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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1973
Page
3
The House approved raising the minimum wage from 1.60 to 2.00 this year and 2.20 in 1974, extending coverage to government workers and household domestics. The vote, 287 to 130, sent the bill to the Senate, with opposition centered on a substitute proposal that would delay increases and limit teen coverage.
Missouri Republicans may choose a new state chair at a Saturday meeting in Jefferson City as Richard L. Berkley plans to resign for business and personal reasons. George Parker, a former representative from Columbia, indicated he would accept only if the role is full time and paid, noting that only full-time paid chairs have run effective parties. Gov. Bond will announce his favorite candidate before the meeting, with Stanley Christopher and Albert Rendlen Sr. among others named.
James Harvey Bessent, 10, vanished after leaving home May 30, carrying two pocket knives and fishing gear. Neighbors report sighting near 39th and State Line as police, family, and volunteers search areas near the University of Kansas Medical Center for the boy who feared the dark.
The Ledger profile highlights Little Dixie with vivid local tone. Read about the field coverage and the spirited community sports scene that underscores the region’s enthusiasm and pride.
Senator Robert Dole, then RNC chairman, received 3000 for a Vietnam trip. Hugh Sloan Jr. testified about campaign funds and expenses, with Dole stating he paid for tickets and hotel himself and did not budget the trip through CRP, while Sloan tracked cash discrepancies in a safe.
Branson Missouri base Silver Dollar City covers 35 acres and hosts more than 21 master craftsmen including Shad Heller and Peter Engler. The complex near Table Rock Lake blends 1880s living, artisanal shops, rides, stage shows, and an apprentice program drawing half its workers from the Midwest. The park, managed by Mary Herschend and her sons, opened slowly in 1960 and now employs 250 to 700 seasonal workers.
McCloskey spoke about possible Watergate based impeachment of Nixon for six minutes before a quorum call halted the session. Landgrebe forced adjournment, 152 members present, no impeachment vote, McCloskey undecided on impeachment. He urged delay in filing resolutions while debate continues nationwide.
Roy Nordwald son of Mr and Mrs Carl Nordwald graduated May 15 from the University of Kansas in geological engineering with a 3.77 average and honor roll. He now works with his father in the clay drilling business and lives on Rush Hill Route 4 with his wife and son Car.
Missouri Supreme Court upholds governor’s power to veto items but rules he cannot delete language stating purpose of funds. Court decision costs $96,000 in office space and meeting rooms from an emergency appropriations bill. Republicans argued intent supported interior renovations and West wall restoration. House Speaker Rabbitt and Senate leader Cason respond that language must be followed and future funding sought.
Vittorio Mussolini, 56, argues his father Benito Mussolini was misunderstood. He praises 20 years of prior good deeds and discusses his book on Mussolini and his family, including Clara Petacci, who died with him. The elder Mussolini is described as hot like Hitler in the interview, with wartime notoriety noted.
The Northeast Missouri Retired Teachers Association will hold its district meeting in Macon on June 14 at Macon Park. A picnic dinner at noon, meat and drink provided, precedes a program by Floyd Frye on services for older adults. Betty Crowsley Miller and Dr Wesley Miller will provide musical selections. public invited. Mrs. Quinnie Benton of Mexico is secretary.
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