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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1970
Page
2
Editorial lauds Mexico Missouri for reviving a strong Christmas program. The Chamber and Jaycees drive yearly improvements with funds, garlands, lights, and storefront decorations. County Court refurbishes the courthouse decorations. Kiwanis supports Santa and candy costs. Cooperation aims to make Mexico a standout Christmas town again.
A Ledger reader laments repeated drunken driving and seeks stricter penalties after a Highway 70 accident that killed a mother and child. The writer asks why licenses aren’t revoked after intoxicated driving and urges stopgap action to prevent future tragedies. He also thanks volunteers aiding September wildfire survivors in Southern California.
In a Monroe County appeal the authors urge Missouri to pass laws to require mining firms to reclaim soil after strip mining. They note erosion and land scars in Randolph County and praise a Peabody Coal Co and International Harvester project near Moberly that turned waste into lakes, woods, and grazing land, arguing reclaimed land preserves value despite higher mining costs.
The Mexica Ledger lists publication details with office hours from 4:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday. It provides postage and subscription rates for in-state, out-of-state, and military subscribers, noting second class mailing and location at 300 N. Washington St., Mexico, Missouri 65265.
readers relay concerns about palmistry causing a child’s short life line fear and about smoking secrecy with a teen daughter. Ann Landers counsels rational discussion with clergy, urges Verbalizing fear, and notes life line accuracy is coincidental.
Dear Dr. Thosteson explores Ritalin use for hyperactive children, distinguishing it as a psychic energizer rather than a stimulant. He notes small daily doses can aid focus, address restlessness, and channel energy, while warning against exaggeration or misuse. He also discusses safety, fears of vein stripping, and invites reader questions for future columns.
Yesterday in Mexico events featured Mrs. Jack Atkinson of Fulton cataloguing the Audrain County Historical Society 80 year saddle horse collection. The Mexico Housing Authority announced 86 public housing units start construction in January under L A Pat Daugherty.
Birthday wishes go to a long list of Martinsburg residents celebrated Monday including Mrs Glenn Whit taker Larry Estes Richard Popp Susan Dudley Kenneth Owen George Stevens Donnie and Ronnie Thurston Virgil C Thurston Roger Frisbie Michael Staehle Brenda Kay Palmer Roger Fisher Eddie Sweezer John P Duckworth. Tuesday celebrations include Don Sullivan Cecil Hawkins Mrs Clayton Snook James Bradley Doris Jean Wyss Mrs Harry Meyer Joe N Hagan Mrs Joe Timbrook David Neil Shellabarger B C Nunnelly Jr Nellie Adams Clarence Soils Julia Thurman Vandalia Debra Davis Eddie Obenlander Ellen Lavinder and Joan Harmon.
The Orrells of Detroit will be showcased with a gospel concert preview at 6:00 p.m. Monday on Channel 12 See Ty. A noon repeat Tuesday will air on Channel 12 See Ty. The Kiwanis Travelogue LeRoy Crooks World of California will be previewed at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday on Channel 12 See Tv. A Wednesday repeat of The World of California travelogue is listed at 12:00 noon.
Telecast grid shows stations and city codes such as Rei SE Louis Kitna Otkurawa Krton ty St Louis Ked ty St Louis Rhga ty Hannibal Kred te Jett City Korte Columbia Mexico Ty Weer ty Quincy teletype News Kole Weather. Erroneous listings reflect unreported changes by the stations and may be incomplete.
TV guide lists Army-Navy college game at noon and Notre Dame vs USC at 3:15, plus pro games, a Movie by Tony Franciosa, Johnny Cash and Tim Conway shows, a CP telethon, Opera and Met performances, and local newspaper desk items. Also features a noon Giants-Redskins clash and Eagles-Cardinals game at 1 PM, with various channels and times noted.
Readable fragments show extensive TV listings for multiple networks with varied programs and air times. Notable items include Philadelphia Orchestra tribute to America conducted by Eugene Ormandy, films such as The Car Petbaggers and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, plus numerous children and news segments across channels 2 3 4 5 7 8 10 11 13.
A Gun Smoke drama airs at 6 30 p m on Channels 4 7 13 with the plot centering on a prisoner facing the gallows The special Disney cartoon Winnie the Pooh and the Blustery Day features at 6 30 on channels 5 8 10 The Laugh In segment with Ernestine meeting Mr Weedle airs at 7 00 on channels 5 8 10 Also listed is Miami Dolphins versus Falcons football at 6 with additional notes See Ty and Weather Adv
Atlanta viewers tune in at 8 and 9 with Angel In My Pocket starring Andy Griffith as a minister in a folksy comedy. The slate lists Carol Burnett guests Debbie Reynolds and John Davidson with Merv Griffin and others. numerous channels and times noted for a dense, era-plate TV schedule.
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