Post-Watergate purity test reshapes presidential race
A prominent observer says old politicians face a new ethical standard after Watergate as voters demand higher conduct. Nixon backers will scrutinize Kennedy and other Democrats, pressing for full disclosure on Chappaquiddick and past fundraising. The era of complacency ends as candidates meet tougher scrutiny. Copyright 1975 Christian Science Publishing Society
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Eoeece
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Christian Science Publishing Society
Letters Beckwith article unfair to editor of The Banner
Reader complains that a July 15 Banner piece on Mary Lincoln Beckwith was hostile and ungenerous. The letter defends Beckwith as honest, kind, and active in wildlife, energy conservation, teaching, and the arts, noting her generosity and community impact from 15 Newton Rd, Woodbridge, Conn. 06525.
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Banner
Mary Lincoln Beckwith
Newton Rd
Woodbridge
Conn
Military man laments Vermont car financing barriers
A Vermonter and 18 year veteran complains to The Banner about discrimination against military members seeking car purchases and insurance. He recounts being denied financing while stationed away, forced into a state pool, and challenges with insurers. He contrasts his monthly take home of about 700 dollars with assumed limits, blaming outdated attitudes and urging progress.
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Vermont
Massachusetts
New York State
Bennington
Rutland
Disgust at President’s calls to remove energy controls
Mildred Porter of Bethel criticizes the president for removing controls on natural gas and oil. She argues big oil seeks vast profits, warns of price rises harming workers, and questions plans to expand drilling amid potential market consequences.
Catholic women and the Ku Klux Klan
John E. Fitzgerald argues that Catholic women join Klan auxiliaries amid fraying liberal norms and rising bigotry. He questions church complicity, urges Catholics to reject auxiliary roles, and calls for individual action to defend Christian compassion and civil rights amid national tensions.
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Women’s Liberation Movement
Ku Klux Klan
Louisiana
Klan
America
Midsummer’s Shift Echoes in Light and Life
In this midsummer reflection, time shifts subtly as days lengthen and shadows move. The piece notes earlier dusk and later dawn, the changing bloom of daisies, ripening tomatoes, and acorns on oaks. Birds and insects adjust their calls, bees busier and wasps sharper, while harvest flies buzz in the afternoon heat.
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Queen Anne
Bennington Area Updates and Local Developments
Bennington projects stall after last week closures affecting nearly 300 workers though state approval comes for at least one WPA project. School district work completes renovation of three buildings. Road contracts may start soon but not this year. Savings and Loan moves headquarters into new building. Red Cross veteran secretary retires. pediatric practice opens. Village buys new fire truck. parking ban on east side of North Street approved. Zoning permit granted for Barber Street house. Historic notes mention 1829 typographer patent and the 1904 ice cream cone origin.
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Bennington
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