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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1972
Page
2
Mrs Helen Burchfield urges a community self improvement theme inspired by Reader's Digest and asserts improvement starts with individuals. She argues residents praise or blame the town by reflecting on their own actions and urges everyone to contribute to Mexico's betterment.
A reflective note on Matthew 5 17 quoting Jesus about not abolishing but fulfilling the law and prophets. Emphasizes the importance of familiarity with both Old and New Testaments for understanding Christian faith.
In Hutchinson Kansas the opinion piece contrasts high athletic pay with academic rankings. It questions the value of top ten lists in college sports, noting big salaries for players and coaches amid concerns about universities’ core missions and the link between athletic prowess and higher learning.
The Rev. Robert R. Collins of First Presbyterian Church and his family depart for Glasgow to swap pulpits with Rev. Donald B. Rennie for two months. At Mexico High School 1962, valedictorian tie announced between Gerald Goff and Connie Niedergerke, with Katherine Schutz as salutatorian. Also noted, on May 25, 1952, Jay A. Williams, a Mexico CPA, was elected president of Missouri Public Accountants' Association at their St. Louis meeting. Cpl. Marion Maxwell has...
A 1922 Mexico Ledger issue mentions Lieut. Col. Frank C. Mohler of Mexico becoming vice president of Missouri State chapter of the Reserve Officers Association and Lieut. Edward I. Dunkin selected as Missouri’s delegate to the national convention in San Antonio. It also notes Mrs. D. A. McMillan’s flower show win in Fulton, John Haley’s Republican bid for Congress, and L. M. White attending Journalism Week in Columbia before returning to Mexico.
Greetings extend to Paul C Smith and listed friends for a Saturday celebration. Attendees include Mrs Bertha Harmon Stanley Pulis Mrs Dorothy Stevinson Debbie Nelson of Centralia and Mrs Howard Potter.
Seattle reader warns public about fraudulent mate matching foundations after paying 480 dollars for unsuitable prospects. Ann Landers endorses Recovery, Inc. and directs seeker to national headquarters in Chicago for local meetings.
Patient letters discuss hair shedding after hepatitis and aging. Doctor explains natural hair growth, triggers like illness and menopause, and argues against vitamins or topical cures. He recommends patience, gentle care, and notes new shafts may grow. Also advertises a booklet on leg cramps.
AP reports on college graduates facing scarce job markets across the United States. Examples include a Michigan teacher surplus, a Pennsylvania economy graduate delivering papers, a Rochester engineer guarding stores, and a PhD history student receiving few teaching offers. The CBS Reports hour airs tonight 8 to 9 p.m. EDT.
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Channel and network schedule covers 6:30 p.m. onward with drivers test, NBA-ABA Super Game at 9:00, CBS Reports on Higher Education, The Forties last gun, The Bobo, boxing clash Joe Frazier vs Ron Stander, and nightly movies and late shows featuring Tarzan among others.
A dense broadcast grid lists Channel 8 programs including This Is Your Life saluting Gen Omar Bradley with Nixon and Bob Hope segments. It notes Chronolog on five channels featuring the Texas Rangers and Braille device news, plus films The Last Laugh and Paper Man. The page mixes hours, show titles, and ads for cars and local services.
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