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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1973
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
A Vermont plan to regionalize police forces draws fire from state police local departments and sheriffs who claim to defend local control while critics say residents would get better protection at no extra cost. The column also notes rumors that former Gov. Deane C. Davis may run for Senate, yet questions his fit amid current political sentiments and Nixon loyalty.
In New York four former Playboy Club workers allege they were dismissed for union activity rather than loss of their bunny image. They cite age 28 as the trigger, mocking Hefner's standards and noting the gendered double bind in late 20s.
A Banner reader writes about systemic lupus erythematosus noting limited knowledge and its impact on young women. The letter cites over 5,000 yearly deaths, describes the disease as vicious and curable, and mentions aspirin and steroid treatment plus the need for frequent blood tests.
A reader laments lupus ignorance and drug-induced risks while urging support for the Connecticut Lupus Foundation and urging passage of a federal research bill. The letter also critiques the Governor's Commission and reflects on national tragedies and public memory.
The piece reflects on John F Kennedy after a decade, confronting revisionist critiques. It recalls his courage humor honesty and spirit, arguing he embodied youth and adventurous intellect despite controversy. It asserts Americans still look back with pride at a youthful, striving leader amid war and political turmoil.
Pamela Swift reports a four year study by Drs Jacob Kaufman and Morgan Lewis of 400 youths in six steel towns near Pittsburgh. Dropouts earned an average starting wage of 1.96 dollars per hour versus 1.67 dollars for graduates. They caution against blanket dropout criticism, noting family opportunities matter more than a diploma for job prospects.
George B. Gordon argues the United States faces a looming energy shortage as oil supply politics shift globally. He compares America’s dependency with Saudi Arabia’s control of oil access, urging readers to resist unchecked spending and to learn to say no to external pressures. He warns Vermont to protect its resources rather than selling them off.
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