Why do 68 & 69 dart iginition switches have different # ground plug ins?

A multimeter would clear this up in about one minute. IF it's a ground---no switch needs a ground. It might be?? did they have a "key light" option? A quick look at the 68 service manual (Valiant) shows one pin NOT USED

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Here's the connections from the '69 Dodge FSM.
Accessory and Starter connections have been moved.
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