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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1972
Page
2
The Bennington Banner publishes daily except Sundays and holidays, produced by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 125 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial notes expected pushback from Willow Road residents against a federal subsidized housing project. It argues stereotypes about poor people and housing persist, while acknowledging limited chances for low income residents to prove their ability to maintain decent homes.
A letter argues for overdue low income housing on Willow Road in Bennington. It critiques local resistance and urges acceptance to improve living conditions, noting current poor housing, dirt from streets, and failing plumbing while envisioning neighbors who could become good residents.
Editorial notes Governor Davis opposition to a federally funded interstate highway through Vermont citing overrun communities and growth concerns. Cape Cod voices similar worries as tourism promotion faces calls to curb impacts while Vermont shifts from promotion to preservation with strict regulations and environmental controls. The piece frames tourism as a cultural and economic dilemma for year round residents.
A reader shares frustration with junk mail and slow elder housing progress. The letter from Isabelle Roberts calls for timely completion of South Street elderly housing, urging officials to act now rather than promising years later. A housing authority note mentions ground breaking within two weeks and occupancy next spring.
A hospitalized writer chronicles illness and recovery after multiple surgeries. He reflects on hospital life, the staff, and personal growth, noting gratitude for Springfield hospital and its care, while hinting at possible future health setbacks and a renewed attempt at his column.
A former patient thanks Springfield Hospital staff and doctors for better meals now served with advance menus and on-site soups. The writer notes occasional gripes but praises the chef, nurses, and medical team, and reflects on recovery and hope for spring.
The AFL-CIO executive board votes neutrality in the McGovern Nixon contest and focuses on backing Democrats in the House and Senate. The piece argues labor’s split level strategy risks Congress more than the presidency, warning that their grip on politics may backfire if McGovern falters.
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