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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece argues the Song My killings jolted a wary nation and suggests the event may indicate wider abuses. It notes Congressional finger pointing, some call for secrecy, and Sen Dominick's attack on CBS for airing the interview, calling truth exposure "garbage" in a sick society.
A critical editorial questions public complicity in war ethics and media responsibility after a televised interview. It urges reflection on national morality, The piece compares complacency to Nazi era warnings and calls for accountability beyond leaders and peacemakers.
The article argues that while tax reform aims to cut holes used by predatory investors, Senator Gore wrongly labels certain provisions as loopholes. It cites depreciation incentives for railroad equipment, anti-pollution upgrades, and old housing remodeling as needed in housing, pollution, and mass transit. It urges detailed objections or support with simple, effective subsidy ideas to avoid derailing reform.
Editor notes critique Mt. Anthony Union School Board for avoiding sidewalk and traffic light responsibilities on Park Street, risking student safety at the school corner. The piece praises Putnam Memorial Hospital Institute for Medical Research, where Dr Helene Toolan and team study viruses in cancer, supported by a $50 000 grant from the National Science Foundation, ensuring ongoing vital work.
A semi annual bias and prejudice session examines a columnists mind as he admits preferences across figures like Nixon, Bradley, Washington and Dreiser while denouncing taxes, postage stamps, the Post Office and roadways. The panel probes for political leanings and potential license threats.
An editorial in a northern Vermont paper attacks a proposed 200000 state appropriation for day-care centers for working mothers, matching federal funds. It conflicts with supporters who cite Nixon and Gov Davis backing, noting day care aids work, reduces poverty, and improves family stability, urging firsthand visits to centers and long term welfare relief.
Thanksgiving sonnet thanks the Lord of Love for Blessings and giving. It speaks of gratitude, inner joy, and acts of charity guiding the faithful from Arlington toward a lighter path and Thanksgiving fulfillment.
Commentary on the Chicago Eight trial notes Bobbie Seale's controversial testimony and courtroom treatment. It argues the judge's harsh measures heighten national racial tension and prejudice the case, while linking the proceedings to broader law and order rhetoric and street activism.
The piece decries differing public sentiments in New York and Chicago where bombs and legal scenes provoke fear and dignity questions. It notes gun classes in California, nuclear safety debates among scientists, and a divide between left and right as the silent majority forms opinions amid media saturation and antiwar demonstrations.
Ken MacKenzie, a left handed reliever and Yale alumnus, asked for a raise after the 1962 Mets endured a 120 loss season. He noted he was the lowest paid member of Yale's class of 1956 and criticized his pitching record as not outstanding. The New York Times reports he is now Yale's baseball coach.
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