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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
A Bennington opinion urges restricting junkyards to CI zones to protect landowners. Editorial argues against poll taxes, detailing Thum of Dorset and Vermont’s voter access, license, and revenue concerns with Old Age Assistance levy. It notes Bennington residents face a near $12 poll tax this year.
A Bennington College alumnus defends Bill Dixon and the Black Music Division against critics led by Calvin Forbes and Gardner. The author argues for maintaining avant garde integrity over marketable, conventional approaches and criticizes Forbes for lacking musical understanding. The letter urges renewed commitment to bold, unique art at Bennington.
Vermont Heartbeat discusses how regional councils of government and A-95 style reviews steer billions in federally aided projects. The U.S. Chamber urges voluntary regional groups to collaborate, sharing planning and policy views while state chambers aid local chambers in forming cooperative regional bodies.
A Plains letter to James E. Carter urges presidential amnesty for Vietnam draft evaders and deserters. It cites editorial arguments about fairness and post Civil War pardons, noting many drafted in Plains were Black and unaware of escape options, and urges Carter to adopt the editorial stance.
An open letter to Town Manager Lous C Sarelas appears in The Banner thanking him for keeping his word on Hinadillville North Ben road and cemetery upkeep. Edith Lemay Gore Road applauds his responsiveness after years of inattention and commends his willingness to discuss issues.
Vermont Democrats gathered at Madison Square Garden in New York City to back Carter, confirm Mondale as vice presidential candidate, and cast votes amid mixed feelings. Notables including Gov. Salmon and Mayor Gordon Paquette attended. Ben Scotch favored Bleicher rule amendment, which narrowly failed.
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