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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1972
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 0201.
The Lavelle case raises questions about civilian oversight as he claims approvals from Abrams and Moorer for unauthorized bombing in Vietnam. Senate probes seek to verify whether high-ranking officers ignored White House directives, challenging civilian authority over a powerful, expanding military.
The text speculates on a future common currency for EU members, suggesting a single note while each nation’s integrity is preserved. It notes such a union remains distant and explores playful currency anagrams like fround prane manc frark mound park and the proposed Yark for Italy.
Editor notes a Boston USPS directive giving preferential treatment to political mail ahead of elections. The piece lampoons the policy as boosting campaign propaganda delivery while potentially delaying ordinary first class mail. It also covers Mark Spitz’s California homecoming and a mocked presidential endorsement question.
In the Boston Herald Traveler and Record American opinion page, a satirical jab targets bureaucratic overreach in issuing visas and passports. Frances Knight, head of the Passport Office, is cited for recommending abolition of diplomatic passports after overseeing millions of documents yearly. The piece links such bureaucracy to broader themes of private property and land reform, arguing for a shift toward public trust.
The Nixon team's 31 point lead worries as scandals loom. Amended Watergate complaint adds Stans and others as defendants. Dairy price flips spark a milk price surge and Common Cause sues to force disclosure. Grain market corruption hints grow as grain dealers face scrutiny. Worries linger over a lack of full government transparency and potential revelations.
Independent commentator Sunderland endorses Nixon for president, critiquing McGovern’s appeal and criticizing both campaigns. The piece defends Nixon’s record, cites media and public debate, and notes the author’s long history of supporting Democrats before choosing Nixon.
Harold D Gangloff, a World War II veteran from 24 McCall St, criticizes Karlis Lasis and Nixon over Vietnam. He argues for pulling out of Southeast Asia, citing CIA and DIA assessments, media reports, and the cost to taxpayers, and defends Lincoln's democracy ideals.
A women’s collective argues for abortion as a legal medical option with emotional support and body education. They contend bans do not stop abortions and demand birth control improvements, urging broad support and letter-writing to legislators. A contact P O Box listed as Exsex VI.
Arlington Garden Club sponsors a sapling pin oak planting by Peter Bent and Douglas on the Lawn of Martha Cantiedd Library. Angela Devoto photographs the event for the Martha Canfield Bookhall with credit to Archie Plemanton. A stray schoolyard anecdote about teaching and the world.
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