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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1973
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece recalls the so called Clifford Plan urging Agnew’s resignation and Nixon’s replacement, then resignation. It notes Agnew’s departure, questions whether Nixon will bow to a court order to surrender Watergate tapes, and ponders if his stubbornness may lead to impeachment, closing with concern over the nation’s patience.
Vermont residents weigh the bottle bill as VRGA campaigns to repeal the law, contrasting large chains who adapted with return counters and new discount shops. A Coke driver lauds universal returnability, while small grocers push for repeal amid litter concerns and shopper choices.
The piece argues Nixon may reveal a surprise choice for vice president, railing against pundits while weighing Sen. George D. Aiken, Gov. Nelson Rockefeller, and others. It contends Aiken is too old, Humphrey’s pledge proposal is nonsense, and Rockefeller, though costly, may win congressional approval with fewer scars.
A letter from Senator Herbert G. Ogden Windsor County urges a legislative backed joint committee to study the Vermont state highway program and financing. He cites the lack of a formal 1968 plan review and calls for evaluation of current projects, funding, and policies affecting quality of life.
A reader critiques power company pricing arguing meters are not state tested and sales tax is unfairly added. The letter urges metered electricity pricing, cites a governor letter, and compares to gas pumps. The piece segues into commentary on the Agnew affair and political vetting, noting wartime London signs as a humane guide.
The piece notes Nixon seeks names for a new vice president like in 1968, amid Agnew’s resignation and Middle East tensions. It critiques “last minute” picks, urges careful checks of character, and suggests a simple man of character may suit the nation, while Washington remains divided and indecisive.
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