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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1974
Page
12
VPIRG charges the Vermont Highway Department is ignoring local opinion in Williamstown about a Mill Hill Road route to I-89. The group cites a poll showing 67 percent favor improving the existing road or no change, while the department cites a no build option and a possible improvement.
Amtrak faces rising derailments with track defects blamed as the Silver Star derailed near Tennessee injuring 27. Officials note deteriorating track maintenance on major lines, including Penn Central, while nationwide derailments rise through 1974 and prompt calls for government rail track control and funding.
Police recovered 18 paintings and two antique clocks worth 125000 from a Lakeville building after an informant tipped off authorities. FBI agents assisted in the operation. Notable pieces include Maine Coast by Frederick Waugh and The Way Out by John McCoy. Five Wyeth works were found earlier in Mashpee. Three suspects were arrested July 18.
Washington expects a Federal Energy Administration ruling on whether to continue or suspend the residual oil allocation program used by industry and major consumers. Rep. Conte urged a nationwide price equalization and warned suspension could disrupt fuel distribution ahead of winter. Conte argued coal shortages heighten risk and accused majors of poaching customers if relief ends.
The EPA plans to extend emission controls deadlines at the Lowell asbestos mill. GAP Corp chose closure to avoid standards, while GAF Employees and Friends argue for a continuation operation. The plant must meet standards by one year after sale to GAF Employees and Friends or by year’s end 1975, whichever comes first.
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