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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1974
Page
2
The editorial attacks amnesty for deserters and others who refused to serve, arguing veterans who served in uniform deserve the nation’s respect. It calls for deserters to face legal penalties and rejects the idea of returning them as heroes, asserting civic duty and accountability.
A compact reflection on enduring faith during persecution. It cites Paul singing in prison after his Damascus Road encounter as a model of steadfast trust in Christ amid hardship.
A reader laments national and local political corruption and calls for higher standards among elected officials. The letter references Watergate era distrust and criticizes familial influence in politics. A separate note expresses gratitude from Karen LeBre for participating in the 1974 Miss Mexico Pageant and thanks Mexican Jaycees, local businesses, and volunteers who supported contestants.
Reader submissions spark debate on a childless marriage, with one alleging incest involving the father in law and a husband. The column declines endorsement, urging caution due to potential future trouble. Other letters express dating frustrations, luck versus choice, and etiquette questions about wedding gifts and thank you notes.
Reader asks about incubation for colds and contagious period. Expert says colds typically develop 12 to 48 hours after exposure and remain contagious while symptoms like sneezing and nasal drainage persist. Practical advice includes frequent hand washing, rest if fever, aspirin for discomfort, hot face compresses, and vitamin C as a precaution. Do not use penicillin or antibiotics early. seek medical care if fever persists or thick nasal discharge indicates a secondary infection.
Missouri Supreme Court jurist Frank Hollingsworth, 72, of Mexico, died of a heart attack in Jefferson City. He had returned to Mexico for the 1951 dedication of a new courthouse and served Audrain County. Separate items note lodge and assembly sessions planned in Mexico and various local civic notices and community happenings from 1924 to 1964.
A list of TV station call letters followed by cities includes Ktvi St. Louis Ktvo Ottumwa Kmox TV St Louis Ksd TV St Louis Ktvi St Louis Ktvo Ottumwa Kmox TV St Louis Ksd TV St Louis Khoa TV Hannibal Kpir St Louis Komu TV Columbia Kreg TV Jeff City Ketc TV St Louis Kebj TV Columbia Weem TV Quincy Additional note that 17 is 6 On See TV.
St. Louis TV guide lists Billy Graham Crusade at 7 p.m. across channels 3 10 and 13 with the sermon The Meaning Of Faith. Gunsmoke and Parole appear at 7 and 7 15 p.m.. ABC NBC and CBS feature a slate of films and talk shows including Call Me Bwana Yves Montand thriller and a James Cagney salute.
Nixon appearance at a broadcasters convention disrupts schedules with a 7 p.m. start and an expected end by 8 p.m. Blues vs Islanders hockey on Channel 11 at 6:30 p.m. Bill Moyers Journal profiles William Loeb. The Curious Case Of Vitamin E surveys at 7:30. The Billy Graham Crusade airs at 8:00 on Channel 13 and at 9:30 on Channel 24.
Publication details for Mexico Ledger include daily issues except Sundays and holidays, subscription prices by region and duration, and mail rate breakdowns. Office hours are listed as 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with unclear suburb note.
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