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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1974
Page
5
An Opinion piece parodies parking shortages by recounting a Vermont congressman's long walk and imagining overthe-top rescue replies. It mocks merchants pushing vast parking lots and public transit cuts, proposing hiking gear stands, warmed benches for a fee, and bicycle rentals as profit and ecology.
An open letter to neighbor Bob Williams discusses The Banner serial on Mary Rogers. The writer compares such murders to works by Lizzie Borden, Capote, and Capone and argues the tragedy is human, not America alone, questioning the claim that violence is uniquely American. The note ends amid a reference to the 4th chapter.
The writer argues human evil spans history from Genesis to modern times and questions blaming a single tradition. He cites Moses Jesus Nazi crimes and world wars, noting psychosomatic, economic, sociological, and political causes. He reflects on Vermont life and the limits of attributing violence to national tradition. Shaftsbury.
The Banner editorials argue poor households could save 20 to 25 dollars on sales tax if fuel were exempted, a change requiring them to spend 700 to 800 dollars on fuel to realize this. The writer supports removing oil sales tax entirely, especially on necessities like shoes and utilities, and references Lifeline bill coverage.
An outspoken letter and public notices reveal debates over fluoridation, costs, and public policy. Betty Morales cites health arguments and historical critiques while local readers urge accurate reporting and better community information from The Banner. Rep. Charles A. Sauer discusses turnout and party leadership alongside local election lessons.
Mt Anthony High School curriculum committee heard a detailed presentation on a summer workshop program to address dyslexia. Conceived by Jr High teacher Jerry Wichelns the plan aims to improve reading and communication for students. The program seeks full board approval at the next regular meeting.
A former Bennington Rural School board member reflects on how a student's legal residence is set by the guardian rather than the parents. He notes this principle applied to a Connecticut girl attending Mt Anthony and suggests the rule has not changed.
Harriet M. Davis of Birchwood Knoll notes that several years ago wards of the state lived with guardians who provided their education in Bennington Schools. She suggests the sister and brother in law of the girl in question could be declared her legal guardians if not already.
Village debt tops 149 000 with report out Saturday. Highlights include high school one act plays Friday night, Easter Monday K of Chance plans, and debate over school district charter. Vermont war on poverty review ordered by Gov Hoff. Bridge project in Pownal eyed for 60 000 as flood aid totals rise. Local fire at Bates house noted. Historic items recap 1906 1917 1920 1942 milestones.
Brother Robert Willett questions the Washington pro-life demonstrations, urging a broader stance against capital punishment, war, and poor and aged living conditions. He notes lack of protest against executions and Vietnam, and calls for consistent advocacy for total life respect. He endorses anti-abortion views but pushes the movement to embrace all life issues.
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