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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1972
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The revolt led by Arnold R. Miller and Miners for Democracy toppled Tony Boyle’s autocratic leadership in the United Mine Workers. Balloting under federal orders and Labor Department oversight produced clearer rights for insurgents, a potential model for other unions following the Yablonsky family murders and years of corruption.
The Sunday Times notes Harvey B. Scribner will resign as chancellor of the New York City school system effective June 30. His tenure in Vermont and New York drew praise and protest for pushing student oriented reform and challenging traditional education interests. He is known for speaking his mind and stirring entrenched groups, with students expected to benefit from his reforms wherever he teaches next.
A fragmented collage quotes Ernest Dichter on empty love and neglect, E M Nicholson on youth challenging growth norms, Russell Train on quality of life versus quantity, and a stray note naming Hankie Clegg TE actress, reflecting a miscellany of ideas from a historical page.
Alan Jon Fortney argues that government censorship threatens the Constitution and urges media to openly resist, urging observers to watch censorship in action. He warns the public of a slow collapse of the fourth estate and calls for bold, transparent reporting against political pressure. Fortney signs with his Bennington address.
Bennington readers are urged to note that BFRC Inc. remains active despite claims of dormancy. Past president Aileen M. Longtin and supporters outline ongoing programs for Special Olympics, camp scholarships, donations, and transportation for children, defending BFRC's volunteer work and bylaw adherence. Jim Sanderson praised by John H. Howland Jr. for party leadership and integrity.
The narrator describes an early winter storm with 12 below zero and how red squirrels invade the garage and chimney. They reflect on squirrels’ diet, occasional predation on birds, and acknowledge nature’s survival of the fittest. They note parrots seen in Edgewater and contemplate Christmas plans and New Year wishes.
A reflective column recalls Harry Truman with pride and affection, noting his plain speech and decisive leadership. It contrasts wartime unity and postwar policy, praising the buck stops here philosophy, blunt honesty, and duty while touching on opposition and personal memory of his character.
A setting shows two coolies arguing in a crowded place. A passerby notes the lack of blows and learns that strong ideas can end a dispute without violence. A Chinese friend explains that the man who strikes admits big ideas have given out.
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