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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201. The notice lists its publication schedule and corporate address.
An editorial accuses President Nixon and Spiro Agnew of stoking anti intellectualism and a McCarthy era atmosphere. It warns that punitive actions against liberal voices alienate youth and minority groups, urging leaders to defend dissent and avoid a civil disorder driven by repression.
The piece contrasts outdated weather lore with modern computer forecasts while noting a tenacious Atlantic storm. It argues that farmers once used sky signs to plan crops and that today even advanced models fail to predict quick New England weather changes. It then shifts to Nixon era politics, warning extremists may outpace moderates as antiwar protests continue and the President seeks a peace path.
The piece analyzes how domestic political use of propaganda shapes diplomacy over Vietnam. It contrasts Nixon's attempt to unite supporters against demonstrators with opponents who argue such tactics risk national interests and mislead the enemy. The author notes moderates doubt the just peace path and warns war and diplomacy remain unresolved after street politics subside.
In Marroles France on November 11 1918 a disordered company of the 142nd Infantry recalls muddy streets and dysentery after the cease fire. The narrator a young company commander witnesses villagers drink wine amid sporadic small arms fire and heavy artillery while questioning war and political motives. He cites Yale president Kingman Brewster and a Boston Globe proposal about marching in Washington versus ceremonies in Burlington as part of the Vietnam debate.
Three North Carolina State University scientists reported that tobacco plants exposed to about 100 decibels for two weeks showed an average 40 percent drop in growth. They warn noise from tractors, machinery, and jets could stress crops, though lawns often tolerate mower noise without effect.
Vice President Spiro Agnew in Des Moines shocked many by hinting it could be in the national interest to curb free speech on television. The speech noted television’s power and acknowledged opposition to the President’s foreign policy, arguing for potential limits after an election.
Analysis notes Nixon speech ahead of elections helped Cahill in New Jersey with 44 percent to Meyner's 39 amid 17 percent undecided. Virginia and New Jersey trend toward law and order while New York shows mixed results, prompting speculation on party shifts and possible 1972 ticket ideas. The piece argues Nixon-era middle-ground support remains strong despite protests.
Daniel G. Cadiz argues for shifting from federal warfare to mental strategies against communism. He criticizes Nixon administration, calls for decentralizing government, demanding concrete results, and urges readers to push for radical policy changes while preserving American democratic ideals. Cadiz cites dangers of propaganda and urges constructive, result oriented debate. He signs from 306 Jefferson Heights.
Miss Mary Wellington of New York City asks readers to ponder the Moon's view on human space feats and lunar loot. She wonders if the Man in the Moon is changing his stance and whether future space aims might provoke new challenges from celestial observers.
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