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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1969
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays, published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Woodford town meeting this week joined Bennington County towns in adopting interim zoning amid a surge of southern Vermont land development. The piece argues permanent zoning must address housing shortages, include mobile home parks and higher-density housing, and balance water sewer and traffic concerns with practical subdivision rules.
A Vermont sales tax discussion questions applying the levy to laundromat fees and coin-operated machines. The piece notes possible taxability ambiguity, potential gross receipts taxation, and the impact on consumers and checkout costs as tax changes begin June 1.
The Brattleboro Reformers editorial praises Governor Deane C. Davis for urging a ten year plan to curb uncontrolled development in Vermont. It aligns with Governor Hoff on land use and calls for bipartisan action to preserve scenic beauty and curb pollution while balancing industrial and recreational growth. It notes urgency beyond politics and urges continued focus from the governor, likening leaders to rowboat, sailboat, and steamboat types.
New York City mayoral politics hinge on the June primary as John Lindsay battles conservative rivals amid rising violence concerns. Javits and Goodell warn that a Lindsay loss would threaten liberal Republican ideals, while Marchi and Procaccino vie for Democratic support amid urban crime and school clashes.
Pulitzer reporter William Lambert details Fortas ties to Wolfson and Johnson era politics. Fortas refused meetings, took a $20,000 fee while under inquiry, and faced scrutiny over propriety. The piece condemns perceived wealth and influence, praising Life for exposing Gal lagger and Rhodes amid broader political critique.
Mrs. DAVID JONES of North Bennington writes to the editor praising the Bennington Day Care Center. She says three children attend full time and have learned to play together, follow directions, sing, and play games. She calls it the best thing for the Bennington area and credits Mrs. Dick and the staff with the children’s amazing improvement.
Bennington reader Selma Jane Stuchel defends school bus drivers pay, disputes a misquote about time and a half after 40 hours, corrects faulted attribution to Miss Corcoran and targets Mr. Farmer. The letter reiterates agreement with a fair pay schedule and criticizes board negotiation outcomes.
NORTH BENNINGTON discusses W H Ferry from the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions who urged a Senate subcommittee to pause all technological research for two years. The piece imagines no new detergents, fuels, medicines, or vehicle changes, suggesting a global breather might revive progress in people and the world.
The governor announces a three day tour bringing the office to Rutland Bennington and Brattleboro with open office hours. Key department heads will be present to provide in depth information. The aim is to improve face to face communication and address Vermonters questions or concerns.
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