Editorial: The SST battle to fly again
The piece argues for continuing American development of the supersonic transport amid political shifts. It notes SSTs are already in military and foreign use, warns against anti aviation sentiment, and asserts national interests hinge on producing and selling American SSTs rather than importing them. It references figures like Symington and others while contrasting French-British and Russian efforts.
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House
Senate
Europe
Russia
Red China
Vietnam
Symington
Fullbright
Church
McGovern
America
Americans
Enduring Principles To Guide Daily Living
A religious reflection emphasizes commandments as more than memory. The passage urges that words become motivation and action, shaping desires, relationships, and daily conduct to seek divine favor and blessing.
Nixon frames farmer productivity as economic and foreign policy tool
President Nixon highlighted U.S. farm productivity to justify support for agriculture, noting a 300 percent gain per man hour over 20 years versus 150 percent in industry. He argued higher output should bring greater rewards, while acknowledging debt and taxes. Critics called the White House event costly, but proponents saw it as a step for farm prosperity and global generosity.
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Kansas City
U.S
White House
Lawrence F. O'Brien
Democratic National Committee
Agriculture Department
American Farm Bureau
Clifford M. Hardin
Nixon
Mr. Nixon
America
Station in Fitzgerald Closes Sundays
Harry Merritt's service station in Fitzgerald Georgia used to be open seven days a week. A sign explains the closure with the message due to circumstances beyond my control my God and my wife this station will be closed all day every Sunday.
Nagging Wife Letter Sparks Ann Landers Debate
A reader argues for patience with nagging wives, urging husbands to hire help for small chores. Ann Landers counters that neglecting tasks damages marriage and suggests practical fixes. A second letter discusses narcolepsy misdiagnosis and medical opinion. A third notes a 24 year old man and his outgoing girlfriend, advising restraint and caution with social behavior. references a teen advice column and a paid comic.
Vasomotor Rhinitis Explained by Dr Thosteson
Dear Dr Thosteson. Vasomotor rhinitis is a nonallergic nose membrane swelling with watery discharge. It differs from hay fever by being year round and caused by irritants such as dust pets cosmetics or chemicals. Identifying the trigger requires allergist testing. avoid nose drops due to rebound congestion and consider antihistamines with careful dosing. Seek professional evaluation for relief and contact for the booklet menopause easier.
Miss Julie Yeargain wins Hardin Club Scholarship
Miss Julie Yeargain, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Scott A Yeargain, was announced winner of the Hardin Club Scholarship at the Mexico High School awards assembly. Also noted are plans for an ungraded primary system in Mexico Elementary Schools and a local 100 yard foot race at A P Green Fire Brick Co with Shirley Browning and Jeanne Toulson in the contest.
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Julie Yeargain
Scott A. Yeargain
Hardin Club
Mexico High School
Mexico
A. P. Green Fire Brick Co
Jeanne Toulson
Mississippi
Unclear OCR Listings Across Stations and Cities
Fragmentary OCR notes show several station identifiers and city names such as St. Louis Ottumwa Hannibal and Quincy with mentions of Teletype News weather and unreported changes. The text appears to be a corrupted listing of radio or teletext stations and related items.
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Khga-tv
Hannibal
Krogety
Jett City
Columbia
Mexico
Quincy
Kph
St. Louis
Television Listings and Highlights for Tonight
Prime time lineup features The Temptations at 6 30 on Channel 4 with George Kirby and Kaye Stevens. David Frost hosts a 90 minute special with Woody Allen at 7 30 on Channel 11. Sing America Beautiful airs at 8 00 with Tennessee Ernie Ford Danny Thomas and others. NFL Action at 9 30 on Channel 3 highlights Raiders season with Merv Griffin and guests. Movies include Whiplash The Naked Spur A Summer Place Fail Safe The Barefoot Contessa and more across channels 11 2 4 and 13 with news and talk shows sprinkled throughout the evening.
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Temptations
Channel 4
George Kirby
Kaye Stevens
David Frost
Woody Allen
Sing America Beautiful
Tennessee Ernie Ford
Danny Thomas
Diahann Carroll
Smothers Brothers
Arlene Golonka
International Children's Choir
Marine Aircraft Wing Band
NFL
Oakland Raiders
Merv Griffin
Juliet Prowse
B. B. King
Johnny Carson
George Burns
Suzanne Pleshette
al Hirt
Don Ho
Cate Clark
James Stewart
Richard Egan
Henry Fonda
Fredric March
Humphrey Bogart
Terry-Thomas
Eddie
Beaver
the Temptations
Ernie
Shiloh
Men At Law
Immortal
ABC News
CBS News
Hawaii
NBC News
Room
Lucy Ahiet
Smith’s Family
Rome
Dick van Dyke
Peyton Place
Granddaddy
Dan
Adam
Buck Owens
Dean Martin
Lucy
Dick Cavett
Thursday Ledgerland Station Listings and Highlights
TV schedule overview shows Jim Nabors final live show at 7 pm on channels 4 7 13 with reruns of Frank Sutton Karen Morrow and Ronnie Schell plus Montreals Check Mate and Murder. Ironside rerun Part 1 and Granddaddy with Hans Conried also aired. CBS 12 lists morning and daytime lineups. Chamber of Horrors with Patrick O Neal 1966 thriller airs later with Merv Griffin.
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Jim Nabors
Frank Sutton
Karen Morrow
Ronnie Schell
Ironside
Montreal
Granddaddy
Hans Conried
David Frost
Andy Williams
CBS
Chamber of Horrors
Patrick O’neal
Merv Griffin
Ixlen Campbell
Johnny Carson
Jack Jones
Norm Crosby
James Mason
Sidney Poitier
Parick. O'Neal
Gene Kelly
Burt Lancaster
Hugh O'Brian
James Stewart
Justice in America examines court congestion and delayed trials
CBSsJustice in America shows how overcrowded courts delay criminal and civil cases nationwide. It highlights plea bargaining, limits on appeals, and reforms to move automobile negligence cases, reduce jury sizes, and shift cases to other tribunals. The program stresses that injustice arises when justice is delayed.
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Cynthia Lowry
AFP
NEW York
CBS
Los Angeles
Insurance Company
California
Chicago
Birthday wishes for Charles Powers and friends Friday
Greetings mark a Friday celebration for Charles Powers Billy Ward Mrs William McCallum and Tracy Elaine Owens with cake and candles at a shared party setting.
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Charles Powers
Billy Ward
William McCallum
Tracy Elaine Owens
Mexican Ledger publication details and rates
Daily newspaper published at 300 N Washington St Mexico Missouri except Sundays and holidays. Rates: single copy 10 cents. Carrier in Mexico and nearby towns 2.00 per month. Mail in Audrain and adjacent counties 12 per year mos 6 3 months 6. Mail in all other Missouri counties 18 per year 6 months 13 3 months 9. Out of state 21 per year 6 months 14 3 months 11. Armed forces anywhere 1 per month. Office hours 800 am to 530 pm weekdays 1000 am to 300 pm Saturday.
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Washington St
Mexico
Audrain
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