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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1970
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation. It operates from 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The piece weighs whether Elliot Richardson should be praised or pitied for moving from No.2 at the State Department to No.1 at HEW. It notes HEW's vast scope, 107000 employees, and $50 billion budget, with a tough mix of programs from food policing to Medicaid. It highlights Richardson's prior HEW exposure and keenness to learn, arguing his versatility could suit the challenging job despite mixed administration support.
Richardson leaves HEW after replacing Robert Finch and entering a White House role. Finch, praised for intelligence and liberal instincts despite low zeal in California and Washington, faces pressure from Mitchell and the Southern strategy fight. Success hinges on gaining the president's ear to aid desegregation goals and morale in the administration.
Governor Davis sparks debate by suggesting Vermont may not fund education aid at the 40 percent level in fiscal 1972. He emphasizes cuts rather than elimination, noting sales tax proceeds exceed expectations while the promised aid may fall short. Voters face an education funding issue ahead of the fall elections as they demand candidates state positions and budget adherence.
A reader letter to The Banner criticizes David Wasco for his DUD project on visual pollution. The writer mocks Wasco's appearance and methods, argues photos fail to address causes or propose solutions, notes local business and traffic concerns, and targets one photo as insult while praising an image of Wasco and suggesting he visit a barber.
A reader blasts The Banner for featuring a 16 year old photographer David Wasco and a photo titled slob-art of a lawn display. The letter argues locals Leo the Popcorn Man and his wife, who run a wayside stand, work hard and pay taxes that support the school. The writer notes Leo’s free advertising value and invites Wasco back with fundraising items for sale.
A Shaftsbury candidate for the Mt Anthony Union School Board warns voters about unclear figures in the district annual report. He recounts a May 25 meeting where board members could not explain the figures and notes a two week delay in responses. He urges voters to express their views at the June 18 election for all 11 seats, inviting letters to the column with proper signatures.
The piece portrays Peace Corps volunteers viewing U S policy in Indochina as a crisis of national unity. Blatchford responds with sympathy while volunteers seek to send delegations to Washington to express discontent. Ambassadors abroad note the strain as American prestige and trust wane.
A Woodford couple allege removal from the tax checklist by selectmen William Lauzon William King and board member Murray Cutler and seek explanation for higher taxes. They say they remained on the poll tax list in April 1969 after being contacted by town clerk Mrs O Neil and paid poll and property taxes on time despite the dispute.
Marion Harbour of Woodford responds to Franklin Frantz about the revised voter checklist. She asserts the changes followed the law, details removals including deceased, movers, and an 180 day residence clause, and cites board actions removing five contested names. Harbour questions residency rules and warns of political motive and tax impacts.
A Vermont hillside column notes summer pests and outdoors chores with fly prevention using a traditional smudge pot. Wildlife sightings include a porcupine fox and a turkey vulture, plus a garden update and a Wilmington Mothers Club ride to Andiron Lodge. Flag Day reflections end the piece.
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