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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1973
Page
2
Editorial argues Nixon opponents of a federal shield law yet Watergate developments show the press serving national interest by demanding public access. Judge Sirica's insistence on truth pressured defendants to disclose information, marking a pivotal First Amendment moment.
The Watergate affair highlights the need for strong protections for confidential sources. Journalists from outlets like the Washington Post exposed secrets that officials wished to bury, proving safeguards are essential to a free press and robust investigative reporting.
The Putnam Square Cynic laments time spent tracking courthouse to White House Watergate fallout and questions why. He riffs on Nixon and Massachusetts, notes food price concerns from cranberries to onions, cites a Lavender Lantern poem, and warns of mower accidents as spring arrives. A Derby incident reports a nine year old critically injured when a Barden tractor overturned.
The piece argues against Permanent Incomes Policy, calling it a dangerous government managed economy threat. It cautions that wage and price controls empower the President, threaten press freedom, distort markets, and harm the free economy, warning that labor leaders may back such controls yet.
A lighthearted column from Sunderland reflects on a library experiment with a suggestion box beside the charging desk. It notes teen crowds, Brownie Scouts, and teacher comments, along with humorous anecdotes about patrons, pets, and odd requests, ending with the author learning something new daily.
The Bennington League of Women Voters begins its annual finance drive on Monday April 24. The program highlights political responsibility through public meetings voter information and outreach. It notes Know Your Town revision recycling efforts and community involvement while inviting contributions to support remaining activities.
Washington coverage notes the Supreme Court's stance on property taxes as an uneven finance method for public schools. It previews a forthcoming ruling on a device to fund parochial schools, detailing Rodriguez era votes, dissenting views, and the political push for tax credits amid ongoing education rights debates.
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