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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
The April 20 reveal will push a plan likely to meet fierce opposition from powerful special interests. Consumers would pay higher gas taxes and face higher prices, offset by rebates and conservation subsidies to spur energy frugality without hurting near term growth. The article argues the time is overdue to start energy reform to avoid future shortages and economic strain.
The Bennington Museum plans an exhibit of 18th and 19th century Vermont made furniture from May 16 to July 5. It features a cherry dresser desk from Wallingford donated in memory of Helen H. Knapp, Empire style with green and gold accents, and a Thomas G. Matteson chest dated 1824 linked to South Shaftsbury. The museum seeks additional Vermont pieces and loans for research, with photographs welcomed.
The Carter administration proposes eliminating cash purchases for food stamps to help the poor access benefits. Critics warn some abuse may occur, but most recipients gain better nutrition. Lawmakers with substantial perks are urged to show generosity to those who cannot even afford a hamburger and should consider compassionate reform.
Editor notes Buckley newsletter on page 5 seeks public views on repealing the high cost of keeping warm tax in Vermont. The tax, dubbed cruelest, faces Senate action after House passage this year. Questionnaire responses could spur Senate moves beneficial to Vermonters.
A noted essay extols the value of college for women through the example of Margaret Harris of Vermont teaching, family support, and financial challenges. It argues women should pursue higher education despite cost, stereotypes, and unequal opportunities, citing societal roles, economic needs, and international comparisons to justify broader access and equal responsibility.
New York Times notes a hedged bet as offtrack betting parlors display a query Is gambling making your life unhappy . Answering Yes leads to the National Council on Compulsive Gambling and Gamblers Anonymous meetings. The piece compares such warnings to New Year pleas by whisky sellers and questions their effectiveness in restraining intemperance.
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