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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1967
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The Bennington Taxpayers Protective Association released a multi color report accusing unfair listing procedures and urging changes. It calls for re appraisal of under assessed properties, better listing rules, and greater oversight by selectmen and civil authority. Town officials are urged to publish an annual comparative tax booklet and to respond swiftly to the findings with a citizen committee potential.
The Bennington Taxpayers Protective Association says it will back local citizens who align with its views for boards. The group’s directors urge residents to act, arguing blame lies with those who have not taken steps to reform local government. If public concern rises, the BTPA believes it will serve the community.
The Brattleboro Reformer notes Lester Maddox, amid past segregation fights, failed to curb miniskirts as state employees keep similar fashion. The piece recalls his 1960s stance, warns governors Hoff and King, and argues government cannot dictate style while fashion remains fickle.
California’s tradition blends showbiz politicians with moderate progressives. The piece notes Sen George Murphy Gov Ronald Reagan and Shirley Temple as film figures entering politics, cites Sam Yorty’s TV-linked bid and the risk of polished image overpowering substance, and contrasts this with enduring reformist roots from Hiram Johnson to Earl Warren guiding a water and growth state.
A neighbor reports wildlife sightings as mid November brings stark forest scenes. The writer notes record lows near 14 degrees, 30 degree days, and significant thermometer variations by location from kitchen window to pond and skating rink, plus wind effects on readings.
A Saxton's River reader writes on weather contrasts between Searsburg Mountain and nearby towns, shares a moss gathering hobby, notes Veterans Day reflections, and recounts a library confrontation with a crew cut bigot debating Vietnam and democracy. The letter critiques blind patriotism and urges critical history analysis while defending nuanced views.
Jeanne C Quinn of Pownal Center complains that Thursday's editor's notes included a claim the U.N. would regret backing equal rights for women, suggesting the paragraph belongs under Humor and criticizing assumptions about all U.N. members' views.
The Atomic Energy Commission released a report warning that a loss of coolant could melt fuel and release dangerous fission products. It states containment methods are not guaranteed and calls for reconsidering Vermont Yankee license, with public protection steps urged by Anti Pollution League chair Thomas Panzera.
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