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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays. It is published by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The piece argues that FDA DES bans raise cattle and soybean prices, while energy costs and vehicle efficiency stir public anxiety. It warns that compromises between environmental protection and comfort will hit consumers, manufacturers, and markets, with painful today costs before any future breakthroughs.
Vermont Senator George D. Aiken and President Nixon clash over the Senate Watergate resolution. Aiken condemns Percy's action as contemptible, while Nixon denounces Percy as ambitious. Ralph Nader calls for Nixon's resignation, urging proof before any impeachment.
E.8 White of North Brooklin argues that Maine once led in no rail passenger service and now trails. he urges bold investment in a roadbed capable of high speeds, citing foreign fast trains and existing Boston Washington runs, to revive a safe, efficient rail future.
The piece critiques President Nixon after his Watergate address, arguing he avoided direct guilt but faced a harsh double standard. It notes public demand for accountability, the emotional tone of his presentation, and compares reactions to Kennedy's Bay of Pigs responsibility. It frames the speech as a struggle between trust and political sacrifice, akin to Marc Antony's fate.
A reader responds to a May 1 1973 letter about Taiwan and Mao Zedong, correcting misread population estimates. The writer explains the 50 million figure referred to potential victims on the Chinese mainland, not Taiwan, and notes Taiwan’s population is about 14.5 million. The message questions whether disposing Taiwan’s freedom-loving residents would be any different.
Letter to the editor discusses Taiwan’s defense force of about 600,000, its shift to domestic military production, and fears of a total American withdrawal and loss of a nuclear umbrella. The writer reflects on Taiwan and mainland refugees, cautioning about the consequences for Taiwan if US support ends. The letter also includes community notices urging candidates for school director and mentions Jil Lavin.
Guidance on organic garden pest control suggests importing beneficial insects like praying mantis eggs and lady bugs, encouraging birds such as phoebes and swallows, and using natural sprays including garlic derived mixtures. It advises planting flowers to deter pests, growing onion family crops, and manual pest removal as a daily routine.
Tom Braden weighs in as Los Angeles residents prepare for a mayoral contest between incumbent Sam Yorty and challenger Tom Bradley. The piece assesses public attitudes toward race, media image, and key political risks, noting shifting views on black identity and the role of television in shaping perception. Bradley faces debates, staff reservations, and shifting Democratic support amid a backdrop of past racial controversy.
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