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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1971
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
Editorial cites a Montpelier public hearing clash where snowmobilers shouted down conservationists over a bill by Sen. Arthur Gibb to regulate snow and ATV use. The piece notes vandalism at Berlin Mountain, where Williams College ski jump racers were blocked and rebuilt, then damaged again by a midnight snowmobile crowd. It argues that despite ethics codes, many snowmobilers act selfishly and urges stricter legislation, including Dr. George Schumacher’s proposal to ban snowmobiles.
An editorial warns the snowmobile, while useful for rescue and exploration, poses dangers to wilderness areas. It cites a Conservation Foundation report of 82 deaths last winter and argues for strict registration, licensing, sound limits, and designated trails. The piece references New York policies and Gov. Rockefeller’s environmental goals, noting local funding debates and a Bennington Town Meeting vote rejecting BROC funding.
Karlis Lusias at 203 Depot St argues in a letter to The Banner that Americans must resist left wing propaganda and defend the U S stance against communism. He cites refugees, North Vietnam, and figures like Fulbright Kennedy and McGovern, condemning neutrality and warning of a looming spring mobilization by Communists.
An open letter notes the Vermont State Colleges Board of Trustees unanimously voted on February 27 to continue and strengthen the nursing program at Castleton State College. The letter thanks supporters who petitioned officials and wrote letters, stressing the program’s role in meeting central and southern Vermont’s health needs.
In Pownal residents thank the school board led by Mrs. Peckham for resolving the emergency educational plan and wish a successful year. They commend Mrs. Peckham Mrs. Wilcox and Mrs. Rounds. A Bennington Day Care Center appeal earns thanks to Aubuchon Wickes Carpenter Lumber H. Greenberg Adams Hardware for tools and materials.
The piece traces the Dreyfus affair and links it to current disputes over Father Daniel Berrigan and the Kissinger conspiracy, arguing that public discourse is slipping into unreason. It critiques pretrial judgment and claims the liberal view tends toward ends justifying means, warning of societal disintegration.
A column discussing Stewart Udall's warning on an Arctic oil pipeline and GE's claim that four SST engines generate less pollution than three Volkswagens. It notes ARCO and Humble grass trial efforts to restore tundra, critiques from ecological critics, and political angles with Proxmire and Taft shaping SST debate. The piece urges environmental cooperation and listening to all sides.
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