Editorial Targeting Religious Cults and Moonies Sparks Debate
In Open Forum Mrs Kay Isgrig praises a library book about brainwashing by religious cults. The editorial cautions against the Moonies led by Sun Myung Moon, recounting a Washington rally and a high profile custody incident. It warns families to scrutinize missionary solicitations abroad and questions the impact on genuine religious belief.
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Kay Isgrig
Jesus
Mexico
Sun Myong Moon
United States
Europe
Moon
Washington
Moonies
Unification Church
John H. Trimble
Bethesda
Clark
Clark Trimble
Park Service
Clark K. Trimble
Ledgerland
End Day Message On Salvation And Faith
A brief spiritual note cites Romans 10 13 affirming salvation through calling on the Lord Jesus Christ. It urges belief talk to Him and to live righteously as guidance for believers.
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Lord Jesus Christ
Let Our Children Go recommended by Ledger editor
Open Forum editor Kay Isgrig urges Ledgerland parents to read Ted Patrick’s Let Our Children Go at Audrain County Library. She argues against absentee ownership in local banks, praising First National’s service and warning that a syndicated paper could harm Mexico and Audrain County communities.
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Ledger
Ledgerland
Ted Patrick
Audrain County
America
Dr. Moon
Kay Isgrig
United States
Mexico
Missouri
Bowling Green
First National
Fred A. Morris
Commerce Bank
Brad Brett
Board of
Laddonia
Martinsburg
Chamber of Commerce
Leave Is No Place To Go Dear Ann Landers
Ann Landers addresses battered wives with practical guidance urging contact with authorities and support networks. A reader disputes advice to leave, citing lack of shelters and ongoing abuse. The column encourages seeking help from clergy, charities, and feminist groups, and promotes the new drug guidance booklet.
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Ann Landers
London
United States
W.H
Catholic Charities
Family Service Assn
Salvation Army
Jewish Welfare
Community Referral Service
N.O.W
Doctor
Ann
Cincinnati
T.M
Bell's palsy causes and care explained in plain terms
The letter explains Bell's palsy features such as facial droop and inability to close an eye, notes that about 85 percent recover fully, and outlines tests and treatments including electrical stimulation, facial exercises, heat, eye care with a shield and tears, and possible prednisone use. It also mentions prognosis and rare surgical relief when recovery stalls.
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Bell
Mexico local history roundup dated September events 1926 1936 1946 1956 1966
Chronicle lists multiple dated notices from September 22 across decades in Mexico Missouri. Highlights include Bradford Brett elected to Federal Reserve Bank board post, Rex Hollenbeck and John B. Stone named soil district supervisors, and five new teachers appointed. Also Rotary district governor Elmer McGee, student enrollments in C-2 rural schools, Republican HQ opening, and various civic milestones at local schools and clubs across 1926 to 1966.
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Bradford Brett
First National Bank
Federal Reserve Bank of
St. Louis
Rex Hollenbeck
John B. Stone
Paris
Monroe County
Elmer McGee
Mexico
Rotary International
St.ouis
Pilcher
East Jackson Street
Wright Brothers
N. Cole
Marie Cauthorn
Claire Morley
Ellsworth Green
Mexico Junior Chamber of Commerce
Paul Rutter
Warren McIntyre
Elisha Carter
Lowell Hagan
Missouri Crippled Children’s Service
Mexico Rotary Club
First Christian Church
P.E. Coil
Audrain County
Democratic Central Committee
Jefferson City
Central School
Board of Education
Garfield School
Lucille Lofton
Town Girl’s Club
Carolyn Steinman
Emabel Offutt
TV Guide Style Night with The Million Dollar Ripoff
NBC picks The Million Dollar Ripoff at 7:00 p.m. on channels 5 8 10 with Chico Prinze in a dramatic crook role. The Race For The Double Helix airs at 7:00 on channel 9, and Ball Four debuts at 7:30 on channels 4 7 13 as a half hour baseball comedy.
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NBC
Freddie
Chico) Prinze
Crook
Jim Bouton
Archie Bunker
America
Quest
Kurt Russell
Tim Matheson
Charlie’s Angels
George Kennedy
Blue
Pappy Boyington
Tony Randall
Hollywood Television Theater
Pirandello
John Houseman
Andy Griffith
Ford Carter Debate Highlights Shake Up TV Listings
Thursday Ledgerland station schedule notes networks reshaping the night for the Ford Carter presidential debate at 8 20 p m Special listings include The 128 000 Question at 6 30 Gemini Man 15 minute invisibility episodes and Peanuts You're Not Elected Charlie Brown at 7 00 with The Waltons season five opener. Local daytime and primetime blocks show news weather and varied entertainment across channels.
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Channel 8
Charlie Brown
Waltons
John Boy
Woman's World
Weatherscan
George & Friends
Phil Donahue
Cross-Wits
Mary Hartman
Marcus Welby
Questic
Dinah
Family Feud
Lorenzo
Mr. Rogers
Lassie Gilligan
Dick van Dyke
Electric Co
Peanuts
One Life
Gomer
Guiding Light
Showtime Jownstairs
Doctors
Bozo
St. Louis
Dan
ABC Randa
CBS
Mike Douglas
NBC
Mery Griffin
Somerset
Andy Griffith
Patsidge Fs Family
Ryan's
Price Right
Hogan's Heroes
Mixed New TV Waves From CBS ABC NBC Tonight
AP review highlights CBS Ball Four a baseball satire with Jim Bouton and a gag filled cast, ABCs Charlie’s Angels a stylish private eye drama with Kate Jackson Farrah Fawcett Majors and Jaclyn Smith, and NBCs The Quest a gritty Old West tale of two brothers rescuing their sister amid frontier violence and racial tensions.
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Jay Sharbutt
LOS Angeles
CBS
ABC
Charlie’s Angels
Triple Vision
NBC
Quest
Jimny Bouton
Jim
Ty Eritie
Marvin Kitman
Vic Ziegel
Boutan
Flake
Washington Americans
Congress
Ben Davidson
Lenny Schultz
Marco St. John
Jack
Kate Jackson
Farrah Fawcett-Majors
Jaclyn Smith
Private Eye Emporium
John Forsythe
Smart
John
Angels
Kurt Russell
Tim Matheson
Birthday Greetings For Local Notables This Friday
Friday brings well wishes to Bobby Armstrong Charles Henry Hayes and Karen Wilders along with Forest Sudbrook Joyce Loehnig Mari Anne Berry James R Sims Mrs Henry Reichers Mrs Harry Humphrey Marlene Jones Don Williams and Bryan J R Palliser in a community observance celebrating birthdays across town.
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Bobby Armstrong
Charles Henry Hayes
Karen Wilders
Forest Sudbrook
Joyce Loehnig
Mari Anne Berry
James R. Sims
Henry Reichers
Harry Humphrey
Marlene Jones
Don Willams
Bryan J.R. Palliser
Mexico Ledger Advertising Rates and Office Hours
The Mexico Ledger lists pricing for subscriptions and single copies, including nationwide, state, and military mail options. It also notes office hours from Monday through Saturday and postage details for Mexico, Audrain County, and surrounding areas.
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Mexico Ledger
Washington St
Mexico
Audrain
APO
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