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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 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.
Editorials argue press and networks harsher on McGovern than Nixon as polls and the landslide syndrome shape coverage. The piece says McGovern is branded a loser and a compromiser for trying to mend fences with conservatives, while Nixon largely escapes critique amid shifting winds of an election year.
A story notes air pollution harming hosiery in New York State. It contrasts Brooklyn and Albany with Petersburg as a supposedly safer spot, citing a New York State Department of Environmental Conservation study on smog and its effects on nylons and vegetation. The piece blends jokey local color with environmental concerns.
Shirley H. McTernan of East Arlington writes to the Vermont Commissioner of Motor Vehicles objecting to a use tax on motorcycles registered in Vermont after living in New York. She argues the rule unfairly targets cyclists, seeks to understand the rationals, and requests guidance on changing the statute to avoid discrimination.
ThomSargo of Monument Avenue argues that Vermont readers should patronize local Bennington shows rather than Connecticut Antique events. He contends Miss Agnes Rockwood’s Salisbury column promotes out-of-state spending, notes Vermont dealers’ limited participation, and cites local shows in Weston Ludlow and Bennington. He urges preserving Vermont dollars for Bennington area ads and tax coffers.
The HOME inc. elected officers for 1979 73 with Rev. Max Webster as president Mea Robert ard as vice president in Mausert as treasurer Mrs Delaney as secretary and Mrs Coulsn Niles as clerk New board directors include David Aldrich David Jareckin Bradford Kennedy and Mrs Eleanor Schefter David Wilkinson joins as representative from Second Congregational Church Renovations continue at Beech Court Apt 18 fully renovated and major repairs completed in apts 2 and 9 Up next heating system replacement south side about 6000 with zone controls and sewer repair south Beech Court Donations needed tools plants window boxes fire extinguishers and various craftsman help sought Next directors meeting slated Oct 5 1972 at Beech Court. Duelling labor politics note mentions George McGovern private breakfast with labor leaders and Harold Gibbons comment on solidarity and COPE influence.
The piece depicts union confusion and potential revolt in Illinois as Teamsters and Steelworkers face pressure not to back McGovern yet many join the effort. It highlights Daley's pragmatism, Gene Pokorney's organizing drive in Cook County with 75 storefronts and 150 workers, and regional hopes for a 3 percent Chicago margin. It notes UAW activity in Rock Island, unregistered black voters, and Malcolm X College president urging turnout suppression, all shaping a possible statewide upset depending on labor mobilization.
The state Highway Department faces criticism over Route 7 from Pownal to Manchester. Critics say the draft impact statement omits needed improvements while plans emphasize a new interstate route. Officials acknowledge limited upgrades and warn local traffic will remain heavy on the existing road, risking continued danger.
A reflective column describes Old Jack Frost’s gentle touch on hardy vegetables, seasonal changes, and leaf color shifts explained by chlorophyll loss. The piece blends memory of picnics, swimming, and skating with observations on migratory birds, a marsh hawk, and the balance of nature in Skylark's backyard.
A summer camp circuit tale reports a camp counselor asking a child if he owes prayer before meals. The reply: No, he doesn’t need to as his mother is a good cook. Norton Mackridge, Springfelt Union.
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