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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
A Washington official, Dr Ray, resigns publicly citing being ignored as Kissinger aides set policy without her input. The piece compares resignation norms, cites Weisbrand and Franck figures, and argues proactive dissent could have warned the public about policy missteps in the Vietnam era and beyond.
An opinion piece notes the Bennington 76 flag fuels a nationwide boost in bicentennial flag sales and tourism potential for Vermont. It suggests the flag’s popularity may outpace other marketing efforts and warns of unprepared demand in coming years. The column also references Ann Landers and a reader’s letter about her divorce.
In a recent poll, Americans named Canada as the only country they would fight to protect after the Vietnam debacle. They dismissed Israel Korea Taiwan Berlin and Britain, while the Pentagon and Congress would likely roar if Soviet troops crossed the Berlin Wall.
A reflective column arguing the 200th anniversary of self government exposes national amnesia. It questions Gerald Ford and Richard Nixon era statements about judgment and truth, condemning rhetoric that avoids accountability and urges facing facts and honoring deeds over titles.
The piece warns readers escaping heat to expect swarms of black flies and no see ums in the mountains and shares humorous failed fishing experiences with Charlie. It then urges American citizens to reflect on independence day responsibilities, citing Admiral Radford on freedom, vigilance, and preparedness, ending with a patriotic Happy Fourth sentiment.
Letters to the Editor remind readers of the Champlain Valley Work and Training Program offering youths aged 11 to 22 for summer odd jobs. Employers set pay and choose workers, with the program acting as a clearing house to connect employers and youths for seasonal work.
CVW&T Inc invites employers to offer short term work for about 50 youths awaiting placements. Andrea Amodeo, Summer Youth Coordinator, asks businesses to provide any opportunities to keep youths busy during the hot summer. Call 442-8686 for details.
A letter expresses gratitude to Shaftsbury Bennington and Bennington Rural Fire Departments Bennington Police and Rescue Squad and Bill Mattison for aiding in the body recovery. Special thanks to Greylock Divers Association members Ricard Guerard William Hughes and shore helper Thom's Towslee for their successful efforts.
In a reflective note from Dorset, Henry van Loon laments the growing complexity of planning efforts. He compares current Bennington County planning to his past roles directing Pennsylvania and postwar recoveries in West Berlin and The Netherlands, voicing concern that human intelligence lags behind vast needs.
John H. Williams II hosted a pool party for volunteer vote workers Saturday afternoon. The Banner notes MAU's loss by 77 votes, but praises the candidate as an intelligent and thoughtful member who has long served teachers students and taxpayers in Old Bennington.
A 1975 field note on Nixon loyalists across the midwest and south. It describes die hard backers who remain bitter toward Ford, critical of Nixon’s pardon, wary of Rockefeller, and skeptical of spending and amnesty. It warns they may suppress votes in 1976 and act as a negative force in the election.
Boston born entertainer Billy Kelly, famed for Irish humor, was noted in Parade for his distinct style. The small parish and unique bingo board reflected his early roots as a choir boy until age 33 under Pastor Father OMalley who shouted numbers in Latin to keep Protestants from winning.
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