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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1974
Page
2
The piece argues clemency for Vietnam draft dodgers and deserters over amnesty. It defends the need to uphold law while praising freedom, referencing Ford’s plan and public reaction. It contrasts mercy with lawful obligation and links national defense to anti communism abroad.
A devotional reflection cites Matthew 15 28 where faith moves Jesus to heal. The piece emphasizes that great faith brings answered prayer for oneself or a loved one, urging trust and steadfast belief in divine power.
Saturday wishes are extended to Louis Luckner and several community members including Mrs. John P. Wagner of Middletown Mrs. Don Bishop Kay Parrott Mrs. Ray White Donna Sue Moser Janet LaRue Gina Sue Shellabarger and Teresa Knipp of Auxvasse with birthday cake and candles.
A reader dispute to the Ledger editor challenges President Ford's Nixon pardon. The letter argues Nixon was not tried, urges Congress to rescind presidential power, and condemns Watergate as a democracy issue beyond one man. A second correspondent defends Nixon’s legacy and criticizes Hungate, urging impeachment for disunity.
A reader shares a charming essay about First Born Middle Child and Baby, a nostalgic note from a mother to her children. The piece contrasts each child’s role in the family story, ending with a playful exchange about a poker question and Hoyle's guidance.
In a terse matchup, St Louis edges Jeff City with key plays by Kebj ty and Ty. The flow centers on St Louis 11 points and Jeff City 13 with final 17 possibly indicating game markers.
A dense newspaper style list covers The Waltons at 7 on multiple channels, plus Evening at Pops, Paper Moon, Skin Game, and Movin On. Football WFL Chicago Fire vs Florida Blazers at 8, late-night lineups include Johnny Carson Tonight and a Paramount history tour with Swanson Benny Douglas.
TV guide style listing outlining Planet of the Apes at 7 p.m. on channels 4 7 13, Bonnie and Clyde 1967 on 4 7 13, and multiple later movie slots with titles such as Desert Hawk Torrid Zone Hell And High Water The Trouble With Girls Island Of The Burning Doomed and The Romance Of Rosy Ridge. Also lists daytime shows, news, game shows, and soap operas across channels with scattered times and program blocks.
Weather and events from September 1964 include the Missouri Corn Picking Contest entries by Tom Fennewald Raymond Smith and Robert Groves, a grass and timber fire near Wellsville burning over 200 acres, and horse show judging by Bill Cunningham with ribbons at multiple state fairs. Also noted are stock car wins by Russell Fierge racing in Missouri, and local club croquet court construction at Mexico Country Club.
A compact list of crossword prompts with numbered clues spanning various words and definitions grouped under two header blocks. The items include common terms like lighthouse temple and meaning, plus names and roles such as minister and king Henry, with entries hinting at word lengths and cross references from a Baptist meeting context.
The Mexico Codger at 300 N. Washington St Mexico Mo lists publication days as daily except Sundays and holidays. It details postal classifications, single copy price, and subscription rates by area including Audrain and adjoining counties, other Missouri counties, and out-of-state, with special military rates and office hours.
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