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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1970
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
The piece argues for citizen suits against polluters under the Federal Refuse Act of 1899, noting government hesitations, IRS threats to tax exemptions for environmental groups, and support for Hart McGovern legislation to empower private enforcement and curb industry influence. It cites Mondale’s critique and references state precedents in Michigan and Massachusetts.
Editor notes criticize Gov. Deane C. Davis for promising welfare reform while potentially cutting clothing allowances for foster children. The piece argues such cuts would hurt kids, cost little in taxes, and questions pundit Winston L. Prouty's foresight given his 1941 veteran bonus proposal before World War II.
Montpelier reports turbulent campaign moods as Senator Prouty faces former Governor Hoff amid mixed polling. Becker Research sees a solid Prouty lead, while Hoff supporters warn the race is too close to call.
An essay drawing parallels between Coronado’s 1540 expedition and modern Vermont, arguing both involve invaders taking land and resources from natives. The piece recounts Coronado’s quest for mythical golden cities, the Zuni defense, and the eventual retreat, then asks what Vermont loss of farmland and culture may look like in 1970, concluding with a neighbor’s blunt warning.
A reader letter urges Governor Davis and Vermont leaders to engage with the public rather than speak at them. Citing a five minute White House discussion and a lengthy NE oil article, the writer condemns political hypocrisy and praises O’Brien and Hoff for talking with Vermonters.
A Rutland reader warns of a looming fuel oil shortage this winter amid political pledges. The letter weighs Sen. Aiken, Sen. Hoff, Sen. Prouty, Gov. Davis and President Nixon positions, argues Hoff offers only limited relief, and urges realism over campaign promises as cold weather looms.
In New York, a columnist argues football embodies core American values and will increasingly draw political attack as it rises beyond sport. He cites Nixon and Agnew symbolism, notes football's meritocracy and equality myths, and warns radical fringes may target privileges and pregame bonfires.
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