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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1972
Page
2
An old editorial condemns fireworks for causing injuries and burns across ages. It argues for stricter controls, noting accidents in Mexico and Missouri, and suggests on duty ER oversight during holidays as a remedy. The piece highlights children and teens as the most affected, with eye loss and severe burns among the consequences.
A meditation on how interpretation shapes understanding. It cites Luke 7 24 and notes that readers seek what they expect to find in scripture. The passage suggests that Bible study mirrors the questioner’s aims and yields the corresponding insights.
Sikeston Standard argues for The Motor Vehicle Information and Cost Savings Act of 1972. The measure would empower the DOT to set minimum bumper crash standards to reduce repair costs and insurance premiums, with 89-4 Senate support for a broader bill already on record.
The straw poll in Vandalla on daylight saving time drew 899 votes against and 185 for the daylight time. Also noted are local personnel moves with Herbert C. Philander relocating to Mexico and William E. Lowry named Mexico High School principal succeeding Robert C. Fitzsimmons. Event mentions include Red Cross officers installed in Audrain County and campaign stops by Stuart Symington in Mexico.
Greetings express birthday wishes to Mrs. Carl Mongler Frances Hanstein Zelwin Eaton James A Badaracco Denton W Lewis Mrs Lyndell Farrah and daughter Barbara Lavon Stapleton Barbara Benskin and Richard Mechlin on Friday at a community event.
Ann Landers offers guidance on being a quiet person in groups urging speaking up and listening. A reader asks about a spouse buying extra items. advice suggests adding staples to curb impulsive purchases. A drag racing anecdote shows a driver’s alcohol test and crash course results, noting high drunkenness risks and fatal accident share.
A mother asks how to handle her son’s Osgood Schlatter disease when the school coach urges participation. The orthopedist recommends rest to avoid permanent damage, noting no cure besides reducing strain and rest. The mother should contact the doctor and provide a note to the coach. otherwise the doctor may intervene.
A reader seeks help for a 64 year old man with Parkinson's disease who has developed severe bed sores. The letter notes prevention is key and outlines home measures, skin care, padding, and heat lamps, but suggests plastic surgery and moving to a rehabilitation institute for expert treatment where nursing procedures and ongoing care can prevent recurrence.
AP Television critic Cynthia Lowry reviews CBS summer variety show The Jerry Reed When You're Hot You're Hot. Reed projects Nashville style and modest stage presence but the premiere feels too polished and Hollywood driven.
Mexico Hedger lists publication policy details with pricing for mail subscriptions by region and delivery options. It specifies daily schedule, office hours, and carrier rates including Army per month, plus weekend and holiday notices.
Erroneous listings show channel numbers and station names for St Louis Ottumwa Hannibal Columbia and nearby areas. See Ty 12 Weather for unreported changes by the stations.
A new comedy The Super follows a New York apartment building superintendent with Rob Reiner calling it like an Italian Ralph Kramden. Richard Castellano stars as the fat gunman from The Godfather. Debuts at 7:00 p.m. on Channels 2 3 and 17 Melba Moore Clifton Davis guest on 4 7 13 Hugh O Brian Gladys Knight and the Pips guest on 7 13 Corner Bar premieres at 7:30 on 2 3 17 plus other listings include movie airings and late night shows with Dick Cavett and a Kopy Kats segment
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