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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1973
Page
2
The piece reflects on television's early growing pains with Cronkite as a symbol of enduring news presence. It argues TV's fast evolution invites criticism and error, cites instant analysis as misuse, and notes CBS's shift away from partisan commentary toward balanced, postpresident discussion to report news rather than argue.
The text ponders Job’s trial showing that goodness does not shield from misery yet suggests virtue yields its own reward. It frames goodness as guiding through trouble and mystery, echoing biblical themes of faith and resilience.
Jeff Bartholomew in Wichita Kansas writes to thank the Ledger editor for a copy of the paper used for a class project. He describes students ordering 158 copies from around the world, comparing coverage and features, and praises teacher Hope Shackelford for national awards and extensive work using newspapers in education.
Emma Kathleen Whalen of Mexico receives a 300 scholarship to the University of Missouri with three other 4-H members sharing 900 total. Lois P. McMillin, a Missouri nursing student from Kansas City, begins eight weeks of public health nursing field experience with the Mexico Audrain County Health Department.
A Reader profile includes worries about a husband’s gay friends, an insistence on counseling, and advice on family involvement. Other letters discuss boundary setting with relatives, sexual affection in long marriage, and a roadside act of kindness, with final note on obtaining Ann Landers’ booklet.
Dear Dr Thosteson explains that a six month fetus may still change position before delivery and ultrasound shows fetal position and placenta. The reader also asks about hiatal hernia treatment and softened water health effects. The knee incident in a 13 year old is discussed with possibilities of an unstable joint, cartilage or ligament injury, and advised rest, avoidance of heavy activity, possible elastic support, and potential surgery if recurrence. Dr Thosteson notes he cannot answer all letters individually.
Channel lineup includes Ktvi and Kmox Tv in St Louis with Ktvo and Kid Tv serving Ottumwa and surrounding areas, detailing local broadcast options across several stations. The listing aggregates station call signs and city assignments for regional viewers.
NBC resumes Watergate hearings with 9 am coverage on stations 5 8 10 and taped 7 pm on Channel 9. Mike Douglas guests James Coco Ted Knight and Prof Irwin Corey at 3:30 pm. Merv Griffin features Celeste Holm Ida Lupino and Virginia Mayo at 3:30 pm. Cardinals visit Reds in Cincinnati with a 6:45 pm dugout show on 6 then 7 pm on Channel 8. NBC News and various programs fill the evening with movie slots across channels 2 4 9 11 and sports updates including baseball, talk shows, and late-night clips.
CBS affiliates carry the Watergate hearings on channels 4 7 18 with taped coverage starting at 7 p.m on channel 9. Patsy Awards air at 6 30 p.m on channel 4. A new pickle factory heirs comedy debuts on channels 2 3 17 at 7 p.m. Baseball Cardinals vs Reds shown in Cincinnati at 7 p.m on channels 5 8. Movie listings include Say Goodbye Maggie Cole and The Long Memory with additional late-night talk and game shows through midnight.
Seattle station Kets television airs a nightly warmup show before the Watergate hearings. Three panelists compare the current inquiry with the 1954 Army McCarthy hearings, telecast via kinescope and now on tape. Panelists are Richard Meyer Bill Shadel and Fendall Yerxa. The timing frames the current hearings with historic context for a new audience.
Thursday celebrates birthdays for William Burchfield Mrs Bill Johnson Paula Lewis Bessie Barker Michael Ray Smith Nora Miles Dora Embree and Mrs Arthur Scott Jr. Wednesday wishes go to Harold Holtkamp Jr. Also noted are birthdays for David Rockefeller age 58 Jim Nabors age 40 and Vic Damone age 45. A thought from Will Rogers suggests legalizing crime and taxing it out of business.
Mexico Ledger lists publication details with daily frequency excluding Sundays and holidays. Rates for mail subscriptions vary by region and duration, with living addresses and armed forces price. Office hours run 8:00 am to 5:30 pm weekdays and 3:00 pm to 3:00 pm Saturday.
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