Kiwanis Division Five Golf Match with low gross and net scores respectively. Low net scores from clubs included Clyde Johnston and Tom Riddle. After four matches Mexico leads with 72.375, followed by Columbia 72.562 and Centralia 72.625. next event at Columbia Country Club on Monday.
Kansas City Chiefs began training at William Jewell College as Gary Green, the No 1 draft pick, arrives after stalled contract talks. General manager Jim Schaaf says both sides agreed on a path forward. The club’s roster reaches 65 with Thomas Howard signing, while veteran Jimbo Elrod reports a 13 pound gain after rehab and a shoulder injury from last season.
The article argues wetlands are vital ecosystems and life sources, noting habitats like Mingo National Wildlife Refuge in Missouri and the broad national loss from drainage. It highlights waterfowl reliance, ecological roles in erosion control and flood management, and mentions Ducks Unlimited’s extensive land leasing in Canada.
Albany reports on a Missouri Department of Conservation program where snakes aid education. Rod Green’s Girl Scout talk with fox and king snakes ends in chaos as a prairie king bites his finger and clings to his clothing while 90 youths watch, then a knife blade frees the snake. The episode amuses the audience but ends Green’s plans for future snail and puppy dog tail topics.
Entries will be accepted until Thursday at 6 p.m for the annual Kim Everett Memorial Golf Tournament at Arthur Hills. Open to Arthur Hills or Mexico Country Club members, established handicaps, or Audrain County residents. High school players invited. Entry fee 2.50. Tee times posted for qualifying on Saturday and final on Sunday. Trophies awarded to winner and runner-up in each flight.
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