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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece notes Senator James L. Buckley urges Nixon to resign to save the presidency, contrasting him with Edward Brooke. It highlights Buckley's conservative credentials, his past support for Nixon, and the potential impact on impeachment momentum. It discusses the President's need to release documents and tapes to avoid further erosion of legitimacy.
Editorial notes the New York Assembly passes a sweeping obscenity bill targeting nudity and explicit content. Proponents led by Flack defend it as necessary, opponents led by Fink warn it may be unconstitutional and overly broad. Senate backing appears cautious as state line jokes and sandals hint at broader moral concerns.
A Burr & Burton Seminary letter defends the Manchester Program, arguing it expands education options and includes a social counselor, remedial reading, and a strong co op. Trustees dispute cost figures, note enrollment of eight or nine, and say the program helps alienated students by keeping them off campus and connected to broader academic avenues.
A snowbound Skylark Mountain weekend brings 14 inches of snow and driving conditions yet yields a birdwatching delight. Robins arrive early marking a second record, while chickadees and woodpeckers forage as sparrows come to the doorstep. AOU name changes spark debate about bird identification and legacy in field guides. plus a Vermonter nostalgia note from Jason Cook about home.
The Hartford Courant notes growing talk about turning garbage into fuel and highlights how much of it is being turned into movies and television series. The piece also comments on a weak economy, while noting workers man the pumps only about three hours daily.
A weekend climax brought buoyant pride to Bennington as Mt Anthony hosted a music festival and the Patriots nearly won in Bangor. Local residents praised the students and faculty for bringing honor to Mt Anthony and thanked the community for warm hospitality to visitors.
A Vermont delegation member recalls the New England High School Basketball Tournament in Bangor. He praises Mt Anthony in Bennington for their representation by players, coaches, and fans, calling the team exceptional despite on court results and expressing Vermont pride.
A statement urges establishing Henry Kissinger as a permanent U S diplomat beyond his current term. It lauds renewed China ties, improved global relations, and Vietnam returnees, arguing his permanent role would cement faith in U S foreign-born citizens and world trust in America. Address: 2209 Wilbraham Rd Springfield Mass.
The report recounts Wilbur Mills pressuring Bryce Harlow to urge Nixon to file an amended tax return within 10 days. Mills expects about 400,000 to 500,000 dollars due from San Clemente and other properties, plus the Braden gift of VP papers. Nixon clings to toughing it out, while Kissinger Haig say Nixon will never resign.
The Wall Street Journal notes circulating jokes in the White House grow harsher as anti Nixon humor spreads. A sample cits a cruel barb about the Marine Band and resignation speech, reflecting rising tension within the administration.
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