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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Dannger Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The United States aid to backward nations often becomes a conduit for corruption. Cambodian commanders skim $2 million a month from salaries for 100,000 nonexistent soldiers, while $300 million in yearly aid funds a corrupt regime. The piece argues the elite siphon vast sums, undermining trust and peace efforts, and notes fears that South Vietnamese forces would collapse if U.S. support ends. War and circuses, as the piece puts it, share a striking resemblance.
The report honors Roberto Clemente's baseball greatness and lifelong charity, noting his mercy flight to aid Managua earthquake victims and Puerto Rico declaring three days of mourning. Contrast with Howard Hughes and a closing quip from Huertington Prep Press about seat belts and stretchers.
A reflective piece recalls postwar optimism fading as 1973 begins. The writer, entering college to study literature, laments Vietnam casualties and Nixon’s silent stance while young Americans protest in Washington and Burlington. The piece contrasts civic action with personal endurance amid national turmoil.
Profiles recount Vermont residents of French Canadian descent and the enduring customs of New Year celebrations. Yvonne Besaw recalls Jour de l An rituals from North Troy, including feasts, gifts, and neighbor gatherings, with songs, dancing, and blessings.
Lawrence E. Harrington of Woodford argues against a one sided promotion of United Nations at Mt Anthony. He questions teaching tactics in advertisements and urges objective study including concerns about representation and funding. He supports a model Congressional session to explore foreign aid and U N issues.
A reminiscence recalls two incidents linked to President Truman. Walter Winchell’s jab about a post office nose quip and a quip on the God is dead controversy are mentioned. The note ends with New Year wishes from Jean Graham and Rev. Allen Barnes thanking contributors to the community Christmas effort.
A Washington reader reflects on Calvin Coolidge’s syndicated columns from 1930-31. The text contrasts Coolidge’s focus on virtue and economy with looming global and domestic challenges, urging reflection on US approach to war, environment, oil, race, UN, and international relations. The piece questions tunnel vision and calls for addressing upcoming dangers.
A humorous ITU Review quip recalls a son trimming his long hair and shaving, revealing the response when asked about weight loss from the operation. He says he shed about 160 pounds, noting it lifted the burden off his father.
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