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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1970
Page
2
The Senate passed a 70 to 0 bill targeting unsolicited pornographic mail, requiring envelopes to label dirty mail and permitting return with sender paying postage plus a 50 cent surcharge. Critics warn such rules could threaten freedom of the press and expand to curb the underground press.
A reflective note on discipleship citing Matthew 21 6, urging strict obedience to Jesus commands. The piece contrasts a world shaped by unerring adherence with one lacking in faithful compliance, inviting contemplation of spiritual discipline.
Open Forum lists various TV channels and stations with city markers including St Louis Columbia Jeff City Mexico and Quincy. The notes reference teletype News repeats and weather updates with channel identifiers and partial station names.
A long letter from a reader addresses Atin Landers about personal struggles and past abuse, interwoven with TV listings and program details. The note recounts family dysfunction, drug use, a troubled marriage, and the decision to seek professional help. It is followed by a collage of TV schedules, show titles, guest names, and times spanning multiple channels.
The Pap test is a rapid screening method for possible cervical cancer. If suspicious, a biopsy confirms results. After hysterectomy with cervix removal, the test may be unnecessary. with cervix present, annual or biannual testing can save lives. The test also yields information on hormones and other issues. Pain-free, it remains highly useful though not 100 percent.
The 17th season opens with Lassie protecting a flock from a sheepherder who believes the father collie is a killer. Lassie stays steady as the pups face mortal peril while the guardian tries to destroy them. Bill Cosby’s NBC return headlines a bright CBS Sunday lineup with the Cosby half hour. Mannix opens its fourth season on CBS, while ABC airs a Ferlin Husky comedy hour. Hee Haw contrasts with sleek, urbane style.
Missouri Military Academy Cadets launch their weekly TV series MMA Presents at 6:00 p.m. tonight on Channel 12 See TV. The program will re-air at 12:00 noon Tuesday, bringing cadet features and school life to local viewers.
Mexico City Council wrapped a four minute meeting with three routine items and announced a $783 000 bond issue approval on October 4. Kiwanis attendees heard the school problem must be solved, while Young Democrats and independents prepared Kennedy support tonight at 7 39 p m in the MPA building community room.
The Mexico Missouri Ledger reports on events from September 24 1970 including local political notes, community notices, and brief updates from the Mexico area. It highlights civic activities, upcoming events, and regional developments affecting residents.
Greetings are extended to Mrs. Max Berrey Connie Bigelow Mrs. Ernest E. Branch Linda Lou Lewis Mrs. Walter Burkett August Stein man Mrs. Carl Mahood Mrs. Robert E. Brown Conrad Harrison Christine Neel Stephen Wayne Hawkins and Mrs. Jessie Green in a Wednesday birthday note from the community.
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