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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Banner published a Q and A with Mt Anthony School Board administration and teachers to reduce uncertainty about next year’s MAU budget. It explains past cuts, their education impact, and the rationale for proposed changes, urging careful public reading and civil civic engagement.
A GAO study shows recruiting and training the all volunteer force costs rose from 430 million in 1973 to 508.1 million in 1974, with 41,000 unqualified enlistees in 1974 eating 70 million. Changes include weekly recruiter quotas and stricter enlistee screening amid a recession and looming budget strains.
The London Daily Telegraph criticizes liberal east coast establishment voices in the United States. It targets portions of the press, Congress, TV commentators, comedians, and university pundits for denigrating U S institutions amid Viet Nam trauma and Watergate.
The text questions whether the United States is becoming deranged amid public self-criticism and self-destructive tendencies. It notes allies are appalled and suggests the upcoming presidential election might restore clarity and restraint.
Letters to the Editor criticize blind loyalty to George Sleeman at taxpayers' expense. The writer notes backing Mt. Anthony Union High School teachers against proposed raises, challenging the fairness of funding.
The Southwest Supervisory Union Board approved a $2,300 raise for Superintendent Sleeman, lifting his annual pay to over $26,000. Critics ask why none challenged the decision during Thursday night’s vote.
Gov Salmon forms a committee led by Attorney Robert Gensburg to collect data on convictions possibly tied to Paul Lawrence misconduct. Citizens with cases may contact Gensburg at Swainbank Gensburg Morrisette Neylon 83 Eastern Ave St Johnsburg VT 05819. Public Defender for Bennington County David Putter criticizes five year school contracts and accuses tax burdens of being unfair to taxpayers.
A reader cites twelve reasons for swearing offering satire on vulgar language. The enumerate points claim swearing pleases others, signals culture, shows self control and intelligence, improves social standing, lifts spirits, and honors God. Turnabout Lane presents a provocative, ironic stance.
In Newhaven Vermont legislators face critique over leadership as a post session town meeting unfolds. Sen Seeley Reynolds warns of deficits in 1977 and higher taxes or service cuts. Rep Chester Ketcham notes letters push for cuts versus defending programs. Voters press for fiscal responsibility and efficiency, urging private sector action.
The column surveys New York and Wisconsin results, arguing theOld Left has shifted toward the New Right. Udall barely competes in New York while Carter dominates Wisconsin, prompting reflections on the party’s movement, luck, and future prospects.
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