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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 125 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The piece argues that English readiness has fallen nationwide from Sputnik era shifts and TV culture, notMt Anthony alone. It urges targeted English instruction, tracking to address basic needs, and more teachers to offer individualized help, even if electives suffer.
The MAU Bulletin features Patriot Awards for academic subjects alongside sports, emphasizing broad student recognition. Bennington Fire Department offers free fire retardant spraying at Bradford Hook and Ladder Firehouse on Safford Street this Sunday 1 to 5 pm and the weekend before Christmas 9 am to 5 pm, urging residents to be safe.
The Washington Post notes that ecology shapes voter minds and electoral outcomes. Environmental Action’s Dirty Dozen highlighted 12 congressmen with weak records on clean air and water, and eight of the list were defeated, including Rep. William Scherle and Frank Stubblefield, signaling strong environmental influence on politics.
The piece notes Republican lawmakers like Glen Davis and William Hudnut backed by the League of Conservation Voters, which funded 17 candidates with over 75,000 dollars. 13 won including Alaska's Jay Hammond and Colorado's Richard Lamm. It argues accountability rises as public officials are pressured to favor public over special interests.
The piece argues Nixon will not testify in the coverup trial and frames his legacy as a force that shaped American thought. It traces how his anti communism defined two campaigns, fueled demagoguery, and left distrust in institutions like the CIA, shaping a generation's view of patriotism and public life. It notes his lasting impact beyond McCarthyism and hints at further legacies to discuss.
The article urges turning gardens into wildlife sanctuaries with diverse trees shrubs and water features. It lists suitable species for acid and nonacid soils including beech red maple pines oaks and hemlock, plus viburnums honeysuckles dogwoods and hawthorns. It notes birds prefer wild berries over cultivated and highlights hummingbirds goldfinches and seed eaters as garden guests.
Mrs. Clarence Hager defends the new Route 7, arguing it reduces travel time for truckers and shoppers, lowers fuel waste at stations, and lessens hazards from the old underpass. She urges completion of the route to save money, lives, and property, noting the editorial approval in The Banner.
The Watergate trial reveals distinct defenses and temperaments. Haldeman softens his image to suit the jury while remaining loyal to Nixon. Ehrlichman blames others and pushes a national security rationale, hoping Nixon testifies. Mitchell remains dour and unyielding, shifting little in portrait or stance as the case unfolds.
The reader praises Dr. Oktavec's column People Patterns for its optimistic, gentle insights into human behavior. He notes the columnist's ability to blend today yesterday and tomorrow with accessible language and a hopeful view of fallibility in people. 302 Washington Ave.
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