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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays. It is published by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
In Plains Georgia lemonade stand owner Amy Carter attends ordination in New York as Democratic convention coverage focuses on Barbara Jordan. Jordan’s keynote speech energizes viewers with a sense of national community and equality, contrasting with tense interview moments involving Rosalyn Carter and Cronkite. Jordan’s call that the American dream need not be forever deferred marks a standout moment.
The Democrats abroad delegation includes Fritz Efaw of London, a draft resister who fled the U S in 1969 after his conscientious objector bid failed. Efaw urges full and unconditional pardon or amnesty for all Vietnam era war opponents, challenging the Ford era clemency stance and pressing for equitable treatment of draft resisters and deserters alike.
William W. Scranton, new U S ambassador to the United Nations, argues for strong defense against American attacks and rejects a basic U S confrontation with the Third World. He frames independence and economic growth as core aims of emerging nations and praises U S example in promoting growth.
A reader critiques Bill Dixon and the Bennington College Jazz Lab coverage. The letter disputes Dixon’s Black Music concept, condemns name calling, and questions defining who is Black enough, noting Dixon’s Europe trip and white audience contexts while defending avant garde labels. Ed.
A quiet July evening near Skylark inspires reflections on nature and memory. The writer notes declining fireflies and indigo buntings, recalls a spectacular past display, and celebrates the return of Ceasar the family dog from the animal hospital with anticipation and affection.
Rebecca Latimer's Friday Observation is criticized for oversimplifying American Indians. The letter argues Indians were diverse, with tribes like the Delawares and Iroquois, and notes civilizations such as the Mound Builders and Basket makers, often destroyed by competing tribes rather than whites. Arlington resident Gerald Raftery signs.
Charles G Bennett of Bennington comments on a year earlier letter from Willard F Bateman to faculty, arguing the trustees should reconsider Bateman as president and urging action before a potential missed chance.
The Greater Bennington Chamber of Commerce states the Chamber, not Mr. Morrill at the Bennington Battle Monument, is responsible for tourist information for the area. Morrill cannot handle thousands of inquiries and refers visitors to the Chamber’s office for assistance.
North Petersburg resident Lewis R Wheeler urges a broader comeback from farm traditions noting fruit trees especially apples, and reviving Sunday night specials. He links healthier water choices to wellbeing and local economy.
A Tulsa World column reviews the Supreme Court decision on press freedom and fair trial in a Nebraska case involving a murder in Sutherland. It discusses the balance between free speech and impartial jury rights, noting Justice Burger's majority view and Justice Brennan's concurrence, and reflects on the lasting relevance of these freedoms.
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