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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1972
Page
2
A Ledger note introduces the next guest editorial in a series. Each writer holds or seeks an office, and the newspaper expects readers to value the opinion. The editors acknowledge the personal views as the author’s own.
Secretary of State James C. Kirkpatrick argues Missouri needs statewide voter registration to modernize elections, ensure uniform residency rules, predict turnout, cut costs, and curb absentee abuses. He notes 81 counties lack registration, cost per voter at start about $1, then 40 cents, and urges adoption in 1973.
A brief reflection contrasts Genesis 1:1 with a claim that the first four words reveal the key to success in any project, framing ambition through biblical origin.
A reader letter may be published anonymously if circumstances warrant but The Ledger will not consider any letter without the writer's known name. The policy emphasizes transparency and accountability for published letters.
Sir Francis Chichester, 65, battled cancer to complete the 1966-67 circumnavigation aboard Gypsy Moth IV, a 28 500 mile solo voyage with one port of call. His death renews debate on modern heroism as readers recall a life spent on risky ventures and far horizons.
A reader seeks tact for nondesirable family digs about an aunt, and Ann advises stopping a talkative niece mid‑speech with a firm rebuke. Also discussed is etiquette on BYO liquor for a 25th wedding anniversary invitation and a teen generation defense against harsh stereotypes.
The column notes nystagmus as a vision handicap that can begin early or later in life. There are many types of nystagmus with movements side to side up and down or circular. Causes vary and treatment may include glasses though the condition often remains a challenge.
Dr George C Thosteson explains nystagmus may stem from refractive errors or other illnesses and notes head tilting is likely an attempt to see better. He urges care by a fully qualified eye specialist and says the condition won’t self correct. In a reader question, he describes lingering marble like injections from prior iron and liver shots and their scar tissue nature.
Historical notes from Mexico reflect leadership changes at A P Green Fire Brick Co and local records. William S Lowe, president of A P Green Fire Brick Co, appointed chairman of William Woors College board, succeeding J H Atkinson of Fulton.
Friday greetings go to Lester Hinton Conrad Sannebeck Beverly Ann Hanna Herbert Belcher Lyle Mitchell Rice Elsie Jesse Audrey Lee Hinton Beulah Mudd Belinda Jo Williams Kay Ward Suzanne Heath Donald Jenkins and Dwight Alan Whitaker. Also noting Republican Sen Charles H Percy turning 53 and film director Arthur Penn at 50 with a Thought for today by Oliver Wendell Holmes on freedom of speech not allowing shouting fire in a crowded theater.
Erroneous listings show station call signs with cities Saint Louis Ottumwa Columbia Hannibal Quincy and others. Weather note references unreported changes and a weather line marked See Io 12.
Channel lineups feature Paul Lynde insult comedy with Stiller and Meara at 7 p.m. on multiple stations, plus Andy Griffith and Helen Reddy with Carol Burnett at 7 on others. The Fine Art Of Goofing Off airs as Channel 9’s 7 p.m. listing with audience participation. An ABC Movie at 7:30 stars Susan Hayward and Darren McGavin in Say Goodbye Maggie Cole. Banacek pursues vanishing cars in a 7:30 crime drama. Additional daytime and late afternoon fare includes Mike Douglas, Phil Donahue, Showtimes, and adventures from Flipper to Gilligan set across several channels.
Television listings present a lineup with Spies, a 1928 silent by Fritz Lang, at 7:30 on channel 9. The page also notes Medical Center drama at 8:00, guest performers for 9:00 shows, and a sequence of film titles with channel numbers and qualitative notes.
NBC Reports special edition examines media coverage of Senator McGovern and President Nixon era bias claims. Panelists including Mankiewicz Safire and Bradlee debate fairness of coverage and Eagleton disclosures with Tydings defending full context.
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