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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1971
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corp located at 429 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial notes the Liberty Union as a growing force in Vermont politics preparing for the 1972 election with a formal statement of principles and a state committee, while Attorney General Jeffords questions ballot status. The piece critiques a Mt. Anthony board vote on citizen rights assembly and observes local prosecutors Mahady and Leahy seeking publicity amid statewide politicking.
The Burlington Free Press notes that the Liberty Union provides a distinct political choice by taking firm positions, while both major parties drift toward similar stances. It argues Jeffords should not block the third party and suggests civic education reform, including a required senior course on citizenship and taxation. It also mentions Women's Liberation critiques of traditional gender roles, contrasting society's evolving views with the paper's tone.
STEVEN RICE reflects on the August 5 draft lottery, critiquing dehumanization, the paradox of legality, and the emotional impact on 19-year-olds. He cautions that even as the nation moves toward volunteers, the lottery entrenches coercion and unequal burdens.
A visitor notes China’s vibrant, youthful energy despite health problems and a Cultural Revolution legacy. He describes dense population, rapid work, irrigation terraces, tractors, bicycles, and massive rural labor projects while acknowledging shortages in fertilizer, machines, and feasible transport.
A Vermont columnist argues for summer use of ski areas and chalets along Vermont Route 17. He suggests hiring a summer director to diversify profits with low cost activities such as picnics, camping, kid-friendly farms, pony rides, driving range, dances, and movies to turn idle winter facilities into year round assets.
In Hartford the Connecticut General Assembly debates repealing the income tax after public uproar. Governor Meskill let the law stand, while voters and legislators weigh a six percent sales tax and a capital gains levy. Vivian Kellems leads the movement, warning of broader spread to other states and federal policy. Ex Senators McCarthy and Murphy back her push for a Mills hearing.
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