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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1971
Page
2
The writer argues that Russia and Red China are not our friends but hostile, police states pursuing global communism. They claim travel restrictions and self-interest drive their actions, urging readers to prioritize American self-interest and caution about trusting these regimes.
A devotional note praises song as God's gift and a release for people. The text cites Psalm 47 6 and frames song as constant praise to the king of all. It emphasizes music as a spiritual expression.
Ferrie F. Taft questions the value of allowing early drinking to get young people started and refers to risks of alcohol leading to folly and the need for hospitalization or recuperation. The piece asks whether such a policy is worth it.
Yesterday in Mexico the Mexico Junior Chamber of Commerce planned a one day drive in at the A and W Root Beer on Highway 54 East to raise funds for civic and charitable work. Jaycees will serve all day from 10 30 a.m. to about 11 p.m. with regular prices. Larry Sherrow, son of Cecil and Mrs Sherrow, has enrolled at the University of Missouri veterinary medicine in Columbia after graduating from Mexico High School this spring and working at the Animal Hospital for two years. Preparations for the opening of the Audrain County Memorial Courthouse proceeding through the au ue sine at meeting. Audrain County schools including Mexico, Vandalia, Farber and rural schools invited to witness. Martha Nesheim will leave for Luther College in Maryland for the Women’s College program opening September 25. In 1921 Hardin students greeted by Rotary Club as they arrived by train at three o clock with decorated cars for a trip to Mexico. Trains also brought cadets for the Missouri Military Academy opening this week. Alex Hope, former Ledger city editor, visiting Mexico after a Mississippi River cruise on a submarine chaser. Hope will return to Mexico, then go to Princeton University.
A Kalamazoo teen writes a diary style piece printed in Tiger Tattler about a fatal car crash. The narrator, age 17, recalls the thrill of driving, a tragic accident, and his plea for one more chance to live and be careful. The piece emphasizes grief, family pain, and the desire to avoid becoming a statistic.
A letter discusses sugar level swings in diabetes, noting that insulin reactions can cause convulsions and aggression. It advises medical follow up, monitoring sugar control, and considering glucagon as a rapid-acting aid to raise blood sugar, followed by sugar to restore balance.
An August 1971 sketch profiles 1972 presidential contenders. Nixon remains the likely GOP nominee with McCloskey and Connally as possible challengers. On the Democratic side Muskie Humphrey McCarthy McGovern Kennedy Jackson Lindsay Bayh Harris are listed with varied prospects and quirks.
TV listings note changes from stations with unreported schedules. A half hour underwater drama Primus premieres at 6 30 p m on Channel 7. NBC CBS previews at 6 30. Gunsmoke season 17 starts at 7 with The Lost on channels 4 7 13. Laugh-In with Martha Mitchell at 5 8 10, Rear Window on 2 3 at 7 30, Here's Lucy at 8 with Flip Wilson on 4 7 13.
Prime time features Bob Hope parodying Planet of the Apes with a star lineup. David Frost show with George Hamilton guest host. My Three Sons returns in a dual role plus new Laugh-in style comedy and Arnie at new times. Dick Cavett returns. Burt Reynolds substitutes for Johnny Carson. Movie slate includes Ring of Fire and Ministry of Fear with assorted stations and times.
Tuesday listings sketch Glen Campbell hosting a prime time hour at 6:30 p.m. with John Wayne Tim Conway and the Three Dog Night. NBC airs The Priest Killer whod unit with Raymond Burr as Ironside and George Kennedy debuting Sarge. ABC offers The Forgotten Man with Dennis Weaver at 7:30 p.m. plus David Frost at 8:00 p.m. with George Hamilton on 24 Hours.
A Wednesday birthday wish is extended to Jo Etta Williams wife of James C Botts and to W Buckner Neate Tommy Marshall Shannon Spurling Janet Ruge James Winkelmann Jacquelyn Jean Talley and Karroll Hillebrand in a local message of celebration.
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