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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1968
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
An editorial emphasizes the 1777 Battle of Bennington led by Gen John Stark and New England militia. It notes the victory boosted American morale, helped defeat Burgoyne, and shaped Vermont independence. The piece calls for a three day celebration highlighting local sacrifice and historic ties to New England.
The piece analyzes George Wallace as the focal point for both parties in the 1968 convention season. It discusses Republican attempts to win Deep South and Northern white votes while avoiding Wallace, and Democratic moves to counter with an anti-Wallace stance. It also notes Nixon and Humphrey’s evolving positions and the potential impact of McGovern’s antiwar candidacy.
Baker Priest Stevens urges at the Republican National Convention that Destiny has marked Ronald Reagan of California for president. She portrays a nation at a crossroads seeking a new era, criticizing the current administration, and praising Reagan as a proven leader with vision, courage, and common sense who can restore faith and American ideals.
The writer voices alarm over NBC television coverage of the Republican Convention in Miami. He alleges liberal bias influenced the presentation, harmed objective reporting, and warned of threats to representative government as coverage shifts public opinion and potentially votes. The piece questions Nixon's Agnew choice and the reporters’ role in steering delegates. It previews Chicago coverage with concern about ongoing media manipulation.
The piece argues Hubert Humphrey faces parallel pressures to Nixon in selecting a running mate. It cites potential candidates like Connally, McCarthy, and McGovern, noting regional, ideological, and political constraints. It suggests liberals fear a repeat of Nixon’s agony if Humphrey is chosen, with parallels from Miami Beach to Chicago.
A Washington readers column jokes that McCarthy National Campaign Headquarters runs a free babysitting service. The writer describes dropping off a 13 year old, returning to find her volunteering to stuff envelopes, and notes the lighthearted perk of campaign offices serving as unlikely summer camps for kids.
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