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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1974
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Proposal I would amend the Vermont Constitution to extend elective terms for top state officers to four years from two. Supporters say it improves efficiency and reduces costs, while opponents including Liberty Union and GOP figures warn about accountability and political power lasting four years.
In Bennington the upcoming Town Meeting focuses on funding social agencies. The Banner presents five agency accounts with factual details to aid voters. Debate surrounds value to the community versus the perceived cost, urging readers to judge by impact rather than price.
Henry B Raymore of Arlington argues to protect Vermont rural road scenic values from modernization. He criticizes Rep Thomas H Foster's bill supporting state aid for road upkeep, urges preservation over widening, and cites examples like River Road Arlington and Kelly Stand road. He praises narrow one lane English roads and warns against Interstate erosion of scenery.
Leonard J. Black of Bennington urges adoption of a checklist voting method to ensure only legal voters participate in Mt Anthony Union District and town meetings. He notes past nonvoters in the room and offers ballot voting as an alternate for those working, stressing the need for lawful procedure and public scrutiny.
A Bennington reader and a Social Worker from Washington defend the residential treatment centers at 102 River St and 204 Depot St. They challenge claims they house delinquents only, note licensing and funding details, and urge local support to keep juveniles in community settings. They warn against “out of sight” removal strategies and cite Weeks School changes while urging courage for new solutions.
Tom Braden assesses Richard Nixon’s strategy amid impeachment pressures. He argues the President alternates appeasement and defiance, citing firings and coverups, while suggesting two near-term shocks could force accountability or mass support for impeachment.
William S. Ingraham of 358 Elm St objects to Richard V. Perrott’s stance on delinquent children linked to alcohol abuse. He accuses Perrott of profiting from alcohol sales while condemning measures aiding rehabilitating families, arguing a clear conflict of interest in criticism of 204 Depot and 102 River.
The article surveys alternative energy sources amid oil embargos, highlighting natural gas, gasified coal, wind, solar heat, geothermal, hydrogen, and tidal power. It notes coal gasification and waste-derived fuels as possibilities, compares costs and environmental risks, and discusses nuclear plants and their drawbacks. It argues public and governmental will are key to adopting new energy strategies.
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