Saunders to resign as Bennington town manager
Harold R. Saunders announced plans to resign as Bennington town manager, effective in three months, after weeks of rumors and conflicts with the selectmen. Saunders, who became manager Sept 3 1974 after leaving Novi Michigan, indicated he would issue a formal letter tonight and may have more to say later.
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Harold
Gerald P. Morrissey
The
International City Managers’ Association
Morrissey
Vermont faces fiscal crisis as sales and income tax fall
Vermont faces an unprecedented economic crisis with 7,500 fewer employed residents than a year ago. Administration Secretary Robert Wilson told the Joint Fiscal Committee that sales and income tax revenues are insufficient, and drastic steps may be needed including program eliminations and tax increases to avoid a deficit of 4 to 8 million dollars next year.
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UPI
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Robert Wilson
Legislative Joint Fiscal Committee
Thomas Salmon
Wilson
Northeast wins ruling against oil import fee
The UPI report notes the U.S. Appeals Court ruling overturning Ford’s $2 a barrel oil import fee, likely lowering gasoline and heating costs. Governors of eight Northeastern states sued, while Ford and administration spokesmen weigh appeal and FER A review. Senators Humphrey and Jackson hail it as consumer relief.
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Michael Dukakis
Massachusetts
Disagreement Over UCS Alcohol Program Causes Split
William Ingraham, an outgoing UCS alcohol counselor, withdraws support for a $90,000 federal grant to fund a comprehensive alcohol program. He says UCS risks treating alcohol as a symptom of underlying issues rather than solving the drinking problem itself, aligning more with AA principles.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Edwin Kittle
Mt Anthony Board Approves DUO Change and Detention Reform
Mt Anthony School Board approves curriculum committee recommendations impacting the high school DUO program and detention system. Changes include stricter discipline for truants, group counseling for at risk students, and teachers bearing greater enforcement duties. DUO credits to be supplemental to regular coursework, not substitutes. Durand announces lunch changes and Sept 3 start.
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Aldelphi
Joseph Hall
Joseph Curran
Lawrence Harrington
Marion Smith
Barth Vander Els
Jonathan Durand
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Hoffa son cites FBI interview with alleged eyewitness
The son of James Hoffa says the FBI interviewed a man who claims to have witnessed his father's abduction at the Machus Red Fox Restaurant. FBI officials say no witness information exists. Grand jury subpoenas and uncooperative witnesses are expected in the probe led by U.S. Attorney Ralph Guy.
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Jay Bailey
Bailey
U.S
Ralph Guy
Bronfman Heir Kidnapping Family Seeks Evidence of Life
In Yorktown Heights the Bronfman family urged proof Samuel Bronfman II is alive and well while signaling possible ransom payment. A family spokesman said authorities and Edgar Bronfman have received a ransom note with unusual instructions, but no confirmation of the heir’s status has been obtained.
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Sam
Edgar Bronfman
Seagram Liquor Empire
Lee
Vermont cheers ruling voiding Ford oil tariff
Vermonters hail a federal court order that Ford oil tariff fees are illegal. Gov. Salmon calls it good news for the little guy as Vermont lawmakers estimate gas and heating oil price cuts. Attorney General Diamond notes questions about appeals and potential rebates to states like Vermont and New England.
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Vietnam says open to U S ties after UN veto
North and South Vietnam state they are willing to establish normal relations with the United States despite America blocking their UN admission. The joint UN statement adds they are not hostile to the U S, following U S vetoes that blocked Vietnam membership. The move comes as Daniel Moynihan defends the veto and Ford links Viet Nam membership to South Korea’s bid.
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Battle Day barbecue planned at Park-McCullough House
Inside Local reports plans for a Battle Day barbecue at the Park-McCullough House and notes a Wednesday concert at Bennington College as part of a composers conference. Editorials critique Bennington's next town manager and state sign removal slowdown.
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