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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1977
Page
3
The Bennington Recreation Department schedules a Saturday tournament at Memorial Park courts beginning 9 a.m. Entry is 1 dollar with mandatory pre registration before Aug 26. Divisions span Beginner to Advanced for both men and women. Pre register at the Rec Center or via a form. call Tom Otero at 442 3446 for details.
Vermont Governor Richard Snelling says he will not block Development Secretary Arthur Kreizel from using his own money for entertaining businessmen considering Vermont, noting no proper handling method exists and urging legislative action for more oversight. Kreizel has set aside 1000 for nonreimbursable agency activities, while critics warn private contributions could erode accountability. Snelling questions the nonprofit funding proposal to aid the state Development Agency and signals possible opposition to further contributions.
Thousands of New Hampshire residents seek lower fuel costs as Gunstock hosts the first NH Energy Festival featuring over 30 firms in energy efficient design development and manufacturing. Half the exhibitors are from New Hampshire.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Mooney announce the engagement of daughter Wanda Jean to Nicholas Harrington son of Viola Harrington and the late Peter Harrington. Wanda Jean is a 1972 Mt Anthony Union High School graduate and works for Dr John Holback. Nicholas Harrington is a 1969 Mt Anthony graduate, two years in the U S Army, and works for Morse and Butler contractors. Wedding planned for December 3.
At the August 2 meeting at Lake Shaftsbury Phoenix Inc a residential treatment center for delinquent boys Mary Aebersold was elected president succeeding R Marshall Witten who served two years. Aebersold wife of Dr Dennis Aebersold resides in Shaftsbury and has taught elementary school and adult education and worked as a social worker.
Margaret K Willard of 116 Jefferson Ave named to the dean's list at the University of Pennsylvania for 1976 77. Leake Corn Wagon Wood ford Road offers butter and sugar sweet corn at 1 dollar a dozen. Peckhams Farm Pownal Center advertises corn 80 cents a dozen or six dollars per hundred. Bennington Lanes fills quickly with winter league signups after 6 pm. Shea Agency advertises service and winter leagues.
Funeral services were held for Mary Van Orman widow of Clarence J. Van Orman of Barney Road Bennington. Burial followed in Waite Cemetery Shaftsbury. Also services for Gertrude Austin Harrington of River Road North Bennington were conducted by Rev Floyd I La Bombard at Hanson Walbridge Funeral Home. Burial was in Grandview Cemetery North Bennington. Mrs Harrington died August 6 at her home.
Josephine Liporace and Francis F. Cabana Jr. united in marriage July 30 at Immaculate Conception Church Hoosick Falls. Officiants included Rev. Michael A. McGuire Patrick Leonard OSA and Rev. Harry J. Sievers. Bride wore organza gown with lace details and Juliet cap. Maid of honor Kristin Downey. bridesmaids Liporace, Liporace, Bevins, Milliman. Best man Larry Cabana. ushers Bruce Cabana Mahar Shea Sprague. Reception at Paradise Restaurant Benninton followed by Bermuda trip. Both taught at St. Marys Academy Hoosick Falls. Bride a St Marys graduate Trinity College Burlington VT. Groom a Hoosick Falls graduate.
Cabana Liporace Central School and Springfield College in Springfield Mass. announce engagement. The couple intends to reside at Babcock Lake in Petersburg New York.
In a summer clearance event at The Thrift Shop located at 140 Park St, customers can find artists easels, an exercise bike, folding metal chairs, children's wood chairs, a vaporizer, and discounts on all ladies and men's wear. Contact 442-5572.
Bennington amateur historian Joseph Parks will present illustrated talks on The Battle of Bennington Thursday, August 11, at 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM. The 2:30 session is open to museum visitors at no charge. the 7:30 session is free to the public. The talk previews Saturday’s reenactment, detailing Burgoyne’s defeat and Saratoga outcome.
A Vermont series of public hearings sponsored by the Governor's Ad Hoc Task Force on Transportation for the Transportation Disadvantaged will gather citizen input. Attendees will be asked to submit written responses detailing preferred transportation alternatives, user needs, funding ideas, and perceived service strengths and gaps since 1974.
The Bennington Senior Center hosts a blood pressure clinic today from 1 to 3 p.m. No appointment needed for seniors. A Friday Aug 26 Lake George boat cruise costs 10.60 dollars with bus transport, sign up by Aug 19 at 168 North Street. call 442-3543 for details.
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