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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1972
Page
4
Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation based at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Wall Street Journal report argues private railroad interests control Amtrak by access to tracks staff and equipment, leading to poor on time performance. In early January only 77 percent of trains were on time with seven long distance runs at 51 percent. Congress should examine tougher oversight and possible strengthening of the federal act governing Amtrak.
Letters to The Banner discuss impartial moderation for a Monday MAUHS forum, amid clashes over protests, witchcraft study claims, and town elections. Citizens push for an uninvolved moderator, criticise inflammatory reactions, and call for open, fair discussion by the Mt Anthony School Board.
A reader argues the Rutland Herald plan to curb snowmobile trespass by posting signs and notices is unworkable. The writer favors a motor vehicle trespass rule requiring permission and posting, noting existing defenses for walking and urging Vermont residents to contact Ways and Means and their representatives.
Arnold Saltzman of Seagrave Corp and Harris Wofford of Bryn Mawr College lead a five year series of seminars to evaluate how the United States has carried out the Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights. They aim to report in 1976 on whether institutions promote or hinder life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. The discussions cover the Fourteenth Amendment’s reach on education funding, the First Amendment’sReligion clauses and possible voucher systems, and conflicts between the Fifth and Sixth Amendments over witness rights. The group may also explore press freedom in relation to government secrets.
Mrs Lillian Cabana writes a letter accusing The Hoosick Falls Standard Press of misreporting an January 6 1972 car pedestrian accident and complains editor Mr Mahoney blocked her reply. She questions print decisions and calls for accuracy.
Arlington resident Roberta Keough denounces a proposed bill criminalizing picking white lilies while another bill would legalize abortion, urging that the command Thou shalt not kill apply equally to humans and animals. She questions lawmakers in God's name and calls the contrast ironic and outrageous.
Friday's Banner presents a reflective verse on guilt and fate. The writer contemplates a “born loser” and warns against judgment, acknowledging humanity’s susceptibility to sin while invoking grace. The piece emphasizes humility, divine grace, and shared vulnerability.
In Searsburg Vermont the writer notes tame January snow then a sharp cold swing from 42 to 10 below within hours. The piece humorously links Groundhog Day to farming lore, mentions six more weeks of winter, and reflects on local weather and wildlife cues. It also covers TV skating shows and Peggy Fleming’s Rome special, praising performances and noting local goldfinch sightings.
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