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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner, published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington VT 05201, operates daily except Sundays and holidays. The statement outlines its corporate publisher and address.
The piece argues U S bases in Spain tie to Franco heirs and risk alienating European allies. It urges a cautious, extended congressional review rather than rapid ratification, warning of potential backlash if democratic forces overturn the regime and repudiate the accord.
The New York Times Sunday Magazine features Spiro Agnew, portraying him as a betrayed former vice president awaiting the right moment to defend himself. Critics say press overload on Patty Hearst and would-be assassins fuels more sensational coverage, not ideal for role models.
Burlington Free Press notes that John Gunther, famed writer, chose Caspian Lake in Greensboro for peace and unpressured privacy. While walking Hardwick streets a resident asked why he stayed away from fame, and Gunther replied Vermont offered respite from the artificial spotlight and constant attention.
The article notes a handful of well known figures linked to Vermont including William Colby of Charlotte, Arthur Burns of Ely, and Ellsworth Bunker who farms in Dummerston. It observes many famous people visit Vermont for rest and recreation while asserting locals should not intrude on them.
Washington column reviews the Watergate wind-up and Ford Nixon ties. It notes Nixon would have faced indictment without the pardon and details how Rebozo funds, Hughes money, and later tape disclosures raise ongoing questions. It argues the pardon politics, unanswered questions, and pending tapes promise continued debate.
The columnist likens New York City's fiscal woes to a panhandler asking for cash, criticizing long-term borrowing, pension rules, and overpaid city services. They blame state pension laws, a high salary school system, sanitation and transit costs, and misrepresented revenues while urging restraint.
A Parade quote from Frank Darling notes a neighbor buying a new foreign car that never gets to be driven. Each time the neighbor backs out, the car chases itself up a tree, providing a humorous image from a TV and nightclub comic.
Washington columnist interviews Bargood Fie of Less Lawlessness through Less Law arguing that legalizing offenses like marijuana and pornography could reduce crime by removing laws. He cites Sweden's drop in illegal postcards and says ending laws would strip organized crime of its market advantage. The piece notes Mafia opposition and potential constitutional test cases.
A letter requests the results of a 1930 research study funded by a foundation. In time a complete file was received with a statement noting the office staff’s inefficiency and that the material would normally have been discarded long ago.
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