Attica Riot Sparks Debate Over Law and Punishment
The Attica prison uprising ended with nine hostages dead as authorities retook the facility. The piece notes the murder penalty for police or correctional officers and critiques figures like William Kunstler and Bobby Seale for shaping public opinion while urging swift punishment for the rioters.
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Enduring Message of Life and Choice in Scripture
A reflective note cites Deuteronomy 30 19 and Jesus offering abundant life. It urges readers to choose life over death and blessing over curse. The passage frames a call to discernment and commitment to the best life purportedly offered by spiritual teachings.
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Dear Ann Landers letter about unwed pregnancy and deals in stores
A reader asks for guidance on keeping an unplanned pregnancy secret from her prejudiced father and mother, while Ann Landers offers blunt counsel. The column moves through readers’ notes about adopting, family pressure, and the realities of wedding party costs, ending with guidance on preflight costs of bridesmaid attire.
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Mexico
Watchful Care for High Blood Pressure Revealed by Doctor
A reader asks about causes of hypertension and whether her 37 year old husband with a 150 over 110 reading should seek medical aid. Dr Thosteson advises immediate medical evaluation, notes diastolic 110 is more alarming, and cautions on extreme spa temperature changes until tests including ECG and kidney function are done. He emphasizes not delaying care and suggests focusing on controllable factors.
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Open Forum Letter on Liquor By The Drink
Jerome W Seigfreid argues for allowing liquor by the drink in Mexico arguing it supports local businesses and aligns with neighboring towns. He notes Missouri allows liquor sales and cites alcohol access in Columbia Jefferson City Macon Hannibal. He frames opposition as restricting personal freedom and urges voters to chose freedom of choice.
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Mexico legal leaders to install Wright as Missouri Bar president
Jackson A Wright a Mexico attorney and Missouri Bar Assn president elect will be installed as president at the Kansas City state meeting this month. Edward Biggar Kansas City chairman says over 1600 Missouri lawyers and their wives expected at the Muehlbach Hotel.
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Friday Birthday Wishes for Local Residents
Delores Lorraine Clark Mrs Clarence Beatty Bob Hawkins Ross Vance Goldie Nichols J W Given James Travis Ronald Belcher James Lloyd Ham Larry Peters Karen Sue Moore and Robert Clithero celebrate birthdays this Friday in Laddonia sharing well wishes from friends and neighbors.
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Clarence Beatty
Bob Hawkins
Ross Vance
Goldie Nichols
Laddonia
J. W. Given
James Travis
Ronald Belcher
James Lloyd Ham
Larry Peters
Karen Sue Moore
Robert Clithero
TV Channels Listed With Station Names Across Cities
A list of channel designations and station names appears in St. Louis Ottumwa Hannibal Jett City Komty and Quincy with several locations in Mexico and collegiate towns. The entry notes erroneous listings due to unreported changes by the stations and includes Teletype News and Weather News segments.
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Jett City
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Columbia Mexico Sea
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Quincy
Kpl
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Anyard
Television Listings and Highlights for Tonight
Network changes shrink daytime hours and offer a varied slate. Lassie reruns on Channel 4 while Nashville music airs on Channel 7 and Ryder Cup previews on Channel 6. Patti Page and Johnny Mathis present Stand Up And Cheer on Channel 4. Carol Burnett starts a new season at 7 on channels 4 7 and 13 with Jim Nabors.
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Carol Burnett
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Primus Debuts In Underwater Adventure On Channel 4
TV listings show Primus an underwater adventure series starting at 6 30 p m on Channel 4 along with Rolling on the River a music comedy featuring Kenny Rogers Tom Smothers and Flip Wilson at 7 00 on Channel 4 8 10 with Ed Sullivan Lucille Ball and the Osmond brothers. Bearcats new ad venture with Rod Taylor Dennis Cole airs 7 00 on 4 7 13. Longstreet begins at 8 00 on 2 3 with The Way of the Intercepting Fist. Robert Klein substitutes for David Frost at 8 00 on 11 with Pearl Bailey Rodney Dangerfield and Bobby Gosh. CBS Movie Harper 8 00 on 4 7 13 stars Paul Newman. James Garner stars in Nichols at 8 00 on 5 8 10. Dean Martin returns at 9 00 on 5 8 10 with Art 6 See Tv Wea 5 45 AM 4 News and morning rosters follow.
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Columbo
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Tom Smothers
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Anne Player
Television night battle reshapes NBC CBS ABC lineups
NBC CBS and ABC clash on Tuesday nights as new series compete with Willy Wonka M D. Cannon and Sarge face Hawaii Five-O and Ironside in a bid to draw audiences. Cannon features William Conrad as Frank Cannon in a gritty detective drama. Sarge pairs George Kennedy as a priest and police clues in a two show blend with Ironside. Funny Side debuts with health oriented sketches and light comedy.
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Mexico Ledger Classified Business Rates Notice
The Mexico Ledger lists mailing rates and office hours. It states daily publication except Sundays and holidays, price details for subscriptions by mail or carrier, and armed forces membership at $1.25 per month. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays and 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturday.
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