Bennington Banner notices and masthead on January 14 1974
The Bennington Banner published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. The issue prints the standard masthead and publication language for a 1974 Bennington newspaper edition.
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Vermont GOP arrogance prompts Senate delay on amendments
Vermont Republicans maneuver to delay constitutional amendments that could lengthen the governor's term, risking a 1974 election outcome. Sen. T Garry Buckley defers action to prevent a referendum and keep GOP control, while critics warn voters are growing weary of the party's grip on state politics.
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Judiciary Committee
Deane Davis
Fred Hackett
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Rights and limits on land use in Vermont
Letter to the editor arguing that rising population requires curtailing personal land freedoms to protect rivers, streams, and landscapes. Advocate strengthens Act 250 to close loopholes and ensure developers cannot exploit land. Calls for broad civic support to preserve clean air, water, and scenic value. W Douglas Burden, Charlotte.
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Vermont Emergency Board described by columnist Witten
Vermont readers learn the Emergency Board’s purpose and operation from former Appropriations chairman Wilton, offering insider insight into state government. The column and notes discuss Bennington town governance, residency costs pushing residents to mobile homes, and Bennington’s underrepresentation on the county Regional Commission amid resignations and planning needs.
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Citizen plea seeks halt to Vermont Yankee license
Action on a Vermont Yankee license draws concern over testing outages and radiation events. The group urges a 40 year operating license denial and calls for a thorough AEC investigation at hearings in Brattleboro. Citizens list sponsors and urge contributions to NECNP.
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Septic Tank Overflow in Bennington Trailer Park
Letter from Mary C Senecal condemns Lester Davis for neglected septic tanks in Bennington. She cites overflowing sewage, foul smell, and health fears for families and children, urging Health Department action while noting rent collection by Davis and lack of deadlines.
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Vermont readers oppose land use plan in editor letters
Readers and selectmen from Brookline Dover Hardwick Hyde Park Norwich Walden Waltham Whitingham urge the General Assembly to reject the state land use plan. They warn Act 250 threatens property rights and local control while praising preservation of Vermont’s environment without eroding liberty.
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Winter driving wisdom from a veteran car expert
A veteran driver argues that 1973 car improvements won't prevent crashes in winter. He warns drivers to master braking on ice, avoid automated gear pitfalls, and know road conditions. Emphasizing concentration, space, and restraint, he cautions against late trips in storms and unsafe tailgating on icy highways.
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If We Are To Get Tough On Minor Crimes
A polemical call for medieval punishments to curb petty offenses and corruption. The piece advocates harsh public penalties for double parking, false advertising, theft by coin machines, and bribe-takers, citing historical tortures and modern injustice to argue for draconian deterrents. It laments permissive sentencing and imagines brutal remedies to restore order.
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