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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1972
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is a daily newspaper except Sundays and holidays. It is published by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 426 Main Street in Bennington Vermont.
The Pentagon seeks 1.3 billion dollars added to the 83.4 billion budget to modernize offensive forces in support of Moscow arms limits. Melvin Laird warns that without the funding he would push deployment of antiballistic missiles at 12 sites, risking the Moscow accord and triggering new costs and political debate in Congress.
The piece weighs trillionaire scale costs for disarming Bl bomber and Trident submarine, citing NYT estimates of 25 billion over 10 years and up to 75 billion elsewhere. It notes a 1.3 billion bill proposes 445 million to accelerate BL bomber development, with Air Force projections of 11.1 billion for 241 bombers and SRAM at 5.8 billion, plus tanker costs. The column argues Congress should scrutinize broader long term costs and potential arms bargains.
The piece notes Route 7 construction along Hunt Street leaving a billboard uncovered after trees are cleared. It laments a wet June in Vermont with rain harming crops and peonies, while a reader quips spinach favors the weather. It highlights Boys and Girls State aims to foster government understanding and mentions Anthony senior Ed Flynn aiding Attorney General James Jeffords' gubernatorial campaign.
The writer rebuts a June Banner letter by Chard Smith urging Vietnam withdrawal. It cites UN recognition of South Vietnam in 1952, North Vietnam’s limited recognition, and security council votes. It cites Robert Thompson’s NS Times figures on possible deaths and “blood debt” estimates, arguing against Smith’s portrayal of South Vietnamese brutality.
A feature on the rabbit industry notes rabbits are used for meat fur wool and lab work with ARBA founded to register breeds and promote clubs. The Green Mountain Rabbit Breeders Association in Rutland Vermont was chartered in 1949 and hosts spring shows and state fair displays.
A letter to the editor from Ralph and Mary Morse of East Arlington expresses parental support for Phil Morse. The writers address curiosity seekers about an incident on Monday, June 26, stating the family loves him and will help where possible.
Readers debate President Nixon and a June 14 Banner piece. A correspondent defends the President while recounting McGovern’s 1972 campaign trajectory and strategic moves in South Dakota New Hampshire Florida and Wisconsin.
In a vivid Nor East scene, a winter wren evicts tree swallows from a nest on a TV antenna, then repairs its own home as onlookers recount the comical drama and the swallows’ frustrated reaction. Rainy weather collapses outdoor plans during a family weekend in New Jersey. The Vernon Playboy Club visit reveals a three story complex with hotels, gardens, and a notorious line of performers, drawing a cosmopolitan crowd and loud rock and roll.
A writer revisits beliefs about George McGovern, noting misjudgments on his pragmatism and rhetoric. The piece argues McGovern's perceived weaknesses masked strengths, including tax reform tactics, crowd impact, and understanding Middle America’s despair. It contrasts McGovern with Wallace and Nixon, assessing whether he could defeat Nixon.
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