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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1977
Page
5
In a reflective piece on Jimmy Carter’s shift from outsider to insider, the president’s Washington summer marks a psychological milestone. He adapts to the capital’s climate and politics, urging public engagement while balancing frustration with advocacy for government reform.
A satirical roundup traces sock disappearance myths from Arlberg’s lab to CIA funded tests, Liebartig hosiery in Kremlin laundries, and Elmendorf’s delusion theory. It ends with the unresolved riddle, noting Aptheker’s limited time to solve the case.
A severe electric storm hits near North Kennington with lightning killing a notable cow on Gordon Harwood’s pasture while high winds and rain affect crops. Local police probe a missing 1951 Ford Victoria owned by Melvin O’Brien. Property transfers occur on Walloomsac Street and Maple Grove school bids are awarded. A copper plating incident at First National Bank draws inspection by Gerry Morrissey. Peckham family reunion marks 100th anniversary of their homestead. A theater workshop premieres Sleeping Beauty No 2 at Southern Vermont Art Center with regional students. Historical notes recall Zenger’s press freedom, a 1949 Ecuador earthquake death toll, Wallace’s shooting verdict, and Huntsville prison escape deaths.
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