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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1970
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Wain Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The Senate panel backs an 807000 planning grant for the Dickey Lincoln public power project in Northern Maine, facing utility opposition after years of debate. The piece argues that private utilities resist competition, risking customer service and rising outages, as demand outpaces capacity. It notes the hydro plan would add about 890000 kilowatts, aiding Southern Maine and supplying peaking power to Boston, while acknowledging it is not a full solution to the region’s power gap.
Editor notes Vermont is praised as Eden and warned of overgrowth controls. Addressing pollution, caterpillars, and water contaminants, the piece also cites Army detox plans and ongoing forest fire risks as spring nears.
Bruno Battelheim argues that adolescent revolt is a modern phenomenon caused by prolonged dependence on parents and delayed sexual maturity. Historically youths followed parental paths, with early self-support and marriage leaving no room for revolt.
A Washington opinion piece argues that using ABM as a bargaining chip during SALT talks defies history and logic. It contends the stance relies on false premises, notes public exposure of the bargaining tactic, and questions the administration’s sincerity about arms reduction while suggesting proposed deals risk jobs and strategic posture.
A reader recalls a peaceful Sunday in the Green Mountain National Forest area disrupted by timber felling and noise from chain saws. The day features birds, a garden-bird bath idea, visitors Daniel M. Scott and Helga of Fort Devens, military talks, target practice banter, a chicken barbecue, and a calm, reflective close to a near-perfect day.
A Chicago letters to the editor publish a resolution by the Loyal Order of Moose affirming allegiance to God and country. It proclaims faith, purity, aid and progress, respect for constitutions, law and order, support for public servants, and unity across American and Canadian members while denouncing violence and civil disobedience.
A young mother urges understanding discipline and guidance for today’s youth arguing families must listen to teens, value their opinions, and reinforce the family unit as the nation’s future. Doris Zampini and Patricia Kellogg add notes on parenting and water pollution with low phosphate product lists. A quoted joke from the Wall Street Journal concludes.
Lloyd B. McGuffin offers a satirical letter criticizing ex Governor Hoff and Vermont ballot strategy. He jokes about north south corridors and a hemp moratorium marchers backdrop, referencing Black Hills and a Viet Cong flag image in a provocative, period voice.
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