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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Detroit critiques its industry as the market shifts with foreign brands gaining share. GM plans a global produced subcompact, the T-car, to enter the U S market with 40 mpg, a 3 000 dollar price, and worldwide production. The move signals a shift to standardized, cheaper, cleaner cars after decades of styling changes.
A Vermont reader notes the NRC will regulate yet promote nuclear power, arguing the new agency repeats old conflicts. cites Montpelier's law banning new nukes without legislative approval as proof of rising anti nuke sentiment.
Joanna Kirkpatrick from North Bennington urges public participation as NRC conducts a national survey under the 1974 Energy Reorganization Act to locate nuclear production centers. She notes workshops in Portsmouth New Hampshire May 21 22 23 and warns of vast facilities risk such as water use fuel reprocessing fabrication waste storage and possible uranium enrichment. She calls for letters to senators and S H Smiley NRC urging public hearings before Oct 11 1975.
A reflective piece argues that environmental protection adds modest costs to inflation, while pollution drives higher expenses in daily life. It cites EPA data showing anti-pollution programs contribute little to price rises and urges continuing cleanup to avoid bigger future costs. It notes escalating value of the “98-cent person” in a changed environment and the need for resources like electricity, wind, and solar in a modern economy.
A town meeting audience criticizes costly sewer system studies and state requirements. Selectman Peter R. Donavan reverses a vote, noting he would rather follow statutes than push the project. The column urges letting residents vent frustration at bureaucratic reports and consultants.
A Petersburg reader urges Editor to oppose fluoride and chlorine in water, arguing the body and soil mystery, praising natural diet and clean water. He cites iron absorption, chemical laws, and a European upbringing to claim quality food prevents cancer and supports manual labor, while criticizing funding for health leadership.
Geraldine M Kelson writes to The Banner criticizing plans for building four tennis courts at the Recreation Center while Morgan Park areas remain uncared for. She questions city priorities after 77 years without tennis facilities and urges beautification over further construction.
A Bennington Bicentennial medallion is now on sale. The Bennington Bicentennial Committee with The Banner organized the medallion design contest, co chaired by Alma Paquin and Ann Koziol. The writer urges broad support from organizations and individuals for a fitting town celebration. 2 Frost Road.
A protest poem by Steven Crice Burlington rails against the Mayaguez rescue costs, praising military power while lamenting fifteen lives lost and the world’s attention drawn to an empty ship and flag imagery. It questions diplomacy and memory as it addresses national tragedy.
A profile of Senator Frank Church of Idaho, his critique of CIA covert programs, and his push to curb secret operations. He discusses the CIA’s mirroring of the KGB, the impact on U S foreign trust, and the Ford era debates with Kissinger and Goldwater allies. The piece notes Church is wary of peacetime covert work and stresses accountability.
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