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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
An analysis notes that the Uniform Code of Military Justice applies to all armed forces members including retirees, listing crimes from conspiracy to conduct unbecoming an officer. It questions applying military justice to the president and potential impeachment, considering authorities might weigh impeachment for Nixon.
Harriet Gauthier of Ed's Market urges readers to pressure Vermont senators Madeline Harwood and T Garry Buckley to vote against the bottle deposit law. She notes supporting lawmakers and recounts opposition from Bennington reps, grocers, and statewide recycling plans while citing Oregon and Massachusetts examples.
In Searsburg Vermont a couple recalls a 26 year journey from New York City to a rural life. After a cross country house hunt and a long vanishing winter, they settle near Woodford in a Cape Cod with 20 acres and brook access, drawn by distant Green Mountain views and a simple, happy home.
The piece argues that global demand and currency credits drive up grain prices, making bread costly while America buys more Volkswagens and Toyotas to fund foreign credits. It blames inflation on wide demand exceeding supply, critiques taxes and prices for farmers and workers, and calls for decisive Washington action.
The Putnam Square Cynic storms in and rages at an income tax tally of 91 dollars, noting that over 3,000 has been withheld this year while the president paid less last year. He laments the frustration of feeling in the majority as millions parade under a fiscal burden.
Clarence L. Pelkie principal of Mount Anthony Union High School thanks the Bennington community for a grand reception after the state championship game in Burlington. He praises 2100 of 2800 attendees from the Bennington area, commends fire and police departments, congratulates the team, and commends students for politeness and sportsmanship across sites.
Bennington’s new selectmen consider two thirds of taxes due in November 1974 and one third in May 1975 with a plan to adjust dates as needed. They oppose political commissions for social services and urge the board to oversee such programs, with directors reporting periodically. Also, current selectmen on social service boards should resign to avoid conflicts of interest. Letters up to 200 words welcomed. Washington column discusses Kissinger and Schlesinger approach to Middle East oil and nuclear arms, noting differing styles and potential policy actions.
In a budget season clash in Washington the two top Nixon aides push rival visions. Kissinger aims for progress in disarmament and detente while Schlesinger urges new submarines carriers ICBMs and a large weapons program. The row may end up on Capitol Hill or in the country.
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