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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 4125 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece criticizes Attorney General Saxbe for aligning with President Nixon in the Watergate tapes dispute, arguing it subverts the United States and harms public trust. It also laments energy policy, noting power companies seek rate hikes after conservation and urging Vermont Public Service Board to conduct full hearings on such requests.
The piece contrasts Johnsons 1868 impeachment and Nixon era inquiries, noting party lines, legal grounds, and outcomes. It highlights Johnsons acquittal by one vote short of conviction, the Tenure of Office Act clash, and argues current processes aim for fairness, with Nixon facing serious charges and less solid grounds for action.
Timothy Crouse spoke at Middlebury College on pack journalism, explaining reporters chase similar wire-copy stories to avoid fumbling. He noted editors favor safe official handouts, skeptically weighing distinct material, and warned that reporters may stay near teletype machines in small states like Vermont.
A Letter to the Banner criticizes the board of selectmen for partisan committee appointments. The writer cites the failed reappointment of Joseph Higgins to the Bennington Housing Authority, arguing Higgins’ community ties and longtime interest in low-cost housing fulfilled a real need on the Authority.
Hamilton L Shields of Bennington criticizes the interim appointment of Mr Higgins by the old selectmen. He notes three members remained and only two honored a pledge to reappoint Higgins to a full term. Shields identifies as Republican and Higgins as Democrat, calling it a disservice to the community.
Mrs Pat Gile the teacher allegedly called a physician to obtain information about a student without consent. The writer Fragen if teachers have such authority and blames principal Willard S McBride for premeeting notification. JEAN STROFFOLEND emphasizes communication gaps at district level.
Gladys C. Stein notes Kiplinger's Washington letter urging youths ages 15 to 18 to apply for summer jobs in U S Youth Conservation Corps camps. Applications by April 15, pay about 300 dollars, with free meals and lodging. Also mentions a Labor Department pamphlet Do you want a summer job Tips on how to find one from employment offices. Arlington letter writer warns of slim summer job prospects for youths.
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