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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues against dissecting politicians by their spouses faults. It cites Caesar and modern examples like Mrs. Baker to show why a wife’s drinking or missteps should not bar a candidate. The piece notes public interest, history, and the need for privacy for families.
A FBI behavioral science instructor urged Louisiana sheriffs to form a warrior class to root out misguided federal bureaucrats and to battle the new intelligentsia including the press. The speaker warned such militarization could threaten democracy by letting police dictate societal direction.
The GM 1977 model price rise of 5.9 percent pushes the average sticker price past $6,000, stressing how inflation erodes purchasing power for basic needs like food clothing shelter, with the car symbolizing broader economic strain. The piece questions what higher costs imply for American staples and future affordability.
The piece argues against leniency for white collar crime and calls for equal justice under law. It questions judges who treat embezzlers more kindly than bank robbers and notes a shift toward mandatory minimum sentences across all crimes and classes.
Democratic candidate Stella Hackel proposes a sweeping restructuring to abolish the five super agencies, create a cabinet of 20 department heads headed by an executive commissioner, and move various divisions into new offices. She argues it would shorten appeals to the governor and boost responsiveness, drawing criticism from former governors and opponents.
A Banner reader presses for Scott Skinner as the Democratic nominee for U S Senator from Vermont, praising his democratic ideals and fresh approach. The writer notes Skinner Stafford as a stronger general election pairing versus Salmon Stafford, citing past support for Salmon and disappointment at his current stance.
Former congressman reflects on Meyer and Stafford tensions during Kennedy era and Vermont political realignments. He notes Stafford's move left and Meyer’s concerns, cites a close Stafford margin vs Nixon Kennedy results, and mentions Medeiros Kaufman and West Runert in the Liberty Union context.
Former Rep Chester Scott of Springfield is named chairman of the Republican State Platform Committee. He was among lawmakers who opposed Gov Salmon’s 1973 property tax relief plan, which reports say saved Vermont households over 6 million dollars in property taxes this year.
Arlington Civil Defense honors volunteers from the fire department Rescue Squad road crew and bridge watch teams plus women who served food and coffee for their long hour flood response in August. MARK RILEY Arlington.
A critique of British rule in India drawn from a 1860 to 1900 photography exhibit. The author contrasts stunning temple and Himalayan scenes with poverty and hardship, argues pride kept empire intact yet unsustainable, and links colonial history to modern democracy and global power dynamics. The piece ends with a parable about investment and a Kreolite News label.
A letter to The Banner editor argues that the Sacred Heart Church float finished second in the parade. The writer notes other winners were described as first, second, or third place and suggests a horse on the Sacred Heart float influenced the outcome. The author signs as Alice Martin from Imperial Avenue.
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