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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1971
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial note reports William F Buckley Jr holding a press conference to reveal that his ultra conservative magazine National Review published supposedly classified documents as a hoax. Buckley says the documents were created by staff to test reader gullibility and to mock official incompetence at the Pentagon and State Department amid coverage of the Pentagon Papers.
The piece argues Buckley’s editorial stunt reveals a widening credibility gap between government operations and newspaper readers. It questions Buckley’s contempt for readers and warns that further “smart” operations could erode trust, leaving the public disengaged and cynical toward Buckley and others.
President Nixon prepares a high profile trip to Communist China, a move that dents Democratic momentum for 1972 and signals possible Vietnam settlement. The announcement shifts ground from critics, as Republicans see a chance for renewed momentum if the economy improves and Sino American relations advance. The pivot challenges Democratic arguments on disengagement and mirrors a dramatic reversal from Cold War policy.
An analysis argues Richard Nixon’s trip to China reflects smart political tactics. It weighs appearance, risk, and realignments in foreign policy, noting potential effects on SALT talks, Vietnam, and alliance dynamics while cautioning about unpredictable Chinese reactions and shifts in leadership statements.
A bicycle rider from Shaftsbury recounts a near collision on a dirt road near Twitchell Hill with a maroon Day's Sign Shop station wagon carrying many children. She warns of reckless driving by cars closely passing cyclists and asks how riders can stay safe and avoid fatal harm.
In response to The Banner editorial and a New York Times letter, the Department of Health, Education and Welfare outlines a white paper and a budget amendment proposing $2 million to combat lead paint poisoning. The plan, part of a broader 1970s health policy, aims to start substantial action and signal government awareness.
Rupp M D medical examiner for Dade County Florida remarks that alcohol abuse, by comparison, makes the narcotic problem appear trivial like a Baptist Church picnic. The quote underscores the severity of substance abuse in the region.
Diane McDonald will return as Grade 6 teacher at Shaftsbury Elementary, bringing outdoors learning ideas rooted in ecology and economics. She earned praise at an Audubon Ecology Workshop and plans to expand learning with an environmental center for Shaftsbury and a Camp Sugarbush director role for Girl Scouts in August.
The Nation weighs Kennedy against Muskie Humphrey and others as potential Democratic nominees for 1972. Harris and Gallup polls show Kennedy strong among city voters and labor, yet weaker among independents and key blocs. Analysts ask if Kennedy will run and whether he can edge the two front runners or stay out entirely.
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