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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1970
Page
2
Editorial argues questions about where people get news differ. It contrasts local paper for home news with TV for world news, criticizing TV for prioritizing entertainment and ads over actual news coverage.
A reflective note cites Mark 3 2 about healing on the sabbath and questions inflicting harm on the day. It adds a call for mercy across Sundays Wednesdays and Saturdays for those unable to help themselves.
Editor cites forum reader letters questioning UNICEF operations. Claims include Red China aid in 1961 totaling 1 536 109 46 and 51 million in food and drugs to Cuba in 1969. Suggests UNICEF funds are government administered and offers pamphlet via National Defense Committee address.
Greetings extend to Ricky Baker of Perry, Clinton Stanley, Michael Lee Wood, Mrs. Harry Talley, Millian Roscoe Heath Jr., Bertha Long, Cleo Brown, Keith Dennis Pugh, Beth Smiley, the Rev. C. A. Trotter, Gail Lynn Burnett, Herbert Dahl, Helen Bounds, John Woolery, Robert Lee Paris, Mary Barnes and Cheryl Feger with cake and candles this Saturday.
The Mexico Ledger lists publication details and pricing. It states publication daily except Sundays and holidays at 300 N Washington St Mexico Mo 65265. Rates include single copy 10c, carrier in town 2.00 per month, and mailed subscriptions with regional prices across Audrain and adjoining counties and other Missouri counties. Armed forces rate is 1 per month. Office hours are 8:00 am to 5:30 pm weekdays and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Saturdays.
Brandeis University dedicates a 4.5 million dollar five building student center totaling 130000 square feet. The complex includes an assembly hall, banquet hall, bookstore, campus post office, lounges, student organization offices, administrative offices and a cafeteria.
A collage of reader questions and Ann Landers replies covers marriage, divorce, and ambitions. A teen regrets marrying early and seeks forgiveness. a letter complains of junk mail and asks how to opt out. a 17 year old engaged student reflects on insurance questionnaires and school, with Ann’s guidance threaded through. The tone mirrors a 1990s advice column with personal confessions, humor, and practical tips.
In a letter to Dr Thosteson a reader asks if eight week intervals for blood donation are safe for a healthy man and whether fatigue and pale skin could stem from other issues. The doctor notes the Red Cross allows eight week donations and that blood is tested for anemia before each draw. He suggests further checks on rest and eating, and possible thyroid issues, if fatigue persists.
Erroneous listings due to unreported changes by stations. Items include KTVI in St Louis KOEE Keo Ottumwa KMOX TV and other channel notes in St Louis Hannibal Columbia Quincy and Deff City Messeo See Ty with Teletype News 12 Weather.
TV schedule notes for channels 2 4 5 7 8 10 and 11. Listings include movies The Shuttered Room 1967 with Carol Lynley and Gig Young and Tycoon 1947 with John Wayne, plus guests Dean Martin and Dick Cavett segments and sports NHL hockey St Louis Blues vs Bruins.
The page previews Robert Culp guesting on Name of the Game in Little Bear Died Running at 7:30 p.m. and 8:10, with Stan Musial appearing briefly on That Girl at 8:00. It cites a CBS movie block at 8:00 and One-Eyed Jacks with Brando and Malden, plus a dense guide to programs across channels with dates, times, and celebrity mentions.
AP writer Cynthia Lowry notes half the nations viewers watched election returns. NBC filled the night with Greer Garson in The Men from Shiloh followed by Highlights from the 1971 Ice Capades hosted by David Janssen. Nielsen results crown Marcus Welby M D on ABC with Flip Wilson Show second. Also reports a forecast drop in U S farms from 3 million to about 2 million by 1980.
A promotional note markets Odrinex tiny tablets for weight loss claiming no dangerous drugs no starving and no special exercise. It touts 10 years of use by thousands nationwide with refunds by druggist if ugly fat remains and lists prices 3.25 and 5.25 with mail orders through A and E Prescription at 101 N Washington.
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