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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1975

Page

8

Long nosed peccary found alive in Paraguay by biologist

Dr. Ralph M. Wetzel of the University of Connecticut reports the discovery of a large peccary in Paraguay, a “living fossil” thought extinct since the Ice Age. The animal, named the Chacoan peccary, weighs over 100 pounds, stands 30 inches high, and inhabits the Gran Chaco thick scrub.

Washington Paraguay Ralph M. Wetzel University of Connecticut National Geographic Wetzel Gran Chaco Wagneri Rusconi

Scientists urge drastic cut in building nuclear plants

Washington reports more than 2,300 scientists petition the White House and Congress to halt rapid nuclear reactor expansion. They call for urgent research on reactor safety, plutonium safeguards, and waste disposal, arguing the risks outweigh expansion plans. The petition cites 55 operating reactors and projected growth to 830 within 25 years.

Washington White House Congress United States Ford Hiroshima Union of Concerned Scientists Ebasco Services, Inc Henry Kendall Massachusetts Institute of Technology Cambridge Union of Concerned Dentists Federation of American Scientists Bulletin of Atomic Scientists Kendall

Veteran Democrats wait for lightning at 1976 convention

Sens. Humphrey Muskie and McGovern, aging leaders of the Democratic Party, plan to skip primaries while keeping options open for a convention nomination. Humphrey signals openness to run if offered. Muskie hints at possible interest but faces re election. McGovern remains unlikely to secure the nomination but may back a favorite candidate.

Washington UPI Hubert Humphrey Edmund Muskie George McGovern White House Humphrey Muskie McGovern Minnesota Suneres Johnson California Maine Convention Center Massachussetts District of Columbia Nixon Sen. Humphrey

Vermont Steak House Promises Homestyle Meals in Bennington

Nostalgic pitch from The Vermont Steak House at 716 Main Street in Bennington Vermont. Old timer recalls childhood allowances and half earnings while inviting readers to enjoy grandmotherly comfort food.

Vermont Steak House Main Street Bennington

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