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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1974
Page
3
A column notes that campus stripping and streaking have peaked and declined over the years. It traces nudity in media to sell books and movies, rails against anti social acts, and predicts the fad will fade as students mature and attitudes change. It argues that public nudity offends social norms and is ultimately unattractive to both genders.
A sermon excerpt cites Isaiah 5 11 and Paul on wine for stomach ailments noting excessive drinking harms the drinker and their family. It warns against abusing freedom and the consequences of alcohol misuse.
A reflective column argues Americans must stop blaming oil companies for energy shortages. It notes past government actions curtailed offshore drilling and delays in the Alaska pipeline, urging readers to accept responsibility and avoid blaming big business while addressing systemic energy issues.
A collection of reader questions covers paternity suits, moral support for a man with a child, family dynamics, wedding party etiquette, and stuttering advice. Ann Landers offers practical guidance about legal defense, expectations in relationships, and seeking further help through her booklet and resources.
Reader asks if duodenal ulcers are the same as peptic ulcers and about diet. The doctor explains that duodenal ulcers are a form of peptic ulcer and provides guidance on chicken soup, onion salt, and citrus fruits, noting nutrients and safety.
Eversons seven channels and cities listed with Columbia, St. Louis, Quincy, Jefferson City and Kansas City's stations as viewers tune in. The report notes station names and numbers with regional spread across the Missouri area.
Prime time features The Waltons The Five Foot Shelf at 7 p.m. on channels 4 7 13. Flip Wilson Lena Horne Tony Randall and Bob and Ray guest at 7 p.m. on 5 8 10. The Advocates discuss illegally obtained evidence at 7 p.m. on 9. Pueblo repeats at 8 p.m. on 2 3 17 with Hal Holbrook. CBS four comedies Marriage Times Four at 8 p.m. on 4 7 13. Ironside and Louis XIV biopic follow. Buck Owens hosts Music Country at 9 p.m. Dick Cavett Lucille Ball at 10:30 p.m. Weather and movies listed throughout.
National Geographic at 7 30 p m on Channel 2 explores Idaho’s Salmon in Wild River. Raquel Welch stars in Really Raquel at 8 00 on multiple channels with song and dance. CBS Reports tours Shanghai. Glen Campbell hosts an hour with John Wayne and Burl Ives. The Invasion Of Carol Enders airs at 10 30 and Midnight Special features Gladys Knight and Pips and more.
Airman Dianne S. Cowley of Mexico is reassigned to Gunter AFB after graduating as a U S Air Force dental specialist at Granville AFB. Several local figures—Elizabeth Garner seeking Republican public administrator nomination, college honor lists, photography contest winners, and social updates—are noted along with shifts in political and social roles across the community.
Mexico Ledger announces subscription rates by mail and carrier for Audrain and surrounding counties with monthly and yearly pricing. Includes out of state, APO, and military member options. Office hours listed with incomplete text remaining.
Los Angeles Associated Press writer reports Ma and Pa may be first TV series directly from Broadway stage. The half hour comedy pilot, part of Marriage Times Four, stars Mary Wickes and Sada Thompson in Broadway roles adapted for television with two directors and a two week rehearsal.
Saturday wishes go out to Betty Lou Henderson Mrs Greg Swanson James M Haever, twins Mrs Lebbius Ball and Mrs Sue Modory Judy Carol Campbell Mrs Virgil Thurston Dennis Becker Connie Mcdonald Irae bo du 8 Kiberi.
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