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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published every day except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
Former Massachusetts Governor John A Volpe as U S secretary of transportation pushes a crash study of the supersonic plane project. Senator Case seeks a two year ban on nonmilitary supersonic flights over land while a broad federal review is conducted to weigh safety nuisance and environmental concerns before widespread use.
Town Meeting must decide on continuing development of Town Farm land for a public park amid growth in Bennington. The article urges voters to preserve open space on Park Street area with Battle Monument views, warning that housing could replace the site if approved for other uses.
Byron A. Harrington questions the poll on the sales tax and criticizes governor Davis while pledging support if urged reforms occur. Samuel R. Ogden is urged to strengthen his tax wealth claim. Dorset readers defend local theatre against hostile letters and praise community efforts like teen programs and free events.
Manchester residents question if Peru sending 7th and 8th graders to Manchester Elementary is approved. reader urges MES remain for Manchester district, citing space limits, tuition students, and increased workload on teachers. Emil J. Zoufaly argues for keeping MES enrollment limited to Manchester taxpayers.
Elizabeth Dwyer reports on the revised third edition of Dr Benjamin Spock's Baby and Child Care. The liberal, now less permissive guidance addresses adolescence hygiene, dress, autonomy, and parenting boundaries amid Vietnam War tensions and shifting social norms.
A reflective claim argues that cordial relations among individuals, groups, and nations could ease global troubles. It cites a man who aided parents in raising two generations, suggesting his advisory stance against sacrificing lives for perceived wrongs deserves consideration.
As Alaska Governor Walter J. Hickel faces confirmation as interior secretary, a national debate erupts over offshore drilling and oil industry influence. The piece contrasts Udall’s past support for offshore leases with current concerns about pollution, conservation, and Hickel’s own oil ties, warning of intensified scrutiny as Alaska’s resources come under federal control.
In a Parade interview, Igor Stravinsky rejects a $4,000 offer to compose film music, calling it insufficient and noting the predecessor was paid more. Victor Borge adds a quip about talent and difficulty, reflecting humorous exchange on Hollywood commissions.
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