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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1970
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
The article surveys the 1970 midterm elections, noting Democrats keep both chambers but with a weaker Senate hold and modest House gains, while Republicans lose several governors to give Democrats a gubernatorial majority. It highlights key races including Gore and Tydings defeats, Tunney’s California win, and Buckley’s New York Senate victory amid a Nixon-Agnew push.
Editor notes praise Van Santvoord for District 33 representation and Vermont history knowledge. Democrats fared poorly with former school superintendents Leon Wagner and Harry Montague losing in Brattleboro and Bennington respectively. Gerald Cornell wins a seat on the justice ticket, admired for candor as a former selectman. The Civil Authority board composition may shift next year with Cornell as possible chairman.
A Letter To The Editor argues Vermont residents and suburban retirees favor a conservative approach to the Vernon Connecticut River reactor controversy. It asserts ongoing safety doubts about nuclear power and radioactive waste disposal and calls for halting construction if risks persist.
Eminent scientists allege grave genetic risks from nuclear energy prompting state hearings across Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Michigan. A moratorium on nuclear power appears likely next year as Dr. Ernest Sternglass presents a new study to the Pennsylvania Senate showing alarming Public Health Service data tied to Dresden Illinois reactor.
Letter writers urge against bringing a paper mill to Pownal citing air and water pollution concerns. Residents framing impact on vacation trade and local health as they reference Vernon reactor safety and regional environmental risks. Names include Judy Meyer and Edward F Zigler with addresses in New Jersey and Massachusetts.
Emmaus gardening expert MR Rodale explains fall as prime compost time. He details pit construction, layered greens and manure, air holes, and soil amendments. Quick methods exist using garden rows or shredded material for faster results. Continuous turning, moisture control, and rock fertilizers boost heat and nutrient release. Do not clear the garden. leave some plants to enrich soil for spring.
Washington reports show the Democratic Party facing internal turmoil after Nixon plans to address the nation on saturation television. The San Jose incident and ensuing politics sharpen the clash between party structure and public response, with Democrats reacting in concern as Nixon moves to escalate his message on a national broadcast.
The piece outlines crosswinds in 1956 campaign strategy as Democratic leaders debate responses to a potential Eisenhower run while the ailing president recovers from a heart attack. It recounts historical notes, local incidents, and party fundraising pressures amid a national media showdown.
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