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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1967
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 antiwar militants at the Pentagon undermine peaceful democratic methods, while noting peaceful momentum against the Vietnam War and rising public opposition. It urges critics to distance themselves from fringe extremists to preserve open debate and democratic processes.
Editor notes mock the long ritual of speculation over Jim Oakes seeking the Vermont governorship. The piece predicts weekly reports, denials, and delayed decisions until legislative adjournment, contrasting with Jack Daley who has consistently pursued the goal for a year.
Williamstown Lt Col William M Kirby Jr writes about the Civil Air Patrol search for Francis M Stevenson II and his wife after their June crash near Albany. He details the intensive CAP and volunteer efforts, 2000 square miles covered, 3500 man hours, 65 leads checked, and the July 5 suspension of official operations, with wreckage found on Mount Williams after hours of searching and foliage removal. He notes CAP did not seek the $1000 reward and thanks all involved.
An open letter from Mrs. Thomas Panzera, chairwoman of the Anti-Pollution League, denounces a Dartmouth College held forum on Vernon nuclear power as biased. The letter argues for impartial expert input and warns of health, environmental and property risks from the plant and associated developments. It also urges safer power alternatives and references Mrs. Federico of Bennington on marriage and divorce perspectives.
The column discusses responsible hunting, wildlife stewardship, and the National Wildlife Creed. It cites a pamphlet from the National Shooting Sports Foundation and predicts bow season deer kills may exceed last year, plus notes regional hunting prospects and a late night coon hunting competition won by Don Greene with his dogs.
Washington confronts renewed fear and suspicion in the atomic era as McCarthyism resurges amid China’s nuclear might. The piece recalls Oppenheimer’s purge, Tsien Hsue-shen’s expulsion to China, and Chao Chung-yao’s return, linking past abuses to current concerns about security, loyalty, and political manipulation. It cites Rostow and Kampelman as later examples of fear-driven action in government.
Expo 67 ends with Montreal’s triumph drawing praise for unity between English and French speakers. Analysts warn French Canadian separatism could resurge after the fair, as leaders push for equality and a strong Canada within a united nation amid economic and cultural tensions.
Harold Hilliard Sr. of North Bennington recounts a personal emergency where the rescue squad arrived within minutes, supplied oxygen, and helped him reach the hospital. He urges continued and expanded community support to sustain the squad, noting it operates with insufficient funds and remains vital for public safety.
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