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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is a daily Vermont newspaper issued every day except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
An editorial reviews Solzhenitsyn's US tour and his harsh critique of detente. It argues his credibility is offset by naive aims and notes that while his indictments of the Soviet regime are credible, his call to escalate tension risks disaster as history shows the US has rejected similar provocative prophets.
A reader argues that public tolerance for colorful language shifts with time and figures. The piece contrasts JFK Nixon and Truman era sayings, Berkeley reading lists, and press reactions to profanity, suggesting bias in how media treats male leaders' swearing.
Shaftsbury residents face a town meeting tomorrow to decide how to allocate the revenue sharing funds. The plan earmarks about 20 percent for land purchases including 114-acre Boy Scout rink land and other recreation land, with Bennington North Bennington and Arlington cited as ahead on preservation efforts. Local officials stress state and federal funds support but urge town land ownership as a first step for future recreation development.
The note critiques sexist publicity around the Ruffian Foolish Pleasure match and warns that CBS may boast about accidents. It also reports Bennington's zoning bylaw hearing set for 7 15 PM in the town offices and notes June 7 warning and June 3 amendments. The ordinances will influence growth and residents' quality of life, prompting citizen scrutiny.
A critical editorial condemns George Wallace for pursuing the presidency despite severe injuries from an assassination attempt. It contrasts his fragile health with Roosevelt’s vigor, argues his candidacy is fraudulent, foresees a third party, and warns that Wallace’s appeal relies on racial fear and self pity.
The Banner letters argue that the bicentennial year risks moral depression if religion is sidelined. They urge churches to unite in an ecumenical pro God motto, criticize Sunday activities, Bennington Battle Day plans, and business neglect of religious meaning. Bradford’s childhood faith shaping the Mayflower Compact is cited as historical inspiration.
Rev Frederick W Vogell argues in favor of religious faith guiding public life. He cites Plymouth Colony, Hull Massachusetts, and early leaders like Jefferson and Madison as shaping the Constitution and education. He warns that modern schools have removed God and morality and calls for a bicentennial revival of faith in public life.
The Bennington Bicentennial Committee expresses gratitude to many contributors. The county band gave an excellent concert at the museum under conductor Bill Foss of Mt. Anthony Music Dept. Park-McCullough House hosted a crafts fair and Bicentennial Shop. the Catamount Gatabouts staged a square dance at the armory and the Bicentennial Youth Group served refreshments. Thom Spargo’s article on the Declaration of Independence is praised as outstanding.
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