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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1973
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 42h Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial notes President Nixon vetoed a bill allocating about 2 billion in aid for the physically and mentally handicapped, to fund vocational training and integration. The Senate failed by 4 votes to override, with Republicans citing party unity as their motive amid Watergate concerns.
The piece argues that cutting $2 billion from social programs to aid the disabled and mentally handicapped is politically popular while defense overruns totaling billions go unquestioned. It cites the GAO and Sen. Proxmire on defense costs, and hints the Nixon legacy hinges on such priorities.
The Vermont Public Service Board moves toward a constructive ruling on extending electric lines to homes. A temporary order is in effect, with a public hearing May 16 in Montpelier to gather input before a final order. The policy aims to reduce cross-subsidy costs while seasonal homeowners pay more.
Stephanie Johnson from Woodford Road writes about suburban redevelopment pressure in Westchester and Vermont. She cites a March 28 town statement on a parcel swap involving Dr. Richard Sleeman and questions zoning changes and access for a new shopping center.
The letter argues against the Land Capability and Development Plan’s broad forest and secondary agricultural definitions that would largely prevent rural development. It urges amendments to allow clustered rural residential use with environmental safeguards, and calls for clearer guidelines and potential public land or payment options to balance growth and conservation. The piece also critiques possible Senate changes and urges moderates to support a statewide guideline system aligned with fairness and legality.
In a nation weighing rail transit against vast highway networks, evidence from Lindenwold to Miami and San Francisco shows rising ridership and lower emissions. Proponents urge use of a larger portion of the Highway Trust Fund for rail or bus systems, despite GOP and rural resistance. Denise McCluggage of Warren, VT drives a Land Rover with the vanity plate DOG.
The Hartford Courant notes readers question why official data report airport temperatures while daily life centers on street stops. A columnist argues local readings at bus stops better reflect real warmth or chill for residents.
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