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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1977
Page
2
This editorial reflects on Vietnam and Watergate as shared national wounds. It credits President Ford as steady after the crises and portrays Jimmy Carter as a hopeful, evolving leader navigating postwar, post scandal doubts while urging a return to American trust and unity.
A devotional snippet cites Isaias 40:2 praising forgiven iniquity and urges delivering a message of salvation and full redemption to ministers. This compact fragment frames faith, forgiveness, and ministerial duty in a prayerful tone.
Prairie Dale 4 H member Nancy Schnarre shares practical winter pet care advice from a national magazine. Tips cover increased indoor nutrition for outdoor pets, frequent water changes, windbreaks and sun orientation for dog houses, waterproofing and raised floors, sheltered warm spots, dry bedding, avoid drastic temperature changes, indoor outdoor balance, limited exercise, and dangers of antifreeze and chemical deicers.
Harold Volkmer of Hannibal, Missouri ninth district congressman, told the House that only meat axe style spending cuts will curb federal outlays. He urged proportional district cuts by Congress and senators, arguing a balanced budget requires limiting spending to match revenue.
Dear Ann Landers letters discuss state driving dangers with National Safety Council stats, then a reader birthday plight and a cheeky remedy about reminders. The column cites Houston and Chicago as risky cities, notes December and January as hazardous months, and ends with drug advice and a booklet offer.
Reader questions amenorrhea after menarche and weight loss issues in a 15 year old. Doctor links possible gland issues to strict dieting and age, advises endocrinologist evaluation and notes weight near normal. Second letter asks about menopause symptoms and guidance. The doctor suggests expectations and a booklet may help. A reader with post breast surgery spots seeks diagnosis. Possible purpura or benign blemishes. blood count advised. Confidential note on male impotence suggests psychological factors and patience.
Greetings Birthday cake and candles on Saturday to Cloyd Dingman Dorothy Atter berry Larry Dale Woods Roland Frey Gerry Conklin Mrs Frances Munckton Mrs Clara Newsom Carol Newsom Lloyd N Schutz of Clark Don Grimwood Deanna Reams Mrs Helen C Smith Lisa Lina Goslin William Holtkamp Sandy Martin
Channels Tonight lists various erroneous listings due to unreported changes. Programs include The Waltons at 7:00 p.m. on channels 4 7 13, Lee Marvin hosting Superstunt at 7:00 on channels 5 8 10, Neil Diamond hour at 9:00 on channels 5 8 10, and Dick Cavett’s guest Belle Abang at 10:00 on channel 9. A collage of remaining kids shows, cartoons, and soap operas fills late afternoon to night slots amid scattered local station identifications and weather notes.
Channel 12 Tonight presents MHS Presents at 6:00 followed by MMA Presents at 6:30 with listings for Guinness displays and a montage of shows including The Waltons Emergency and late night Newscasts. Elvis films Ride The High Wind and Girl Happy are scheduled with various serials and game shows.
A dense TV guide snapshot highlights Eddie Rickenbacker on American Lifestyle at 6 30, Donny and Marie with Cindy Williams Paul Lynde and Bruce Kimmel at 7, and Mary White at 8 00. Channel 5 retro clips air Best Of Newsbeat Offbeat at 7 30. Boxing clips feature Spinks vs Righetti late night.
AP Television Writer Jay Sharbutt reports The Waltons shift toward World War II as the family faces looming drafts and Army maneuvers on Grandpa Walton's land. Creator Earl Hamner notes the show will focus on the home front while four Walton brothers await or enter service. John-Boy's status is referenced though actor Richard Thomas has left the series.
A compact survey of diverse items from 1877 to 1972 notes births in Mexico and business talks at Kraft Cheese Co plant sites, Hardin College fundraising in St Louis, a notable death of Paul Brown, paving bids in 1937, used car prices, the first snowfall, royal lineage claims, a scavenger clothing drive, Christian Youth Council leadership, church pastor appointment, executive changes at A P Green Refractories, Kaiser and other plant contracts, and regional gas and power outages affecting industrial users.
Mexico Tedger lists publication details including daily weekday publication, address at 300 N Washington St Mexico Mo 65265 and mail rates by region. Rates shown for Mexico trade area Audrain and adjoining counties and all other Missouri counties plus out-of-state, with Armed Forces rate. Office hours posted for weekdays and Saturdays.
Local dealer’s listing touts a sharp low mileage Malibu station wagon powered by a 350 V-8 with automatic transmission. Features include power steering and brakes and air conditioning, emphasizing local ownership and condition.
One owner car with 14,000 actual miles. Four door wagon with automatic transmission, air conditioning, power steering, six cylinder engine and more. Local listing.
Nicely equipped Impala two door hardtop with air conditioning and 51,000 miles.
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