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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Ford administration wavered on campaign financing reform as Congress debated limits on special interest money. Ford omitted reform from his initial priorities and reportedly opposed subsidies for incumbents and challengers funded by tax checkoffs, challenging the notion of a broader presidential view.
A Letter to the Banner writer defends the North Bennington Graded School Board meeting coverage. The author seeks better rapport between the high school director and the district board and disputes that the report misled readers about the junior high renovation project discussion.
North Bennington residents dispute tax impact and a pending ACLU suit against Mt. Anthony. The letter disputes a Banner headline, cites 205 students instead of 250, and supports a junior high project within a decade due to population trends and economic priorities.
A columnist highlights a Fortune article noting a National Commission for the Reform of Secondary Education suggested ending compulsory schooling after age fourteen. The piece argues reduced attendance could lower vandalism and costs, cites Jefferson and NYU admissions, and urges targeted reading tests for open enrollment colleges.
Secretary Claude Brinegar told the Society of Automotive Engineers in Anaheim that local areas should implement incentive systems to push more efficient use of streets and highways. He suggested the automobile must pay its share, including possible stiff parking taxes and rush hour license plates.
The American Legion Magazine argues cities should curb car access to central cores and fold automobiles into mass transit plans rather than seek ways to bypass them. It frames transport as a core urban policy, urging systemic integration over resistance to vehicles.
The letter to the editor cites Vermont tourism woes blaming exaggerated flood damage in 1973 and missed opportunities from ski resort proximity during the fuel crisis. It questions promotional efforts by figures like Al Moulton under Phil Hoff and criticizes sign stations as insufficient remedies.
In Shaftsbury the Republican primary reveals Pearl Hoyt polling better than Ed Colvin. The piece argues Colvin misreads Vermont election law and fails to understand voters. Hoyt is portrayed as thoughtful and calm capable of facing issues directly.
A patchwork of quotes covers alcohol effects, tourism taxes, and Vermont leadership. The piece rails against inept tourism policy, cites Bennington remarks, and contrasts environmental concern with tourist value while criticizing Richard Nixon and the presidency. It ends with a note of cynicism about political rhetoric.
Tom Braden argues Nixon seeks a full pardon and to dodge scrutiny after leaving office. He portrays Ford as compliant, then contends Nixon uses public sympathy, medical claims, and pressure on witnesses to avoid testifying. Braden cites Haig Eisenhower and Dita Beard to illustrate a pattern of star worship shielding truth.
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