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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201. The note lists the newspaper's ownership and mailing address for readers and advertisers.
The piece argues Congress never codified federal criminal laws into a single code and that the draft would curb information sharing and impose wartime censorship. It notes liberal senators Kennedy Hart and Abourezk, with conservative allies, working to strike offending clauses and salvage years of work and cost.
Senators McClellan and Hruska retain an insanity defense while dropping secrecy and press freedom provisions. The result is a workmanlike codification of federal crimes with clearer constitutional protections, though libertarian critics remain. Kennedy Hart and Abourezk back the compromise as Congress gains a code that avoids sweeping changes or constitutional damage.
The piece notes multiple resignations of college presidents at Bennington College and Southern Vermont under trustee pressure. It argues that core issues are financial stability amid rising education costs and limited endowments, and questions whether firing leaders solves the problem. It stresses local economy and prestige tied to these schools and hopes for a constructive fresh start, while expressing doubts about survival.
The paper mourns Prof. George Connelly in Annapolis and recalls his wit and wisdom. It critiques local fire-news gaps from Bennington Rural Fire Department, suggesting a public relations role for better updates on grass fires. IRS reminders caution postage on returns, mail pickup times vary by box rating, and some boxes may never be emptied.
A letter endorses Jerry Brown for president ahead of April 22 town caucuses. The writer cites Brown’s moderate record in California, grassroots democracy, limits on natural resources, and disdain for flashy politics. He urges readers to vote for Brown in the California caucus and beyond.
A Mount Anthony High School reader condemns the permissive handling of George Hohman who is at large while facing a suspected murder trial. The letter compares public mercy to national norms and cites Bob Hope’s quip about Vermont. The correspondent signs as 118 Putnam St.
Letters from The Bammer educators urge community backing for the 1976 77 school budget amid concerns over a 2500 student district. They cite curriculum progress student and staff management and facility and athletic field improvements while noting recent test results and the need to maintain and expand programs before graduation.
In a letter from principals Clarence Pelkie and Jonathan Durand of Mt Anthony High and Junior High Bennington, budget cuts force reductions beyond core subjects. Transportation and maintenance face scrutiny, while readers are urged to call for clarification before next Tuesday's vote. Bennington resident Sarah Davenport complains of local fire coverage gaps.
The column surveys Heilbroner on whether there is hope for man, mapping three approaches topical attitudinal and civilizational to modern threats. It reflects on world war memories, postwar optimism, and now rising peril from nuclear risks population growth pollution and resource strain with a note that continuation follows next week.
Ford allies face questions on Kissinger amid campaign debates over foreign policy. Morton avoided addressing Kissinger's resignation and instead told the seeker what he wanted to hear. The piece argues Kissinger deserves respect for steadiness and intellect, while Ford should rally supporters to defend him.
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