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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece examines how Vice President Agnew’s attack on networks contrasts with FCC Republicans backing Senator Pasore’s bill to bar competing license applications if a station is deemed “pretty good.” It argues this could curb competition and risk censorship, urging broader licensing and more diverse programming to spur improvement.
Washington reports on inflation progress, with economists split on methods to cool the overheated economy. Milton Friedman predicts a 90 percent chance of a mild recession and a substantial probability of a deep one, blaming Federal Reserve mismanagement. Other economists foresee only a slowdown, while the White House hopes reduced spending and tight money will curb inflation.
The letter outlines Hayden’s evasive answers to questions about financing a 1965 trip to Hanoi and his Chicago riot office payroll. It notes he admitted Communist payment for travel and lodging but gave vague sources for the balance, while dodging details on appointments, residence, and salary.
The Hoosick Post American Legion?s November 24 meeting urged support for the U S position in Vietnam and proposed a resolution for an honorable peace. Pledge forms are placed in Murphy's Store and Don's Barber Shop among other outlets in Hoosick Falls.
A reflective essay contrasts wartime radar’s origin and impact with peacetime pollution concerns. It recalls Churchill supporting long term radar development, critiques DDT and detergents for environmental harm, and warns about radioactivity while noting Nixon’s political life and its endless, unpredictable arena.
The article notes President Nixon seeking solace in football amid stalled Vietnam peace talks and tax reform battles. It cites disarmament talks in Helsinki, Middle East tensions, and West Germany's Willy Brandt government as examples of the era’s challenges, while highlighting football as a unifying, distraction-filled escape.
In Albany GOP leaders plan private meetings to push Rockefeller for a fourth term and Goodell for a strong six year Senate run. Rockefeller touts Goodell as a bright capable ally, while Goodell backers see him as image to attract college students and youth voters.
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