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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1973
Page
5
ViP argues the Equal Rights Amendment seeks equal rights for all and questions why Missourians fear it. He notes survivor benefits, social security, marriage age, custody, credit, pay gaps, draft duty, and job segregation as examples of current inequalities. The piece frames E.R.A. as a path to sameness without losing femininity or obligation.
The piece weighs radical shifts in female life and old fashioned values. It argues for equal pay for equal ability while noting fear among some women who prefer traditional roles. It suggests a split in support for the equal rights amendment.
Mexico Senior High School student newspaper The Bulldogs Growl lists staff roles including News Editor Exchange Editor and Reporters. The bi weekly publication notes honors from NSPA MSPA across 1967 to 1972 with several staff names such as Nancy Baker Terri Brown and Fran Wilson.
Randy Ezell, a Mexico High School freshman turned standout, captured the class L unlimited state wrestling title last Saturday. The 6'3 283 pound wrestler erased opponents through regionals with pins, earning coach praise and a career record of 68 wins and 10 losses.
MHS will send next year's Student Council officers to the Missouri convention in Joplin March 15 17 as delegates to help elect state officers. Attendees include Dan Hagan Julie Copeland Joanne Kasper Susan Friedberg and a sponsor. The trip costs $45 per the State President. Principal William E Lowry accompanied them after the Jefferson City forum.
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