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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1972
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 428 Main Street Lennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues the Miami convention marks a historic shift toward broader participation. It notes high female and minority delegate representation, many firstimers, and fewer professional politicians, praising reforms that empower “the people’s choice” over party elites.
Opinion piece argues that banning house trailers is unjust and unconstitutional and that modular homes are similar to mobile homes. It advocates strict building codes to regulate all structures and allows trailers if codes are met. It includes Roland Q. Seward’s statement from Common Sense Associates and notes controversy about the group’s aims and its 19 Vermonters involved.
The piece portrays Old Guard leaders resisting McGovern amid California delegate disputes and internal party strife. It notes Old Guard No 1's strong stance, Meany's hard line, and O'Brien's attempts to broker paths while Harriman backs McGovern's defeat. The tone reflects a fractured party over Vietnam, civil rights, and reform.
On a sunny June morning in Searsburg the author details a chorus of birds including a rose breasted Grosbeak, a Rolfinch, a catbird and a wren brightening the day. The piece notes drowned bluebird fledglings after bad weather and recalls the first Battenkill Timed T og Race from Cambridge area, describing its three mile course, swollen river currents, and a parade of creative rafts and floats. It ends with local visitors and thanks for a 90th birthday party.
A Vermont advocacy letter from Common Sense Associates urges preservation of Act 250 with streamlined rules, local level environmental counseling, and reduced red tape. It calls for statewide land-use standards, local final say, and expanded job opportunities while opposing extremism in governance. The appeal seeks broad support and outlines membership details.
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