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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1971
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation. Address: 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
Editorial cautions readers that cosmetics can carry dangers from hexachlorophene, a chemical linked to brain damage in lab tests. FDA warns about pHisoHex used in hospitals for newborns and notes many products list hexachlorophene in active ingredients. Public awareness and tighter labeling are urged, as FDA lacks full regulatory power over cosmetics. Pediatricians recommend simple soap and water for infant care.
Prime Minister Trudeau leaves the White House buoyed by assurances from President Nixon on U S Canadian economic relations and cooperation ahead of summits with allied leaders. The talks signal a constructive shift despite Canada’s concern over American control of industry and foreign investment. Top officials in Vermont and Davis administration face pay policy questions amid merit pay discussions and a substantial salary rise at the federal level.
John Chamberlain argues the U.N. oil and trade ban on Rhodesia humbles the adversaries while empowering Rhodesia to stand on its own. He cites Zambia and Malawi as examples of neighboring states defying the boycott, showing regional resistance and economic realignments that undermine the U.N. effort.
Karlis Lusis denounces Chilean president Salvadore Allende and his alliance with Castro. He claims nationalizations harm the needy, warn of Communist dictatorship, and criticizes American educators and clergy for supporting communist slogans. He likens supporters to a Capercaillie and urges awareness of democracy versus communism.
In Saxtons River Bob Warner endorses Sen. Robert Stafford as the most qualified man for the United States Senate from Vermont, citing a long record of faithful governmental service and required ability for the position.
George B. Gordon argues Americans waste labor and money on trash while recounting a tale of Can driven greed by natives for cans. He profiles Shepard's Vermont rockingham project exploring sanitary fill limits and European thermal recycling. He urges regional waste disposal and private public support for energy from burning waste.
Bernie Sanders and Doris Lake visited Bennington for an informal gathering at Laina Gerrish home on Union Street. The evening mix of candid talk and pointed exchanges showcased a campaign framed around the Movement and anti corruption, with Sanders declaring he did not want certain votes and expressing doubt about winning. The session drew about 10 attendees who questioned goals and strategy, leaving one observer noting they had lost her vote.
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