Paper helps with area's success

To the editor:

Thanks to the Rust family for inviting me to participate in the Southeast Missourian's 100th celebration Oct. 1. I had a great time, and it was a first-class event. I very much enjoy working with all of you. I take pride in being open and accessible to your paper at all times. I appreciate being a small part of the great success our Cape Girardeau-Jackson area has incurred the past several years. Your paper is one of the reasons we continue to grow in Cape Girardeau County.

Again, thanks for including me in your party.

PAUL W. SANDER, Mayor, Jackson