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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. The notice lists the newspaper’s publication schedule and corporate address from the 1976 edition.
Senate panel votes 8 to 7 to send a bill that would dismantle the 18 biggest oil firms to the full Senate. Analysts say veto risk by President Ford makes passage unlikely this year, but floor debate could educate the public and clarify the economic impact of forced industry breakup.
A reader lauds Foster Aaron for his impact as an earth science teacher and mentor to Anthony classmates. The writer recalls his humor and quiet encouragement, noting teachers face underappreciation amid pressures of educating large classes.
Steve Rice May reflects on teacher Foster Aaron’s dedication to students amid crowded classrooms and scarce resources. The note praises his balance of seriousness and humor, humility, and care for those he taught, highlighting his impact on youth during social upheaval.
A Bennington Bicentennial subcommittee promotes walking tours and a brochure showcasing town history. Notable sites include the 1766 Walloomsac Inn, once housing Battle of Bennington prisoners and hosting Presidents Jefferson, Madison, and Hayes, with ongoing fundraising to repaint its exterior.
To the Editor the Banner argues against divisive figureheads who magnify disputes for power, warning against McCarthy era tactics. It contrasts them with reconcilers who seek agreement and respect amid honest differences, urging Bennington to choose constructive leadership.
A reader urges BSD candidates to hold an open public meeting before the Bennington School District election to inform voters, receive input, and allow taxpayers to question candidates. The letter calls for ground rules, a neutral moderator, time and place, and an agenda focused on board issues.
A column argues it would be mercy to cancel the Democratic convention as Carter’s image driven victory reshapes the party. It contends the old Democratic machine is obsolete, questions the party’s return to the South, and suggests Carter may form a new coalition while media age tactics render the convention superfluous. The piece mocks platform relevance and favors revealing Carter’s real appointees over policy statements.
A verse satirizes Patrick the Irish lad once destined for priesthood by his uncle the parish priest. As years pass he abandons priestly plans for a titian haired girl, fathering seven children while she lies at his bedside at dawn. Helena Shevlen Moore, Bennington Convalescent Center.
An op ed on the Teton Dam failure criticizes federal dam programs across the nation. It questions irrigation and flood-control justifications, notes costs and land losses, and calls for investigations into why dams were authorized and where benefits went, urging a moratorium on major new dams.
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