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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner, published daily except Sundays and holidays, is produced by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The Vermont House Speaker John S. Burgess faces a pivotal choice in selecting House conference committee members to resolve differences between the House 3 percent sales tax and the Senate 4 percent plan. The decision could shape taxation policy, Burgess’s political future, and any Davis-Senate coalition backing the higher levy. Burgess must balance House and Senate positions while resisting front office pressure from Gov. Davis.
Congress, led by Rep. Patman, probes the Small Business Administration amid claims of shocking disclosures. Conte calls for full inquiry into Mafia-linked car leasing and favoritism in loans and guarantees, questioning why political connections often trump genuine need.
James Reston notes New York has become one giant masquerade where theater spills from subways onto sidewalks. He catalogs fashions from Nehru jackets to mini skirts, sees bold, varied styles on streets and in cafes, and jokes that the city is a perpetual, unscripted parade.
Governor Deane C. Davis outlines a veteran elderly tax relief bill in Montpelier. The measure, part of a five bill revenue package, proposes a $1 million program offering real estate tax rebates or rent relief to seniors on fixed incomes, with a simple single page filing form. The plan, backed by Ways and Means, would reimburse seniors for taxes paid to local communities without draining town revenue, and targets households where tax payments exceed 7 percent of income, up to a $420 cap, varying by local tax rates.
North Bennington columnist Elizabeth Dwyer contends women have gained in politics, law, medicine, and sports while men cling to traditional roles. She notes ROTC at Temple University and observes coed dorm life, predicting eventual partial separation to preserve balance between genders.
The SDS proposes a summer work-in to infiltrate industry using vacation jobs in large plants to spread literature, form union ties, and spark mass action. The piece argues this aims to subvert unions and defy government policies, while noting warnings to students about appropriate conduct and attire.
A letter to The Banner questions statements from Monday's report on the Pownal track meeting. The writer asks whether 107 local track jobs are full time or seasonal and challenges proposed tax breaks for General Cable while suggesting similar relief for other local firms. The note also questions track managers salaries and asks how they live without pay. The correspondent signs with initials and address.
In Vermont readers hear a stand taken on the track funding dispute. Faxon Bowen of Arkmont Pownal argues the track has carried costs for six years and now seeks a fair share from the state and community partners. He denounces moralizing as mere chatter and urges practical support to keep racing on the map.
John J Hicks of 4172 Denman St Elmhurst New York argues that creating a nuisance draws news coverage and attention from colleges and media. He urges observing law and public order to avoid being noticed.
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