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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation. It operates from 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The editorial defends the food stamp program against President Ford's plan to tighten eligibility. It warns that lowering income thresholds would harm four child families earning seven to eight thousand dollars yearly and urges reform through cost of living adjustments or an income maintenance system, while condemning abuses by chiselers and students.
The House rejected a rule letting the Federal Election Commission hold campaign finance reports, 257 to 148, arguing reform is halted. Senate support was noted, but lawmakers like Rep. Wayne Hays opposed reforms, signaling broader concerns about real reform of campaign finance oversight.
The Christian Science Monitor recalls an amazing and unprecedented World Series performance that proved baseball can rival any sport. It celebrates Cincinnati and Boston for their gritty play and sportsmanship in a hard fought contest with memorable high points and enduring pride.
Veteran Luis Tiant of the Red Sox and Don Gullett of the Reds clash as Tony Perez drives a comeback with a three homer stretch. Carlton Fisk's fair ball call and Fenway celebration capture a nation’s gaze on the 1975 World Series featuring Rose Fisk Yastrzemski Bench among the sport’s brightest summer icons.
Senator Tunney presses ERDA for why the U S shifts slowly from nuclear fission to fusion while major oil and reactor makers back fission. The piece argues private industry and policymakers favor fission for profits, warns of plutonium risks, and notes Soviet laser fusion progress. It cites Kissinger, Zarb, Rockefeller plans, and Uranium Enrichment Associates as part of a broader energy policy battle.
The text analyzes President Ford's fragile path to a 1976 Republican nomination amid a string of gun incidents and shifting public perception. It notes Ford's personal appeal and bipartisan acceptance, but remarks how recent events have unsettled Republican confidence and raised questions about his viability as the party’s nominee.
The article argues Ford’s support is fading due to economic policy alienating labor and social policy alienating the poor and unemployed. It notes the Republican need for a young, new candidate who could capture the popular imagination like Wendell Wilkie, while conservatives worry about splitting the party if a Reagan-like figure runs.
Bennington area Dollars for Scholars launches a drive for scholarship awards for 1975 1976. Eligible applicants include all Mt Anthony High School graduates and other graduates enrolled anywhere. Last year 11239 dollars funded 48 scholarships. demand exceeded awards, with more applicants expected this year.
A historic reflection on how New England’s open forested landscape changed from Jefferson era grids to evolving patterns driven by settlement, timber, mining, railroads, highways, and tourism. It argues land value should reflect productive use, warns against speculative taxation, and calls for enduring land management.
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