Editorial praise and critique of television in campaigns
A editorial voice lauds television as a powerful tool yet criticizes its misuse in American politics. It highlights CBS and ABC broadcasts as examples of strong journalism, urges limits on political commercials, and favors live candidate appearances and on-air debates to curb image driven manipulation.
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Mary
CBS
ABC
Walter Cronkite
Frank Reynolds
Missouri
Way and Truth in Jesus Christ Featured by Minister
In Middletown Christian Church Minister Hugh Ash urges believers to trust that Jesus Christ is the Way, quoting John 14 5 and likening today’s seekers to Thomas while affirming the same answer through faith.
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Thomas
Jesus Christ
Hugh Ash
Middletown Christian Church
Sacred Heart
Corky
Bullwinkle
Church
Herald of Truth
Danebee
Open Forum Letter Attacks Audrain County Ballot Choices
In the Open Forum from October 28, 1970 Ralph Lierheimer accuses a letter to Audrain County voters of “fallacious implications” and “half-truths” and calls for publication of the letter. The writer promotes Democratic candidates for reelection, critiques Danforth and Bond, questions Alice Churches’ qualifications, and cites concerns about the 1968 Republican administration including wars, a falling Dow Jones, inflation, and high interest rates.
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Ralph Lierheimer
Republican Central Committee
Audrain County
Mexico
Danforth
Les
Paigning
Aumongh
Holman
Alice Churches
Dow Jones Ae
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Sande
Stuttering In A 2 Year Old Raises Questions For Parents
A letter to Dr Thosteson describes a two year old boy who began stuttering six weeks ago after speaking clearly earlier. The writer asks if the condition may be inherited and whether therapy or neurology consultation is advised. The note notes accompanying observations on temperament, blood sugar, and family traits, ending with a political signature.
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Thosteson
J. R
Sion
Thesteson
Orlo
R. R
Gloomy Talk on Eye Color Genetics and Sunglass Query
A reader discusses recessive eye color and how blue eyed parents may have a brown eyed child. The letter notes public preoccupation, cites a chart, and presents a medical query about prescription sunglasses for a near sighted 17 year old and safety of wearing them.
Television Listings and Program HI
Television listings show a range of channels and times with terse entries. Names like Leuls Rive Oitumwa Kmoxtv Louis Redety and others appear as channel and program references amid Weather and News briefs in the Teletype listing dated the 26th.
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Rive
Oitumwa
Louis
Redety
Night TV Lineup and Movie Schedule Highlights
TV guide style rundown lists tonight's offerings with Gilligan characters, Dick Cavett late show, Warned Shot film, Desert Fury, and 1967 movie marathons. Includes sports scores, college football previews, and varied programs across ABC CBS NBC and local channels.
Sunday Listings and Film Highlights in Ledgerland
A jumble of channel schedules lists film, sports, and talk segments across Chan-1 and other outlets with titles such as The Metaphysics of Buster and Rip Van Winkle, Johnny Cash races, and Walter Cronkite hosted events. The piece weaves in viewer tips, guest stars, and a plant for a sinus booklet by Dr Thosteson, plus a note on copper bracelets for arthritis and reader questions.
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Buster,Hollow
Rip van Winkle
Glen Campbell
Warner Oland
Keaton
Riverside
Johnny Cash
1937 Chan
Calif
Walter
Jume Garter
Tim Comway
James Stewart
Cronkite
Elec
Liiogene Coca
Dan
Blocker
Sergio Mendes
Light Brigade
Atjand
Disney
Brasil
Errol Flynn
Adventue
Taft
Burgess’ Meredith
Metzenbaum
Snow Bear
Hal Holbrook
Glenn Ford
Foot
Kimo Boy
San Diego Chargers
Ed Sullivan
World Browns
Cleveland
Melha Monre
Tha “Purl Morrhae
Thosteson
Webbie Greaiejr
Roy Giath
Nentry
Vikings
Lions
Detroit
Richard Pryor
Horse Soldiers
John Wayne
ABC
Natalie Wood
Oakland Raiders
Chiefs
Mister Jerico
Connie Stevens
Son of Kong
Robert the Great
Suzie Wong
Gun- Armstrong
William Holden
Nancy
Audre Murphy
Behind Your Television Screen Drama Reflects TV Season Mix
A late decade TV guide notes a mix of comedies and fantasy series failing or thriving. Bewitched Jeannie Nanny and the Professor and Hollywood staples like Bonanza and Walt Disney programs shape a shifting prime time landscape.
Mexico Ledger Feels Friday Rage Oct 30 1970
The Mexico Ledger reports a Friday event dated October 30, 1970. Details are partial but indicate a notable incident prompting coverage in the local paper. The page segment emphasizes contemporary happenings with minimal readable specifics.
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Mexico MO
Ledger
Dear Ann Landers Advice Column Fragment
A chaotic letter asks how to handle a sister planning to marry a man with a history of infidelity and a child. responses advise managing family dynamics, caution about unpredictable behavior, and suggest consulting Ann Landers books. The message includes stray fragments about a brother killed in Vietnam and a nine year old involved in gossip.
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Ann
Laudera
Ann Landers
Ann Landergin
A.C
D.C
Burglary Attempt Hits Benton City Garage Door
Police report a burglary attempt at Crockett's Garage in Benton City disrupted by a hammer strike. Wesley Robinson of An attempted break in led to injury imprisonment. Ohio?
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Wesley Robinson
Benton City
Crockett
Audrain Hospital
Naing
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