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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corp at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
An editorial argues that the McCarthy insurgency revived in the 1960s and now fuels a nationwide October 15 peace moratorium. It portrays the movement as non radical, led by students and concerned citizens, urging an exit from Vietnam and a united national effort for peace while criticizing the Nixon era delays.
The piece praises a growing unity to end the Vietnam War now, noting Nixon pledges unequally fulfilled and casualties rising. It highlights broad, bipartisan support across ages in Bennington for Oct. 15 Peace Day and a nationwide community push.
The piece argues the oil depletion allowance is a political tool protecting oil interests. It highlights Sen. Russell Long of Louisiana as its chief defender, noting his financial gains from oil leases and his claim to represent the nation through tax legislation. The piece condemns the conflict of interest and warns that what benefits Long may harm America.
The piece argues Nixon could undercut the Vietnam Moratorium movement by promising to end the draft by mid 1970. It weighs public opinion, volunteer soldiers, and the idea of Vietnamization, citing Thanat Khoman and Rep. Meskill while warning against panic moves that could fuel further protests.
A letter argues there should be no service charge if payments are within 25 days, contending 30 days net is standard and criticizing supporters of usury. The writer advocates letting banks lend money while businesses sell goods, noting accounts past $100 and slow small claims actions. The piece also mentions campaigners for McCarthy and Kennedy and Quaker committees backing a call to end the war. R Arnold Ricks, North Bennington.
A reader letter argues The Banner should correct claims that the October 15 Vietnam Moratorium is sponsored by national groups. The piece critiques politicians and media for faux sincerity, cites Nixon era rhetoric, and warns the peace movement risks losing credibility amid polling and political maneuvering.
Massachusetts reacts strongly to the October 15 Vietnam Moratorium plan with widespread college closures and political endorsements. Governors, legislators, mayors, and university communities back the protest, signaling broad regional support and a clash between public duty and antiwar action.
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