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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily excluding Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Senate should approve the Geneva nonproliferation pact immediately despite the presidential transition. Delays risk eroding momentum and undermining global trust, as nations near nuclear capability, including West Germany, Japan, and Israel, grow less inclined to pursue vague aims while politics as usual prevails. The United States’ position strengthens the international community when ratified now.
Senator John Chandler Jr proposes a 1969 bill requiring every able bodied New Hampshire man to own a firearm and 500 rounds of ammunition or face a 100 dollar fine or six months in jail. He cites colonial precedent while opponents question constitutional rights and practicality.
A Bennington letter to The Banner urges public release of audit results on misused taxpayers funds. Ray C. Murray of the Bennington Taxpayers Protective Assn. questions when the total figure will be repaid and what actions protect taxpayers, noting rumors and delayed transparency.
The League of Women Voters with about 150 000 members nationwide operates nonpartisan to inform voters and advocate for issues after thorough study. In Vermont, Bennington hosted a luncheon with Peace Service Committee speaker Russell Johnson and members attend Constitutional Revision hearings. regional topics include Vermont Constitution revisions, population based representation, and land tax policy. Members across 1 249 local leagues educate voters, study issues, and persuade legislators.
Steven C. Rice explains why his school column View From Mt. Anthony will stop, citing time limits and a shift to the school newspaper The Monitor. He reflects on goals: portray student life, improve school communications, and document programs, thanking Principal Keir, Advisor Martinsen, Banner editor Resch, and staff.
Editor notes the Davis administration in Montpelier shows a patronage push with a simple slogan No Democrats Need Apply. G Al Moulton signals many Republicans will replace Democrats in state government from department heads downward.
A Sunderland reader defends his stance on the proposed school bond, contending the cost estimates and tax impact were misrepresented by the Sunderland School Board. He notes prior union considerations with Arlington and Massachusetts context, disputes the $225,000 construction figure, and urges a revised cost estimate before any revote.
Nostalgic sketches of Bennington postcards document landmarks from 1770 to 1912. The writer recalls Harmon Inn, Barber's Pines, Pownal Center, Walloomsac drive, Main Street views, and the Cone block fire with Woolworth signs. Local scenes include hospital vistas, old courthouse greens, and historic sights along GrIswold pond and Weeks Street.
Senator Kennedy reflects on spring 1968 campaigns in Indianapolis and Columbia protests, praising young volunteers for civic energy while noting anger, disillusionment, and questions about Vietnam, segregation, and nuclear arms. He argues youth insist on responsibility, participation, and faith in democracy, urging elders to keep pace.
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