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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1970
Page
4
The Bennington Banner lists publication details for its Bennington Vermont edition dated Monday April 13. It states the paper is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington.
As US-Soviet strategic arms talks near, the debatable ABM programs threaten to trigger a renewed missile race. The piece urges a US unilateral or negotiated freeze to avert Armageddon, arguing generals resist while civilians must lead. It cites Brooke senate resolution and support from McGeorge Bundy and J R Killian.
A reader laments mixed government signals over housing aid for an Arlington geodesic dome project. The FHA rejected a radical design while Forest Service promotes low cost wood homes, including tubular, quonset, and round styles. The piece questions policy consistency and asks for clear government answers.
The piece notes President Nixon faces multiple crises from the Senate Carswell vote and the mail and air controller strikes to school integration attempts in Manatee County Florida. It also covers Vietnam war pressures with generals urging restraint and a rising casualty list, highlighting his delayed, bitter reaction.
A public white heat over Judge Carswell splits the White House and Senate. Nixon faces mounting pressure as critics call for Mitchell’s resignation and Fulbright is urged to be crucified by opposing papers. The piece explores whether aPotomac sail signals a policy shift or a political bid to mobilize regional and racial loyalties.
In a tongue in cheek push for environmental cleanup, the writer argues restoring horse drawn transport could cut pollution and be charming. He recalls Dobbin the family horse as simple, reliable, fuel free, while noting modern cars rely on complex parts and costly services.
Dr Rupert Spencer died at his Montpelier home Saturday. He was a largely unsung but helpful force in Vermont education, serving as liaison between the state Education Department and local boards on building requirements and other matters. His readiness to assist and understanding of local ideas will be remembered by administrators and boards statewide.
The piece ponders Western TV tropes where characters drink straight whisky in summer Burnt Gulch style. It questions how a man can guzzle half a bottle by 3 p.m. and still mount a horse for a stagecoach attack. The contrast with the good guy’s single beer is noted.
Albany report on the 1960s style party nominating process notes that both major parties rely on committee votes to back regular candidates for governor and other offices. Observers say leaders decide nominations, with Goldberg attempting a petition entry while Rockefeller influence shapes the Rochester convention outcome and Goodell endorsement.
The piece argues Earth Day politics risk an anti establishment slant while praising Ronald Reagan for pushing tougher anti pollution measures. It notes his push for an Omnibus Clean Air Law stricter pesticide rules and higher gasoline standards and recounts his earlier efforts to insure anti pollution funding and offshore drilling controls. It credits cooperation from Washington and Walter Hickel in extending state standards seaward.
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