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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1970
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
A Vermont editorial argues for an open primary bill in the 1970 legislature to replace party declaration with a combined ballot. It notes secrecy, reduced crossovers, and historical Republican dominance, urging citizen-led choice over party bosses despite Republican resistance.
The Supreme Court struck down the Selective Service boards authority to use immediate induction as discipline against Vietnam war protesters. The ruling overrules a Hershey directive urging reclassification for instant induction of antiwar registrants. About 7,500 currently in uniform were affected, though not retroactively benefited. The court preserves criminal sanctions while rejecting administrative punishment, upholding due process and fundamental American principles.
An opinion piece condemns President Nixon for nominating Judge G Harrold Carswell and Clement Haynsworth, arguing the selections lower court standards. It warns against appointing justices who lack distinction and warns Senate confirmation flaws reflect on the Court’s stature and judicial philosophy.
In a critical view, the piece argues the United States and Britain bore responsibility for Biafra’s defeat by backing Nigeria to preserve imperial interests. It laments Western inaction and proffers UN action and arming Biafra as potential checks on Soviet influence, urging accountability for oil politics and hypocrisy.
A letter to The Banner editor urges Congress to fund senior centers for those over 55. George J. Rogers of 129 Beech St and local residents invite neighbors 65 and older to visit the center at 120 North St for card games, TV, radio, and social activities while encouraging letters to officials.
A satirical travelogue about a colossal mastodon jet to Paris blends in flight announcements with banter about seating, in‑flight service, and absurdities. It mocks passenger experiences and airline jargon through comic exchanges and a running captain’s narration.
Nixon aides discuss population growth as a national policy link to pollution control. The piece notes a conservative push toward education on population limits, warning that rapid growth could strain resources and accelerate pollution, with quotes from Dr. DuBridge and Dr. Egeberg.
In a speech approved by Secretary Robert Finch and President Nixon, Dr. Roger Egeberg argues freedom of choice in family planning could spur large growth, predicting 300 million Americans by 2000. Dr. Lee A. DuBridge urges a goal of zero population growth, balancing births and deaths.
The passage notes an immediate advantage in a developing population control campaign. Government, students, and the young and poor share a common interest in a manageable population and decent environment. They may split on cost but should align on the objective amid evolving political discourse.
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