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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1967
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues joining the European Common Market is Britain’s logical future, with Prime Minister Wilson seeking membership despite French veto. It notes postwar decline, continental recovery, and rising support across parties, urging eventual political union and a united states of Europe. France’s objections may yield to pressure from other members.
Ford Motor Co and Mobile Oil Corp launch a crash program to develop a nearly fume free gasoline engine. They claim confidence in achieving the goal, noting its potential impact on urban air quality, vehicle use, and compliance with pending federal emissions rules. The effort could benefit smog‑torn cities and both industries as private and public interests align.
Chief Justice Earl Warren urged delegates that the United States remains a constitutional federation with states playing a crucial role. He argued the federal government seldom intruded directly yet provided optional assistance, and warned against overestimating central power while stressing states must actively seize opportunities to act as independent partners within the union.
Marquis Childs argues that flood control and Army Corps of Engineers projects enable private developers to drain and pollute Everglades National Park. He cites plans around Lake Okeechobee, canal intrusions, and polluted water as threats to wildlife like white ibis and roseate spoonbills, urging interagency agreement to release clean water and protect the park’s ecosystems.
Mrs Ann C Clay of Manchester asks the Banner to clarify Supt. Neil Cross statements on dropout rates and the proposed 7 12 union school. She questions dropout definitions and counts, urges facts over vague claims, and notes apparent conflicts in plans for vocational training and junior high structures.
A weekly column recalls opening day on chilly dawn, noting two fine trout and a 15 inch largest among five brookies caught by Francis Greenslet. Battenkill yields many trout with rumors of a six pounder as anglers describe a brisk start to the season. May meeting of the Bennington Rod and Gun Club reports vandalism and discusses fish and game legislative actions.
The National Federation of Republican Women in Washington faces a split as Schlafly loyalists clash with O'Donnell supporters over nominating procedures. The Alabama protest warns of unfair tactics, while California aligned leaders insist ideology does not drive the fight. Uncertain ballot outcomes hinge on internal party dynamics and leadership interference.
The text warns that every separate Republican Women’s Federation club with 25 members or more sending a delegate could flood Washington with thousands of delegates. It notes funding jet trips will shape the outcome and argues for a midway convention site between regional factions, after dismissing St Louis and Illinois proximity.
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