House Doctor lowers old ceilings for energy save advice
In a reader Q A column the House Doctor explains ceiling lowering can reduce heating needs if window heights permit. Steps include removing existing ceilings to expose joists, using furring strips and boards, proper spacing for gypsum or acoustical tile, and potential electrical work. Additional notes cover crawl space excavation, painting appliances, and restoring plaster texture after wallpaper removal.
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Kirkside Motel changes hands in Bennington
Franklin Riley sells the Kirkside Motel on West Main Street to John and Dorothy Kennedy. Dorothy manages the Pepper Tree gift shop in North Adams and will run the 15 unit 1958 built motel next to St. Francis Church. The Kennedys plan expansion, price listed at town office is 220000.
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Franklin Riley
John
Dorothy Kennedy
Bennington
North Adams
St. Francis Church
John R. Litster
Riley
Kennedys
Litster
Kirk
Williamstown
New Britain
Bennington Property Transfers March 31 to April 9
Bennington Town Clerk recorded property transfers from March 31 through April 9. Franklin A. Riley to John M Kennedy and Dorothy G Kennedy for 220000 at Kirkside Motel West Main St. Verne LaFramboise to Larry and Patricia Moffitt for 16000 at 134 Lincoln St. Hopkins to Wilkinson for 5000 on Bard Road. Jehle to Wysocki for 25000 on Cutler St. Wyman to Okerman for 11000 on Town Line Rd. Wyman to Watson for 0.58 acres on Town Line Rd. Libby to Braisted and Watsons for 36000 at Jennings Dr.
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Bennington
Franklin A. Riley
John M
Dorothy G. Kennedy
Kirkside
West Main St
Verne J
Karin LaFramboise
Larry P
Patricia J. Moffitt
Lincoln St
Richard C. Hopkins
Ft. Edward
N.Y
Sally C. Hopkins
Rochester
Charles M
Hazel L. Wilkinson
Bard Road
Clyde V
Alice B. Jehle
Paul J
Clarence A
Florence I. Wyman
Michael R
Patricia F. Okerman
Town Line Road
Florence L. Wyman
Alan D
Dixie T. Watson
Melville R
Sandra J. Libby
Anna M. Braisted
Robert L
Ann Nut
Bennington Leader Profiles ABOC Board President Ronald Knapp
Ronald Knapp, president of the Bennington Opportunity Council board, discusses local control, community service, and his drive as a Conservative businessman. He recalls his career, family ties, and hands-on efforts with elderly relatives, highlighting BOC programs like the clothing exchange and home insulation efforts that reduce costs for vulnerable residents.
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Bennington Opportunity Council
BOC
Opportunity Council
Ronald Knapp
Greater Bennington
Knapp
Harry
Bennington
FDA seeks ban on chloroform in thousands of products
The FDA moves to ban chloroform in over 2000 drug items from toothpaste to cough syrups and liniments due to cancer risk. Ban takes effect July 8 amid criticism by Ralph Nader’s group, which cites potential shelf-life sales and calls the action lawless and reckless. FDA officials say animal data do not prove human cancer and note most use is in cough medicines.
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Washington
UPI
Ralph Nader
Health Research
Food and Drug Administration
FDA
Sidney Wolfe
Ford Administration
Alexander Schmidt
Macleans
Ultra Brite
Public Service 1975 Annual Report Available from CVPS
Rutland CVPS announces the 1975 Central Vermont Public Service annual report is now available by request through the corporate secretary.
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Rutland
Central Vermont Public Service
Pickup trucks become everyday travel choice and status
A Fresno principal and a Los Angeles mother illustrate how light-duty pickup trucks serve family and economic needs. Industry experts note rising sales and view pickups as a lifestyle vehicle, with prices from 3626 to 9000 dollars and options like radios and sun roofs.
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Los Angeles
Milton Jones
Fresno
Calif
America
Pam Johnson
Dr. Jones
Glendale
Brand Avenue
Jeff Fisher
Norman D. Lean
Toyota Motor Sales, Inc
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R.D.F
Ak.l
P.S
White House
M.M.G
Kirkside Motel
West Main Street
Dorothy Kennedy and
Monument Plaza
Arkla Patienasage
Depot Street
Michelle A. Wysocki
Annapolis
Maryland
Cutler Street
Haynes & Kane
Bennington Road
U.S
Stantiapear
Anne Senf
Cvps Report
James T. Riley
Chevrolet
General Motors
Detroit
John A. Betti
Ford
Dearborn
Michigan
David Smith
Ward
Automotive World
Christian Science Publishing Society
Vermont
Extra Ordinary Bank
Vermont National
Ivermont National
Durawood
UNION
Boneless
Chuck
Walker
VT. Real Estate Services
Alan W. Hess
Arlington
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