Cover-ups and the FBI in the Nixon era
The piece argues that Hoover and the FBI were used for political ends, referencing 1968 surveillance and Watergate era memos. It cites HR Haldeman and John Dean, notes Department of Justice cooperation, and calls for full disclosure to reveal the origins of political snooping.
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Watergate Committee
Letter to the Editor praises Bennington Free Library staff
A reader of The Darner writes to The Banner defending the Bennington Free Library. The writer notes lifelong patronage and expresses gratitude for the librarians’ help and friendship.
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Bennington Free Library
Library policy sparks student debate in Bennington
A student voice from Grandview Street, Sarah Lynn Page, defends the library’s deposit policy. She says being young is not a factor and calls the $2 fee a routine rule rather than discriminatory. The letter portrays the library as welcoming and its staff as friendly.
Humorous Field Guide to Concert-Goer Species at Summer Festivals
A lighthearted catalog of festival attendees described as animal or creature types. It names Dudsus Fancyus Lookatmens, Programma Fanna, Dora Pusha, Bulkis, Cranium Waggun, Conductorus Frustratus, Theorensis Discoursasis, Egghead Blabosis, Finger Tappis, Maestro Compara, and Headsis Densis, detailing behaviors from obstructing views to page turning and garbled commentary, with playful nods to orchestral elements and audience interaction.
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Hedda Hearne
Floyd J. Schmertz
Harvard
Schoenberg
Latvian Recording Society
Dunster House
Compara
Tygie
St. Petersburg
Irogie
Pleasant library defenders respond to Aug. 14 letter
Lucy Doane of North Bennington writes to defend Bennington Free Library staff against charges of rudeness over a $2 deposit. She praises the staff as kind and helpful, stating her frequent visits have been pleasant and that she regards the workers as friends.
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Kathryn Sayich-Walters
Bennington Free Library
Lucy Doane
North Bennington
Bennington Legion hosts Mounted Field Day and Bennington battle anniversary
The Bennington post of the American Legion led by Abe Ruskin stages a novel anniversary celebration at Soldiers' Home grounds featuring a Mounted Field Day with cattle exhibits mounted events and sheep dog trials. Harold L Bailey discusses seed potato certification findings and acreage while Vermont New Hampshire and other state groups participate in the 71st Battle of Bennington observance. Babe Ruth dies at 63 from throat cancer. Vermont considers rail line sale lease from Burlington to White Creek NY with hope to resume service soon. Historical milestones from 1895 1965 and 1971 are noted.
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Lessons of defeat and a rebirth of patriotism in 1976
Sen George Mettorern writes in The Washington Post that the 1972 defeat yielded gains. He argues campaign finances and conduct improved, the Democratic Party opened to people, and defeat may spark a true rebirth of patriotism by 1976. He recalls his election night quote that every effort was worth the sacrifice.
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