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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1968
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation, located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The piece critiques Spiro Agnew as a campaigner and potential president. It notes his hardline remarks after Baltimore riots, accusations against Humphrey as soft on communism, and comparisons to McCarthy. It contrasts his approach with Nixon’s steadier campaign style and questions his suitability for national leadership.
Editor reflects on Sen Eugene McCarthy’s quirky campaign lines at a Chicago birthday party and compares his remarks to Adlai Stevenson. The piece then reviews Greater Bennington Association’s Antique and Classic Car Meet, praising Packards and Dusenbergs while noting early 20th century craftsmanship and the difference from modern highway cars.
At a New Orleans American Legion convention Nixon ran ahead in impressions while Wallace and Humphrey framed the race. Wallace attacked federal aid and school policy with sharp humor, Humphrey promoted nonpartisan safety and justice, and Nixon urged NATO renewal and U.S. responsibility for peace in the 1970s. Delegates noted mixed signals with Johnson’s Vietnam stance influencing the mood. A New England delegate hinted at possible electoral shifts despite party loyalties.
Skylark notes early autumn arrival with green hills turning, birds migrating, and a drought affected fruit like raspberries blueberries and apples. The author laments missing jelly making, recalls last summer’s warmth, and highlights community effort to repair Old Stratton Church Association building with local support and restoration plans.
George M. Graves of Shaftsbury signs a spirited Letter to the Editor railing against promises of higher taxes and a planned four lane turnpike. He lampoons Vermont debt and Boston bankers while urging restraint and honesty in state budgeting and highway schemes.
In Belgrade fears mount over a possible Soviet invasion similar to Prague. Tito’s past clashes with Moscow and Yugoslavia’s resistance history frame a warning that Western powers doubt a Soviet move can be stopped. Analysts note limited options amid a US election backdrop and NATO constraints.
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