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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 4.5 Main Street Bennington Yarmont 05201.
The article critiques President Nixon in a Watergate address for blaming government paralysis on investigations and Senate hearings while noting his vetoes and impoundment of HEW funds. It argues his rhetoric lacks constructive plans to curb inflation and advance economic recovery, urging real leadership rather than nostalgia.
Rep. John Ashbrook of Ohio and Otto Otepka launch a delaying campaign against Helmut Sonnenfeldt's nomination as undersecretary of the Treasury. They frame Sonnenfeldt's China and Soviet policy ties as loyalty risks, aiming to force withdrawal. Treasury officials warn against bullying, noting urgent need for Sonnenfeldt in looming international monetary decisions.
The New York Times reports a running clash between producer Joseph Papp and CBS over the delayed TV version of Sticks and Bones. CBS plans to air it tonight but about half of affiliates will blackout or shift it from prime time, citing tasteless timing with POW returns as the excuse.
Noble intentions marked CBS signing Mr. Papp’s New York Shakespeare Festival to raise TV drama standards with Sticks and Bones. The piece notes mixed optimism for future adult entertainment ventures, plus a call to persevere by broadcasters and producers.
A period editorial argues Nixon can still act to curb Watergate abuses by proposing concrete campaign finance reforms, wiretap limits, and White House accountability. The piece criticizes his televised speech as vague and urges him to introduce legislation and new officials to restore political integrity.
A University of Colorado professor outlines how gut level values formed in childhood drive later decisions. He traces shifts from Waco to mass media, TV and rock culture shaping generations from 1930s families to 1980s youths, predicting today’s children will become decision makers within the system.
A reader attacks The Bannan and critics Carla Bonenti and others for harsh, one dimensional views on plays and performers. The writer defends Thornton Wilder and Our Town, insults Gilbert and Bonenti, and urges more authentic dramaturgy. Letters of 200 words or less preferred. signatures and addresses required.
The Denner editor responds to Kathy Syring's August 15 letter about vacant apartments with child restriction signs. The writer denounces landlords who bar children and pets, argues for housing alternatives for families, questions their humanity and faith, and questions judgment day accountability for Coristans.
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