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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1975

Page

5

Mt Anthony MAU Bulletin Patriot of the Month and MUN event

The MAU Bulletin lists Patriot of the Month recipients in both girls and boys divisions. It notes Mt Anthony Union High School’s five year Model United Nations program growing, with about 100 students this year and committee sessions leading to a General Assembly on April 16 1975.

Mt. Anthony Union High School Model United Nations United Nations General Assembly Mt. Anthony

Grapes of Wrath reviewed as timeless insight into era

A critical reading praises Steinbeck for strong Joad family development and universal themes. It emphasizes the shift from Joads’ initial bewilderment to disillusionment, the book's timing, and its enduring value for understanding Dust Bowl era and American sentiment.

John Steinbeck Joad Joads Steinbeck America

Bill of Rights at work in Montpelier housing dispute

The case pits resident Maurice Galbreath against city inspectors over entry refusals. The ACLU intervened, citing Fourth Amendment protections and urging warrants for inspections. The dispute mirrors Burlington and Brattleboro debates, highlighting constitutional limits on local housing enforcement.

Maurice Galbreath Montpelier Galbreath Burlington Gordon Paquette Peter Diamondstone Brattleboro Vermont

Letter praises Arlington constable Charles Farrell

A reader from Arlington on Route 313 commends Constable Charles Farrell for fairness and consideration and notes not having seen him speeding.

The Banner Charles Farrell Arlington Route 313 Farrell

Farrell praised for road safety and vigilance on Highway

Mrs Kathleen Smith of Route 313 West Arlington commends Farrell for patrolling the road, noting his presence reduces speeders and reassures parents about children's safety. She describes him as understanding yet stern with violators and expresses strong support and gratitude.

Farrell Kathleen Smith Arlington Arnold Wilcox West Arlington Harry Pickering Leon Smith Elbert Davis George Wright Lawrie Hess

Leader's Market clarified in Letter to The Banner

George H. Spargo of Old Bennington corrects a misstatement about the Pleasant Street corner shop, noting Leader's Market occupied the North Street Mall building before Satter's Market appeared on Main Street. He identifies Mr. Leader as the local congregation rabbi and apologizes for the error.

Leader’s Market Pleasant Street North Street Mall Satter’s Satter’s Market Main Street Leader

Recrimination and reflection on Vietnam and Ford's stance

A Virginia caller speaks of grief over a Vietnam son and urges an end to recrimination as the nation reconsiders Vietnam policy. The piece contrasts Ford's cautious leadership with past administration actions, noting no renewed US bombing and questioning promises surrounding aid to Saigon. It argues national character is tested in adversity and urges restraint in political blame.

Tidewater Virginia Vietnam America South Vietnam Congress Saigon ARVN Alastair Buchan United States U.S Ford Sen. Jackson White House Thiedig Virginia

Bradford Hook and Ladder Struck In Mud on Putnam Street

A Bradford Hook and Ladder truck was mired for over an hour on Putnam Street after answering a chimney fire call at 228 Putnam St. It slid into soft fill placed by village workers last fall and was pulled free with difficulty. A four year old, Dorothy Stroffelene of Arlington, was treated for scalds from a boiling tea kettle and released as not in danger. The rest covers local notices and historical Q facts including legislative actions, sales, and local civic updates.

Putnam Street Putnam St Dorothy James Stroffelene Arlington Putnam Memorial Hospital

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MAU Bulletin Physical Education Lisa King Diane White Carolyn Weir Connie Fair Kurt Schultze Peter Geanellis Tom Bushey Frank Malanga By Danny Whalen Nancy Page By Bill Swindhart Fischetti EMM David S. Harrison American Civil Liberties Union American Civil Liberties Union of Vermont Washington County ACLU U.S. Supreme Court Health-tex Stantoss Drysdale South ST Bennington George H. Spargo Old Bennington OUR Haynes & Kane, Inc Colonial Shop Boston Rogers Senate Henry Kissinger Sen Edward Kennedy Indochina Gerald Ford Nixon Kissinger House Joseph Yott Yott Gage St Hector Belanger Safford St Vermont Gas Corporation Frank Prideaux Bendi Glenwood Bennington Village Walter Hunt New York Buchenwald China Iran Everett Randall Sunderland Main St Greenberg's Saat Prescription Ore Guild Optician Erhshire Oacay Northside Drive American National Soda MART Go? Savings & Loan Association Equal Housing Lender
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