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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1977
Page
2
An editorial urges readers to embrace civic loyalty and love for their town. It argues that residents, including former ones, should participate in local government and committees, support improvements, and avoid constant opposition to civic projects. Loyalty to town correlates with happiness and community well being.
A brief religious reflection quotes Psalm 23 affirming trust in guidance and provision. The text appeals to all people to utter the line with confidence and truth, ending with an Amen.
The Kansas City Star notes President Carter’s attack on big oil over profits amid a Senate majority opposing key energy plan provisions. Critics say the plan relies too much on conservation and taxes, with insufficient incentives for exploration and new domestic oil and gas production. Senate divisions persist on divestiture and price controls.
The Monroe County Appeal argues against any plan to end Saturday mail service. It warns of weekend mail gaps from Friday to Monday and even longer breaks on holidays, causing inconveniences and potential losses for businesses and daily life.
A 65 year old man asks about continuing sex with a 63 year old wife who claims it is obscene for older couples. Ann Landers endorses healthy sex life in later years and recommends a book on sex after sixty. The letter also covers kissing with eyes open and a 15 year old’s fear of mistakes in family business.
A reader asks about a past heart attack diagnosis from an EKG and learns that silent heart damage is possible and detectable. Other letters cover gin and tonic safety, aging urinary issues, fat blockers, teenage puberty and birth control, and advice favors cautious use of pills, education, and doctor consultation.
A collage of small notices and events dated November 30 across decades. Includes office moves for T B Buckner and Dr J W Reed in 1877 and 1927, winter weather with 12 below zero, a one day show of What Price Glory at Liberty Theater, a 1997 Mortimer murder fund update and charity show, Mexico High School athletics, and local civic notes from 1947 1967 197% and beyond.
Erroneous listings aside, channels air Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer at 7 p.m. on channels 4 7 and 13. Lure of the Dolphins documents mammal studies at 7 p.m. Bing Crosby Christmas show taped in London airs at 8 p.m. on channels 4 7 13. Channel schedules feature dramas, comedies, news, and movies across multiple stations with noted guests and performers.
Channel 10 schedules a World Literature Crusade program at 6:30 p.m. plus family films and specials throughout the evening. Highlights include Santa Claus Is Coming To Town at 7:00, The Waltons at 7:00, Billy Graham Crusade openings, Elizabeth Taylor tribute, PTL Club segments, and a late lineup of news and classic shows.
AP reports veteran CBS anchor Eric Sevareid will deliver his final nightly think piece on CBS Evening News. After 27 years on air since 1938, Sevareid retires from regular duty at 65, joining CBS as consultant while preparing a new TV series and a taped CBS interview with Charles Kuralt.
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