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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece argues the Vietnam era U S involvement caused suffering in Cambodia, urging cessation of war and reform. It shifts to support for Vermont's refillable bottle amendment, detailing its impact on grocers, bars, and public cleanup. It suggests outlawing throwaway containers and considering redemption centers.
A letter from North Bennington criticizes the Vietnam era airlift of orphans, arguing many children are not true orphans and that ongoing fighting creates more refugees. The writer urges ending military and economic aid, supporting relief via NGOs, and a political settlement.
A Bennington Program advocate argues the program helps at risk youths gain skills, confidence, and employability. The letter cites a four year involvement showing personal and community benefits and urges support for the M.A.U.H.S. budget at the April 25 vote.
A reader argues against trimming a modern school with 150 plus subjects to three, and removing five teachers at a $50,000 tax cost. They warn of higher per student costs, potential bankruptcy, and the impact on 1,450 students. They urge voters to decide on April 22 at the Elementary School from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Bennington.
Boston Globe notes a glut of oil yet prices remain elevated, challenging the traditional law of supply and demand as market forces lag in easing costs. The commentary implies persistent factors beyond immediate supply levels shaping price rigidity.
The column notes rising thefts of antiques as prices climb, with thieves targeting homes near Bangor and New Orleans and selling through auctions. It highlights small valuable items, including coins, magazines, old photos, and even bottle wrappers, plus a Brattleboro fountain theft and dealers shifting to shows due to risk.
A reader at Bennington argues satellite programs are worth reexamining funding and urges voting in favor of John Williams replacing Raymond Murray. The letter cites Mr Birch anti-Communist rhetoric, Ms Magazine scrutiny, and calls for replacing officials and limiting contract terms while demanding the superintendent stop distributing controversial writings.
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