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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1973
Page
2
The piece argues that Social Security payroll taxes are the most regressive federal levy, collected at source and hitting low earners hardest. It cites rising rates, a larger share of revenue from payroll taxes, and a Census finding showing higher state tax burdens on low incomes, noting the shift of burden onto the least powerful voters.
A Vermont House bill to delay a 35 to 40 percent phone rate increase dies in committee as Rep. Graves and allies push midstream rule changes. Democrats warn of public hardship while lobbyists for the phone company sway the process, leaving voters with higher bills and limited relief.
Julie Beinecke argues in The Banner that Bennington risks becoming a string of shopping centers with empty storefronts and ugliest growth. She cites Woolworth's and new centers as tarmac parasites draining character, urging a halt to wildfire roadside development to preserve livable Vermont environment.
A reader alleges Arlington Day Care cut staff due to a new director's Victorian care philosophy and anti hippie stance. The layoff affects an assistant director and two others, blamed on perceived outlook rather than performance, with fears the center seeks community support by pleasing church leaders to renew the lease.
Seventy word diary notes say snow still blankets Skylark as brow patches spread and mystery buds swell into May blossoms. Purple finch and early bluebirds arrive, signaling spring. Beyond nature, the writer laments soaring food prices and cites a 1973 Cost of Living Council report predicting slower price rises but warns against meat boycotts. Suggestions favor cheaper cuts and more fish.
A Franklin Frantz letter urges restoring election of MAUHS school directors in each town and voting for all administration officers except the superintendent. He critiques local political groups, ghostwriting, and biased services influencing voters, and recommends public reflection on communism references, citing Bradford Smith's A Dangerous Freedom.
Letter from David Morris at 214 Prospect St defends the county musical society coverage. He lists Christine Jordan principal bassoonist with Sage City Symphony and multiple Mt Anthony students, applauding their training and stage coalescence with Berkshire Symphony and All-American Youth Orchestra selections. He cites past ensembles and community work since 1971.
A Washington viewpoint argues the nation should expect ethical conduct from the White House amid the Watergate scandal. It notes politicians desire a guilty finding only if proven and warns against trivializing the presidency, urging accountability while condemning sensationalism and personal blame. The piece reflects on historical figures and the presidency’s moral role in American society.
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