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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201. This official record lists the newspaper's frequency and address for readers seeking contact or subscription information.
A critique of Golda Meirs retirement as Israel's premier and a reflection on her career. The piece contrasts her rise from Milwaukee roots to influence in Israel, notes her refusal to fit stereotypes, and argues for focus on campaign reforms and voter engagement over early election returns. It also comments on political manipulation and the broader impact of the election system.
The Banner's letters lampoon Norton Barber Esquire as a dynamic inaction advocate. It urges his nomination as vice president and chief fingertapper at the next convention, mocking the platform's claim that progress is a mistake and that nothing should be done for the first time.
Letter writer Merton Snow and Richard Sleeman critique Bennington town finances, taxes, and legal rhetoric. They dispute assessment methods, 1974 tax projections, and the influence of town counsel and the Esquire, arguing for clearer facts and accountability amid public debate.
A columnist explains inflation as a long term effect of rising services demand and government spending on services. He notes the tax burden on taxpayers, the illusion of “free money,” and how price rises feed back into costs like autos and tuition. He cites Arab oil producers and the joke about a dollar losing value over time.
A confidential survey by the American Geological Institute, reported in Geotimes, indicates nonacademic employers view the latest cohort of geologists as a disappointing group. The survey suggests potential recommendations for changes in the geological curriculum.
An industry note calls for more engineering style courses field experience and initiative for geologists. It cites poor writing as a common issue and suggests dropping foreign language study to free space for practical training in oil and gas exploration.
Hale G. Joy notes the abundance of magazines cereals cake mixes and soaps on store shelves in Ellsworth Maine leaving shoppers with hundreds of choices yet little time to read or decide. The columnist suggests knowing precisely what you want before shopping to avoid wasted trips.
The piece argues that famine risks loom with grain reserves at historic lows and oil price shocks. It notes India and 40 poor nations facing hunger, fertilizer shortages, and rising costs. McNamara and Grant urge global action, while U S leadership wavers amid higher prices and politics.
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