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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner, published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corp at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont, provides local news and notices to readers.
A Vermont column lauds Senator George Aiken for humility and restraint after 30 years among the powerful, hinting at a forthcoming reminiscence. It then critiques the Eastern Wilderness Bill, praising Lye Brook and Bristol Cliffs as Eastern Wilderness Areas and urging public support while noting political misgivings from state officials. It closes by condemning a Vermont Education Department energy coloring book for poor spelling and safety tips.
The death of Walter Lippmann sparks reflection on journalism’s role in society. Editors consider self awareness, power, and responsibility as Vietnam and Watergate redefine the press. Internal doubts exist about attention, sensationalism, and honesty, yet the press remains central to truth and liberty.
Milford Indiana water service was shut off for several hours due to a broken main. While repairs were in progress residents crowded the town hall to pay water bills, wrongly believing their curtailment was tied to overdue accounts. Associated Press
A reflection on the role of a free press in democracy, contrasting United States practice with Britain, and defending publishing over secrecy. Citing Walter Lippmann, the piece argues journalism must remain independent, scrutinize power, and tell the truth even amid clashes with government and national interests.
Vermont faces a stressed unemployment reserve fund with a 4 million shortfall while Congress expanded benefits this session. The piece notes extended eligibility to a full year, new tax rates for employers, and debates over who must bear production costs and benefit from the system. It cites a CBS radio feature and Vermont legislative actions amid recession concerns.
Nixon era linkage dies under Ford MFN move as Soviet emigration promises fade. Kissinger argues for testing MFN with tariffs, while Jackson amendment is challenged by a Gromyko denial and Brezhnev era rhetoric. Senate claims assurances exist, but evidence shows emigration dropped from 35,000 to 22,500 in 1974.
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