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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 426 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201 with standard regional newspaper operations.
Editorial notes Nixon's televised statement as weak and lacking new answers to Watergate disclosures. It repeats May assertions, defends the tape embargo, questions his nine month mandate, and cites a 31 percent popularity level as unlikely to improve. Public trust and overzealous dissent are urged to consider the risks.
Vermont leaders divided in response to the Nixon address. Gov Salmon blasts it as an affront to American intelligence while Sen Aiken calls it strong and potentially helpful. Sen Stafford finds it reasonably effective, Rep Mallary criticizes unanswered Watergate questions, hinting at political shifts in Vermont.
The Vermont Public Interest Research Group urged adoption of a Lifeline electric service to guarantee a low cost minimum supply for all, with higher rates for extra use. It argues the current rate structure favors big users and shifts costs to small consumers. The idea aims to reduce waste and address the energy crisis, calling on the Hoff Commission and the legislature to consider the proposed reform.
Lawrence Harrington urges action on Vermont union school boards amid debate over one man one vote and Warren Court precedents. A special board meeting will consider declaratory judgment to challenge plans for district representation, advocating local court action to protect district control and costs.
A letter to the editor from a Detroit transplant in Bennington argues against government help for new residents and urges preserving Vermont independence. The writer recalls moving with family in July and cautions locals not to turn Bennington into another Detroit.
In a statewide flood emergency the Vermont National Guard provided air transport, information, communications and other support. Maj. Gen. Cram Brig. Gen. Allison and Lt. Cols. Abbot Burton and Nye led the response with every Guard member aiding promptly and efficiently. Montpelier thanks the Guard for dependable assistance during the crisis.
A reader from East Artington reports vandalism at Evergreen Cemetery Arlington damaging the Rev Clement G Belcher monument and other graves. State Police are investigating after caretakers found the acts last week and notified authorities. the writer prays for the vandals and seeks understanding.
A reflective piece laments a loss of independence from 1777 as Vermont faces modern zoning and land use laws. The author questions celebrations of statehood and urges residents to assess burdens on landowners. The note ends with a reference to Park Street Extension.
The Mt Anthony Board ad hoc committee has no authority to decide to test the question in the courts or seek a declaratory judgment. The committee’s task is to report to the board with its plan and findings, and only the full board can decide on recommendations after review. No circumventing procedures exist in proper board reporting.
The article reviews The Soil Association's magazine and David Stickland's piece on a living soil system for Britain. It argues rising oil prices will lift fertilizer and pesticide costs, urging a transition to organic farming with composts and rock minerals, reducing artificial nitrogen and emphasizing soil health and long term farm value.
The Indianapolis story cited by Gov Otis Bowen and Mayor Richard Luger argues news coverage overfocuses on Watergate, neglecting Cambodia, Vietnam, energy, and the dollar. The piece notes Democratic leaders also urge restraint, aiming to avoid deeper collateral damage as pre-election dynamics unfold.
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