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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1973
Page
2
The piece argues against secret trials and defends publicity as essential to justice. Citing Justice opinions and the Valente case, it asserts the public’s right to attend trials helps ensure fair administration and accountability by courts and judges. It emphasizes the public’s stake in courtroom openness.
A brief note quotes Matthew 19 22 about a young man leaving sorrowful due to great possessions and asserts a disciplined follower must love people over worldly wealth. The message emphasizes prioritizing compassion over material gain.
In Missouri the Senate 14 to 14 rejected a heavier trucks bill but then 19 to 9 moved it back to the calendar. The truck lobby vows further lobbying to win the 18 votes needed for final approval, despite criticism that heavier loads would harm highways and motorists.
Sunday greetings go to Mary Elizabeth Turner Mrs. Fred L Johnson Wilma Landers Sam Bentley Terry Ann Johnson Arthur Helwig Eldean McCoy Arthur J Adams James Kable Mrs John Bell Mrs E B Turner John C Cline Jennifer Ann Mczee James House and Clifton Long Also birthday wishes for Rex V Caldwell of Vandalia on Saturday
Local page notes fund allocations and community notices from Mexico Missouri dated March 2 1973. Highlights include municipal financial items and brief civic notices affecting residents and organizations in the region.
New York AP Chief Wes Gallagher warns that censorship harassment and secrecy hampered news flow in 1972 more than since World War II. He cites government pressure in the United States and strict regimes abroad, yet notes AP's strong reporting on Nixon's China trip Vietnam talks and the Olympic massacre.
Paul Meyer Jr. urges voters in the R-1 North Callaway district to scrutinize the Auxvasse elementary project. He defends the district’s record, argues the current building is unsafe and deteriorating, and calls for informed, constructive citizen involvement before approving a tax funded bond for a new school.
An Eagle Rank ceremony is announced for Cadet George Morrell of Missouri Military Academy Tom Tibbons Bob Hollander Bill Juckaman Warren and Warner Greene Eddie Harrison Alan South of Troop 36 Mexico Earl R Bemus Jimmy Hearer James Taylor Mike Martin Ken McGee and Chris Miller of Troop 38 Mexico Two Audrain County residents Mrs J H Martin and R M Breidl are named to the University Extension Honor Roll.
Readers share experiences with illness psychosomatic links and healing from psychotherapy. A Catholic Protestant etiquette question covers kneeling Holy Communion and funeral norms. A query about family affection and a 14 year old kissing parents addresses whether it signals homosexuality. An offer promotes Ann Landers booklet Straight Dope on Drugs with mailing details.
Reader asks about sunlamp use for acne and sunburn risk. Dr Thosteson warns against overexposure, outlines starting with one to two minutes every 2–3 days, keeping distance no less than 24 inches, and increasing gradually. He emphasizes following lamp instructions and protecting eyes, advises against burns, and notes sunlamps are only part of acne treatment.
Mexico Ledger informs readers of its publication schedule and postal details. It lists pricing for single copies, monthly carrier rates, and annual mail subscriptions by region including Audrain and nearby counties, other Missouri counties, and out of state, with special military rates. Office hours are provided.
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