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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1973
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues Nixon’s finances surged to about one million dollars in five years largely due to connections and self benefiting deductions. It notes potential capital gains tax questions on land sold near San Clemente in 1970 and suggests the president benefited over the U S Treasury where liability was questioned.
The piece weighs Nixon tax deductions for presidential papers, the shifting vice presidency, and Javits warning Republicans face a party crisis ahead of 1974 elections. It notes potential impeachment pressure, erosion of public confidence, and a Republican loss forecast up to 80 seats, with talk of a forced resignation to save the party.
A Bennington church voices opposition to granting a liquor license for a neighboring property two feet from its sidewalk entrances. It cites safety, loitering, past assaults, and the 200 foot rule protecting schools and churches, urging that other locations are available and urging community support.
The writer laments campaign finance by big business and oil interests, arguing politicians are bought over 30 years. They claim Nixon faced pressure from big business for oil price policies and accuse legislators of inaction, suggesting accountability and public cost. The piece reflects late 1960s political tension and distrust in Washington.
A North Bennington reader defends President Nixon amid Watergate fallout. The letter argues the crisis is a result of big money in politics, claims the rich and oil interests manipulate events, and warns of growing inequality and taxes on the middle class as the nation faces inflation.
Leon Thompson of 1211 Chicago St Kent Washington asks readers for any antique valentines old post cards or rare calendars to help fund his book and medical care. He notes disability from birth and reliance on VA pension while collecting items to cope with mood, hoping recipients send unwanted items to support his project.
The Ervin committee weighs a CIA blame theory for Watergate. Former CIA chief Richard Helms testifies he did not discuss the break in with a CIA watch officer and recalls White House pressure to shield the agency. Helms frames a sequence where Haldeman and Gray influenced actions to push blame toward the CIA.
A reflective column recalling budget friendly holiday gift choices and the value of thoughtful presents. It contrasts practical wearables with lavish items, recalls homegrown crafts and baking traditions, and stresses memories and love over expense. The piece tosses back to childhood Christmas making, homemade gifts, and family rituals.
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