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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 06201.
A letter argues for compromise between highway planners and environmentalists over Route 7 from Bennington to Manchester. It notes past mistakes, predicts costly delays, and calls for joint planning to avoid a bloated, unproductive highway mess while awaiting environmental impact statements.
The piece criticizes Haldeman for claiming access to secret White House tapes and offering to read an addendum if ordered. It accuses Nixon and Haldeman of manipulating the Senate committee to protect the president, suggesting they view the public as gullible. It questions the integrity of Nixon, Ehrlichman, and their strategy since 1972.
Editor notes Ehrlichman ends testimony by lecturing on government service and mocking critics. He explains the deep six incident by saying he told John Dean to remove the briefcase rather than specific papers. The passage ridicules the implausible reasons offered for disposal and questions the credibility of the explanations.
Christian Science Monitor reports Sen. Howard Baker, long known as Dirksen’s son in law, gaining attention from TV hearings on Watergate. readers send praise and opposition in mail, while poll commentary and supporters suggest he could become a major 1976 contender.
The writer recalls late July and August as the fading heart of summer with daisies and wildflowers in bloom, dew lit mornings, and quiet evenings under a starry sky. Friends Don and Nellie Corton visit briefly from Virginia, renewing a long friendship, while Elsie Hoehn from New York arrives for an extended catch up with stories of skating, dances, and past city adventures.
A reader argues that many Banner reviews lack bona fide criticism and urges reviewers to have formal experience. The letter stresses apprenticeship, empathy, and detailed knowledge to offer constructive, humane appraisals that help artists improve. Arlington author ROCK R ROGERS signs the note.
Vermont Association of Railroad Passengers asks Congress and Governor to support diverting a small portion of federal highway funds to finance commuter and intercity rail. They argue this could reduce highway construction and maintenance needs while expanding travel options. Letters up to 200 words preferred with signatures and addresses.
New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller faces questions about a fifth term and possible presidential bid. The Watergate scandal shapes his strategy, with debate over whether he runs again, seeks the nomination as a private citizen, or steps back. Public sentiment post Watergate looms large.
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