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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1972
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation. It operates from 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201 and serves as the local newspaper for the region.
Senator George D. Aiken argues it is better to risk some cheating in food stamp use than deny aid to truly needy recipients. He cites the USDA guideline reversal, Vermont hiring needs, and the broader impact of bureaucratic changes on low income families in Vermont and nationwide.
In Vermont the deer herd remains a burning issue as lawmakers draft a deer herd bill while snowmobile laws and non-returnable battles are anticipated. A Bennington Board of Civil Authority suggestion seeks local government education in schools to boost voting and participation, with a push to sustain Vermont history through understanding government mechanics. Also noted are delays in retroactive pay from the IRS amid wage freezes, with assurances that raises may soon be paid.
Addison County Independent notes debate over widespread road salting with calcium chloride. It argues salt aids winter travel and economy, but raises environmental concerns, calling for a controlled test during the next major storm to gauge public and worker views.
The piece muses on New Year as a symbol of ongoing time and human potential. It contrasts the unchanging natural world with man's unique ability to shape tomorrows, noting the turn of the sun and the endurance of days while stressing that only humans can meaningfully impact what lies ahead.
Discussion questions the term disposable for household items like tissues napkins diapers cups and tablecloths suggesting waste is relocated not eliminated and urging change in how these items are viewed and managed.
Vermont doctors and hospital administrators await legislative action after the state supreme court struck down the 1846 abortion statute for doctors. A House Judiciary compromise measure aims to set procedures and standards while legislators, doctors, and administrators seek clear guidance on when abortions may be performed and who signs needed forms.
Einar Michaelsen argues that teachers should be change agents at Mt Anthony Union High School despite pressures from contract threats. He likens modern attacks to historical persecutions of Socrates Jesus and civil rights leaders, urging community defense of open minds in the late 20th century.
Donna Skrzypek thanks Mr Anthony for bold editorials defending Mt Anthony Union High School against conservative critics. She expresses concern over voices labeled fascistic and urges continued strength to preserve open education shaping open, honest and intelligent community members. She signs from 426 South Street.
A Lebanon panel from the Connecticut Jamaica New Hampshire Vermont Soil Conservation Society discusses the Connecticut River Basin, weighing a nine volume study and the New England Heritage booklet. The group agrees on need for a New England based independent agency, flexible plans, and clear objectives to avoid indecision and preserve environment while planning 50 years ahead.
In New York a three judge court voided state aid to non public schools for secular services, risking a billion dollar impact. The piece urges Nixon to back educational vouchers or parent aid, arguing federal guarantees of religious freedom and equity in tax dollars. It cites Cardinal Cooke and concerns about public school burden if parochial options disappear. It ends with Jane Russell recalling filming The Outlaw.
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