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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1971
Page
2
The piece argues silence grants power and influence, citing De Gaulle on mystery and authority and Gen. Bruce Clarke’s line that learning occurs while listening. It notes that in American culture silence is rare and that those with much to say are often the most quiet. The date 5-10-69 anchors the reflection.
A devotional reflection exhorts readers to lift their minds and hearts, opening them to welcome the "King of Glory" who will share His glory if listeners are ready and willing to receive it, citing Psalm 24:7.
J Patrick Barnes Boone County Fire Protection District Assistant Chief urges citizens to yield to emergency vehicles. He cites life or property risk and outlines safety rules such as pulling to the far right, waiting before reentering traffic, and not parking near or driving over hose lines. The piece stresses legal duty and moral responsibility.
A reader quotes Ann Landers Twelve Rules for Rearing Children and asks for a repeat. The letter shares a satirical, cynical list of parenting missteps, urging caution about indulgence, lack of discipline, and public conflict, followed by a playful note about a home made game using Ann Landers Q and A cards.
Dear Dr Thosteson, I am 22, 5 feet 8 inches tall and weigh 165 pounds. I’m overweight though I don’t eat excessively. I sometimes weigh six pounds lighter one day then gain it back overnight. Please list your dieting booklet so I can request it. I walk with my child and exercise, hoping for guidance. Mrs S A J. You overestimate safety and need to prove you do eat more by calculating a daily ounce gain over a year.
Reader inquiries cover dieting, exercise, and water balance, with guidance on cutting calories and boosting activity. The column discusses weight fluctuations, the impact of menstruation, and water intake, plus notes on diabetes and steroids. It also compares birth control methods like the pill and IUD, and provides contact details for the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation.
The Mexico School Board was told continued rain has held up the Mexico High School addition project for four weeks. Ernest Jenkins, clerk of the works, said a third of the 12 weeks since work began has been wasted and predicted rapid progress once work leaves the basement.
Thursday birthday wishes go to Walter Solte Gloria Smith Charley Thompson Sammy Joe Smith Wilbern E Lewis Edward Erdel Albert Biggers Jr Henry Albus Everett Crim Mrs Ronald Belcher and Boyd Bounds, honoring their special day with warm community regard.
Television stations listed include KHgaty in Hannibal on channel 7 KomuTV in Hannibal on 8, Weekty in Columbia on 10, Kplr in Quincy on 11, and a St. Louis outlet.
Local stations Kivi St Louis KTvo Ottumwa Kmox Tv St Louis Kid Tv St Louis list evening programs. Apollo 15 schedule may pre empt regular shows. Mike Douglas guests Al Unser Ginger Rogers and Dom DeLuise at 3 30 p.m. Cardinals Mets live at 6 30 p.m. River Of Gold at 7 30 p.m. on channels 2 3. Movie schedules feature Into The Blue River Of Gold and others with Time slots and showings across 2 3 4 5. News weather and talk shows fill the night with sports and specials.
TV schedule notes Apollo 15 pre emption with Ginger Rogers Van Cliburn Carol Lawrence and Godfrey Cambridge on Mike Douglas at 3 30 p m integration in the South on David Frost at 7 30 p m with Harper editor singers Brewer and Stipley James Darren and Eddie Kendricks plus Charlie Callas on Des 42 schedule also lists daily cartoons dramas and NFL action across channels with films such as No Time for Comedy and Ride the Wild Surfamong others
AP reports Apollo 15 astronauts Scott and Irwin will drive a lunar rover across about 25 miles in three trips after landing in the Apennines. The mission will showcase new color TV aboard the rover with a self contained power pack and antenna. NBC CBS and ABC plan extensive coverage over the 12 day flight with shots beamed to Europe, Japan and South America.
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