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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1972
Page
5
A reader defends social science critique and argues against Samuel R Ogden s use of the term ghetto. The letter disputes his claim that ghetto means one thing and defends the humanity of residents of ghettos, noting racism and poverty shape conditions. It urges thoughtful discussion and counters Ogden s remarks with emphasis on accurate definitions and empathy.
Education Commissioner Joseph H. Oakey said Vermont needs more money than a special education bill. He noted the legislature should develop new ways to fund state aid to education, while defending the department’s reorganization and noting the Vermont Design for Education is being adopted in many schools. Oakey also discussed job offers and his five-year stay goal. In a separate item, Yakutsk, Siberia, logged minus 72 degrees F, the coldest since 1927.
In a letter to The Banner Malvine Cole urges shelving new prison builds and redirecting four million dollars to Wind-sor repairs open half way houses and community programs. She argues for treating alcohol and drug issues education youth centers and inmate organization to lower costs and improve rehabilitation.
Vermont State Traffic Engineer Charles F. Knapp says interstate signs will receive a facelift as fast-reading messages are crucial at high speeds. An overlay restoration costs 2.50 per square foot versus new signs at 10, aiding safety and the system’s appearance. Signs fade from weather and chemicals, prompting a scheduled renewal.
Franklin B. Smith of the Burlington Free Press won an Honor Certificate Award for The Pentagon Papers. Army Spec. 4 Scott Phillips of White River earned an Honor Certificate Award for What is an American. WNHV station received the George Washington Honor Medal Award for A Memorial Day Tribute.
The Vermont House adopted a resolution urging Congress to restore November 11 as Veterans Day after the federal law shifted holidays to the fourth Monday in October. In the Senate, a conference committee report included Thanksgiving in the deer season and refined hunter license suspension appeal procedures.
North Adams officials approved final City Hall plans and authorized Mayor Bianco to pursue federal aid up to 600000 this year. Architect Pernice was given a deadline to complete plans, with a 1.1 million building planned on the former James Hunter site and West Main Street redesigned to meet Main Street.
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