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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner, published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation, operates from 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Senate approved the National Commitments Resolution 70 to 16, aimed at limiting executive war moves without congressional approval. It challenges outsourcing foreign policy, against Nixon’s stance, and signals rising isolationism reflecting concerns over Vietnam policy and global policing. It notes not legally binding limits and argues for more time and consultation in crisis decisions.
Gov Deane Davis warns New England realtors that unchecked development risks Vermont losing its scenic beauty water and air as overpopulation and technologic al backlash threaten the region The UN secretary general cites a global crisis urging action Vermont zoning and health rules are suggested as stop gap measures only a public awakening can prevent a lasting transformation into a commercial jungle
The Berkshire Eagle recalls Westbrook Pegler, noting his mid 1930s collaboration with Heywood Broun, later shifting rightward, and eventual dismissal for persistent attacks on FDR and Eleanor Roosevelt. His career mixed social satire with political fights, ending at age 74 amid ongoing litigious feuds.
In Montpelier the Social Welfare Department faces a growing deficit amid a conservative mood and calls to cut education and welfare spending. John Wackerman, veteran welfare official, outlines steps to hold expenditures, seek federal help, and avoid a broader political backlash while protecting low income clients.
The piece discusses Thai troops in Vietnam fighting Viet Cong, emphasizing anti Communist Asian self reliance. It recalls Gen Wedemeyer’s view that whites should not fight Asians on Asian soil and proposes a plan for Asian led defense with US logistic support and a staged withdrawal.
A Vermont column recalls summer in the Green Mountain state with weather, lawn care, and the quirks of rural life. The writer contrasts heat and smog in Connecticut with cool Vermont air, muses on rain shortages, lawn maintenance, and the perils of flying mower blades, and ends with a tale of visiting friends and a dog fence plan for future summers.
LEN Magazine assesses Richard Nixon as virtually unbeatable in 1972. It notes his Vietnam move, ABM MIRV stance, and promised end to American casualties, arguing his broad New Right base and savvy political timing reduce Democratic hopes. The piece critiques opposition lines while praising Nixon’s perceived mastery.
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