Cairo Tel Aviv direct line shapes daring peace view
A Cairo visit reveals a direct line from Mena House to Tel Aviv via a switchboard in Israel and a surprisingly cooperative Egyptian security presence. The writer notes daily guarded rounds, friendly hosts, and cross cultural conversations while acknowledging deep political gaps yet growing mutual familiarity amid ongoing talks in 1977.
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Mena House
Cairo
Tel Aviv
Israel
Abdel Aziz
Aziz
State Information Service
Government of
Egypt
Alexandria
Ismailia
Sadat
Hassan Ahmed
Russia
Eliahu Ben Elissar
Christian Science Publishing Society
Public officials face hostile editorials over exploratory talks
In The Banner letters section readers defend a mild proposal allowing exploratory discussions by public officials in the press without attribution. anonymous editors lash out, clinging to an adversary view of government, insisting that once elected a man becomes the enemy.
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Vermont
Deliberative process and trust in officials debated
A 1973 Wall Street Journal editor urges caution in public scrutiny, favoring privacy in deliberations while warning against overexposure. The letter reflects local views on political trust, urging voters to evaluate officials at elections and keep discussions in conference rooms away from public glare.
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Bud
Vermont Royster
The
Wall Street Journal
Congress
Christmas prices vary across cities and times
Looking Back notes how tree costs differ from California to Manchester and Boston with a 10 footer ranging from 5 to 25 dollars. It also mentions Polygraphic Corp of America employing about 400 in Bennington producing tens of millions of cards yearly and a remark from Pope Paul VI urging the U S to halt bombing North Vietnam in the name of the defenseless.
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California
Manchester
N.H
Boston
Bennington Area
Polygraphic Corp. of America
Polygraphic
Pope Paul VI
United States
North Vietnam
Vermont Winter Wish To The Editor Of The Banner
The poem in a rural Vermont setting speaks of snow laden evergreens and trees stoically awaiting the holidays. It invites a reflective travel to a sacred Bethlehem in quiet hills and towns, with gentle snowfall and a comforting vision of peace and goodwill.
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Bethlehem
Record Holiday Bazaar Brings Thanks From Catholic Daughters
The Catholic Daughters of America Court St. Andrew No. 259 hosted a holiday bazaar, achieving record success despite cold weather. Gratitude goes to chairmen, committees, parishioners, and named supporters including Monsignor Francis B. Flanagan, Rev. Gerald Bombardier, St. Francis Parish Center staff, Santa Joe Cassano, and local media and merchants. Prize winners included Shirley Lin, Dorothy Williams, Catherine Dermody, Jane Evans, Anna Shanahan, Lizzie Smith, and others, with awards such as wreaths, dolls, chocolates, and certificates. The bazaar committee extends sincere appreciation to all participants.
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Catholic Daughters of America
Court St
Gerald Bombardier
St. Francis’ Parish Center
Santa Claus
Joe Cassano
Larry Hager
The
Banner
WBTN
Boston Rocker
Shirley Lincourt
R.C. Anderson
Dorothy Williams
Catherine Dermody
Monsignor Flanagan
Jane Evans
Claire O'Leary
Anna Shanahan
Lizzie Smith
M. Carmody
S. Behrendt
Helen Morandi
Janet Michaels
Cathy Carmody
Ruth Mulvey
Martha Ryan
Bazaar Committee
Soldier recalls Dachau liberation and urges Holocaust education
In a New York Times letter from San Antonio the writer lauds New York City and Philadelphia plans to require Holocaust studies in high schools. He recalls leading troops at Dachau on April 29 1945 and warns against denial. He commends German and Austrian openness and condemns Nazi and hate group activity.
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San Antonio
New York Times
Board of Education of
New York City
Philadelphia
Dachau
Munich
America
Texas
Chicago
Houston
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Idi Amin
Russia
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Windsor County
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H.M. Tuttle Co
Donald Hart
Pageant St
James Playotis
David Bain
Walton Harwood
the Banner
Arlingtori
Gerry Sausville
Jane Woodward
Home Furniture Co
Main ST
First Vermont Bank & Trust
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