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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1977

Page

5

Tale of two cities Pursuit of what happiness

George F. Wills examines contrasting urban conditions and the elusive notion of happiness in two cities. The piece contrasts economic pressures, social divides, and cultural life, questioning which paths yield lasting well being for residents.

Government vs Consumers in Car Efficiency Debate

The piece contrasts Detroit and Washington over fuel economy rules and fleet averages aimed at 27.5 mpg by 1985. It argues government aims to steer choice for collective goals, warning of fewer large cars, industry shocks, and a shift toward efficiency. It cites GM chief Do Murphy, notes rising engineering gains, and critiques consumer sovereignty in favor of national planning.

Do— Murphy General Motors Washington Murphy Ralph Nader Consumer Protection Agency L’oreal McDonald’s

Lasky’s IDSWW challenges Watergate era recall

Victor Lasky’s new Dial Press book It Didn’t Start With Watergate argues that Nixon era crimes and abuses from 1961 to 1969 surpass later scandals. The work labels Hypocrisy, Inc. and suggests civil liberties were misused to pursue political ends.

Victor Lasky The Dial Press Watergate Lasky Nixon

Who has those unlisted numbers

Nancy C. Grace surveys the spread of unpublished telephone numbers since 1928, naming cities with high shares, the Public Utilities Commission’s role, and why people seek privacy. She lists professions and contexts from stars to psychiatrists and private lines, noting international examples and a Chinese embassy in Washington among others.

Public Utilities Commission Harrisburg United States Los Angeles Chicago Washington D.C Winsthaven Maine Ephrata Ma Bell Tehran Credit Bureaus Bureau of Internal Revenue Police Ussr Yugoslavia Tito London Paris Ministeres Des Postes People’s Republic of China

Looking Back 1937 Hoosick and Bennington Highlights

In April 1937 twenty five Scout Leaders train with first aid drills led by Frances Greenslet and R N Berry notes songs as ice breakers. A North Hoosick residence, 100 years old, burns with antiques valued at about 9000 dollars. Stark Hose Co gains permission to run a June carnival near the golf course site.

Frances Greenslet R.N. Berry Green Mountain Minnie Sheffer Stark Hose Co Bennington Fire Department

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