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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The Mt. Anthony Union High School page discusses dual aspects of MAU. It notes athletic and academic successes including students on the Answers Please quiz show and a guidance column outlining graduates' plans. It covers budget debates, scheduling, busing, and voter outreach for a $3.5 million budget aimed at over 2,200 area students.
Vermont officials react to Elbert G. Moulton proposal to expand second home buying in the 1970s. Critics warn of economic shift from hill farms, urge broader industrial base, and fear service burdens and job losses in small towns, urging development for all Vermonters.
Editor's Note cites Marc Long's letter criticizing parents at Willow Park Easter Egg Hunt. He condemns careless greed that spoiled the event for the majority. He suggests perhaps banning parents from the hunt area to curb bad behavior and protect children from negative examples.
The article analyzes President Carter’s bold arms control stance and human rights defense, noting its short term political gains and mixed diplomacy. It quotes George Kennan on missteps, highlights private versus public negotiations, and suggests Carter’s approach prioritizes U.S. domestic support while challenging Soviet tolerance and the pace of nuclear talks.
Mountain Chatter from Searsburg recalls a golden wedding anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Herman W. Lincoln at Taconic Park Restaurant in Williamstown and notes a spring day trip to Eagleville to view the Battenkill bridge after flood damage. Easter reflections follow, including origins of Easter traditions and wishes for readers.
A column recalls a 1960s land deal among a town banker, mayor, police chief, and congressman Jim who profited by being included. The piece argues current ethics rules favor earned income limits over investment rules, questions legality, and advocates full disclosure to let voters decide. It cites Edmund Muskie and warns about future court tests, ending with a reflection on accountability and a lighter note from Modern Maturity.
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