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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 495 Main Street Bennington Vermont 06201.
American Airlines executive George A. Spater authorized a secret 75000 contribution to Nixon in 1972 amid a merger bid with Western Airlines. Spater confessed after Watergate disclosures, saying the request came from Herbert Kalmbach, Nixon's attorney and United Air Lines counsel, amid extortion fears. The case is described as blackmail in some circles, signaling broader issues.
Special prosecutor Achibald Cox hopes to compel confessions from corporations that funded political operations under Nixon era pressure. More than $22 million flowed to a secret fund used to finance illegal activities including the Watergate break in. He backs Common Cause watchdogs to police campaign spending and argues an independent agency is needed to enforce reforms. The piece condemns moneyed influence as un-American and calls for accountability. It also notes vandalism in Manchester and praises garden clubs for civic beautification while urging continued volunteer efforts amid petty acts of vandalism.
Two exclusive ramblers and a remodeled 1969 home sit on a 44.6 acre San Clemente estate with a new furnace executive spaces a pool and swim facilities. Also listed is a winter hideaway in Key Biscayne with helipad flag pole separate tank and swim amenities.
Property listings describe improved realty since 1989 with costs over 2 million and occupancy in 1977. Features include poor income, outside lighting, ice machine, and other amenities. Golf carts not included. Shown by appointment only, call White House, avoid J Dean and H Kalm bach as they do not represent owner.
The piece argues the Cambodia bombing extension to August 15 only offers a moral and strategic face-saving. It foresees a Cambodian huddle among factions backed by external powers, likely preserving some American-backed rule in Phnom Penh while a Norodom Sihanouk-led faction gains influence.
The analysis notes how Khmer Rouge expansion, backed by major powers, led to a shift in US strategy. It outlines internal debates in the Nixon White House, Kissinger, and General Aigsaw, arguing bombing was tied to perceived peace gains and an exit narrative, despite civilian casualties and congressional limits.
Letter to the editor thanks the Bennington County Choral Society for their first pops concert titled Which Way America. The writer praises the performance as timely and creditable, noting it touched history and left the audience enthusiastic with warm ovations.
A letter to the editor defends a recent concert and the Choral Society, praising performers and deriding Mr. Graham of the Banner for alleged missed points and unfair criticism. The writer urges accountability and notes audience generosity supporting musical education through a scholarship fund.
Mrs Kenneth Hewes of St Manchester Depot disputes recycling centers as dirty and unattended. She argues a sanitary landfill saves money, questions state funding, and asks readers to consider burdens of sorting bottles and papers at centers.
Reader asks The Banner to publish itemized public spending on security at J F Kennedy family homes in Hyannisport and West Palm Beach and the LBJ ranch in Texas. The note requests details from appropriate sources on money spent for security or related needs.
Ethan Allen turned his farm over to brothers then built a Salisbury iron works that succeeded amid tight money. He and Haman Allen faced legal trouble for pranks, brawls, and even inoculating himself with smallpox serum, while debating religion with Dr. Thomas Young. They planned a book on religion, published in 1785 as Reason, The Only Oracle of Man, which critics attacked but which marked a landmark for its era.
A letter from Gail Thorne Calvin, co chair of the Civic Beautification Committee, laments repeated flower pilferage in Manchester Village. She notes a hanging basket on Ways Lane and Route 7 was stolen overnight July 7-8 despite being securely wired, urging publication to raise awareness and deter further losses.
An elderly letter to the editor laments steep property tax increases in Bennington leading to potential loss of their family home. The writer notes years of hard work and lack of children, saying taxes force them to turn the house to a relative and rely on welfare, threatening upkeep and town appearance. They contrast with the wealthy and welfare beneficiaries.
Geoffrey Chapman apologizes to the Pull House Audience for insults in a Bennington performance of Which Way America. He says the critic should not attack guests and thanks the audience for being grand. The Bennington County Choral Society pledges to forgive and forget.
A humorous quote attributed to Morty Storm reflects a tough neighborhood mood with a line about the difficulty of reaching the nearest bus stop. The remark is tied to a parade performance context and features a landlady's quip about walking distance.
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