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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1972
Page
2
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
This dissertation notes a 500 strong protest at the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Washington, tracing Native grievances to health, education, housing, water rights, and treaty failures. It contrasts Indian poverty and life expectancy with national figures, critiques federal policy, and calls for bold action and reform rather than study.
The environmental movement gains momentum as voters approve a 1.5 billion dollar New York bond for conservation and authorize nearly 600 million more in Florida and Washington. States from Massachusetts to North Carolina adopt environmental rights, while New Jersey and Colorado see defeats linked to conservation funding and Olympic financing. Campaign money from pro environmental groups aided candidates, and legislators reset political charge toward conservation. Taxpayers’ revolt over costs contrasts with strong ballot support for environmental initiatives.
Editor notes describe a brisk push by Arlington residents to develop a Battenhill recreation area with a skating rink proposed for winter. Bicycle trails are also planned, signaling a model for future parks. Vermonters cope with snowstorms with stoicism, aided by highway crews and Ten power. The Putnam Square Cynic jokes about snow tires as Vermont winters deepen. The Seo
A jumble of quoted opinions critiques prison rights, high density living, crime, drugs, and urban decay. Attributed voices include James Hoffa, Dr. Peter Goldmark, Peter Drucker, and a Tonight Show personality, reflecting scattered views on society and governance.
Letters by the Baton urge residents to join a committee to curb illegal alcohol sales to youths under 18. A parent recounts teens buying beer, driving impaired, and ending up in the hospital, prompting calls to involve police, probation, and liquor boards.
A reader suggests that avoiding refined sugar helps the body resist polio. She notes rapid sugar impact on blood insulin and claims proteins and complex carbs provide steady sugar levels, while referencing a doctor who controlled polio with sugar restriction.
Editor notes Vernon nuclear plant hazards with leaking fuel rods and higher radiation than planned. Edward Teller questions surface reactors while German board calls for fission moratorium. NECNP urges support to contest Vermont Yankee license before year end, offering tax deductible contributions and a Beattleboro address for contact.
A Vermont history column highlights three ancient Indian civilizations in Vermont, noting 1616 population estimates of 123,000 and abundant artifacts across sites in Champlain Valley, Connecticut River, Winooski and Missisquoi. Excavations at Swanton Orwell Groton reveal Paleo, Archaic and Woodland cultures, with artifacts at Fleming Museum and debates on ancient sap boiling methods and maple tapping origins.
A Nation section argues that hijackings may end in disaster and calls for stronger airport screening, full carry-on bans, and centralized FBI action. The writer urges international anti sanctuary agreements and a shift from gunfire to decisive interception to deter hijackers.
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