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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1973
Page
4
Bennington Banner, published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation, operates from 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201. The notice outlines the paper's operational schedule and corporate address for official correspondence.
Vermont politics heats up as Gov. Salmon and Rep. Mallary face strong interest from multiple Republicans and Democrats. Leahy considers House run if Aiken retires, Burgess backed by Mallory, Smallwood and others enter the field. Legislature beyond three months away, Watergate era enthusiasm remains high.
Edward B. Rust, head of the U S Chamber of Commerce, urged Chicago insurance agents to view Ralph Nader as a pro business advocate focused on products that perform and warranties that protect buyers. He conceded some exaggeration but framed Nader as aligning with consumer interests within a free enterprise system. The piece contrasts Rust's stance with typical business calls for looser environmental controls and profits driven policy.
In a letter published yesterday Moss criticizes The Banner for its Battick murder trial coverage. He offers no specific examples of inaccuracies and implies politics may drive the attack. The piece argues a prosecutor must be specific and accurate when accusing the press.
The Times of London argues political leaders must accept responsibility for their subordinates actions. It criticizes Mr Nixon for attempting to alter this rule, noting such perversions of the democratic system erode his political authority and cannot be justified by claims of never knowing everything the government does.
An open letter to Environmental Secretary Martin Johnson questions Vermont's bottle bill. The writer cites drastic drops in beer sales since Sept. 1, asserts money leaves the state, and argues the law harms small family stores. He contends nationwide scope and practical enforcement are needed. Route 5 Bellows Falls.
The writer denounces a bottle return law as harmful to small merchants and unfair to border towns. She argues it shifts costs to consumers, ignores out of state litter, and could deter tourist purchases while urging lawmakers to amend the policy promptly. Jacksonville, signed by Mrs. Sandra T. Williams.
Burlington Free Press notes a sentiment urging kindness and consideration, encouraging people to cheer others even when choosing to let them act independently. The piece emphasizes positive social behavior and personal happiness as a path to communal goodwill.
Anthony Lewis argues that the Agnew affair reveals a deeper crisis in American institutions. He contends impeachment is unlikely, resignation both for Agnew and Nixon is the only cleansing remedy, and calls conservatives like Goldwater to urge the president to step aside to preserve the system.
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