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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1976
Page
6
Report notes continual switch of adherents favoring the currently losing side, sustaining tension for an extended period as crowds realigned. The pattern shows persistent volatility and shifting loyalties during the dispute.
Dorset Republican Stewart Ledbetter, 43, a Manchester real estate broker and former bank vice president, announced candidacy for the Vermont House from the Bennington district including Manchester Dorset Winhall Peru and Landgrove. He cites tax policy energy and Route 7 delays as key issues and backs district based school aid.
At Asgrow Mandeville seed plant in Cambridge 80 full time and 100 seasonal workers face unemployment as Upjohn nears sale to Vaughan-Jacqueline of Downers Grove Illinois. Contract signing drags, some may retire or transfer, others stay hoping for a new employer to occupy the building. Local officials push to attract replacement jobs while workers weigh severance and uncertain futures.
A 1963 Chevy left Routes 11 and 30 early Sunday, struck a utility pole near Manchester Depot. Michael R. Hanlon, 27, of Manchester Center, was treated and released at Rutland Hospital after the 12:45 am mishap. Police say he was eastbound and failed to negotiate a turn, causing the crash as CVPS crews repaired the pole and lines for hours.
Manchester selectmen will meet Tuesday at 7 30 p m in town offices to discuss the federal jobs bill and possible public works projects that could qualify for grants.
Edi and Caroline Pullman of Trumbull Mountain Stables receive an Act 250 permit for a riding ring and stable facility off Trumbull Hill Road Shaftsbury. Project must be completed by October 1, 1977.
Arlington Memorial High School will conduct mandatory physicals for all boys in grades 9 through 12 who plan to try out for the soccer team. The session is scheduled for Wednesday at 9 30 AM at the high school facilities.
In Hoosick Falls the SHARE program mobilizes about 56 seniors in Rensselaer County to sew lap robes and surgical pads for Health Center patients, deliver Meals on Wheels, and volunteer at hospitals and churches. The fourth year sees plans for telephone reassurance and friendly visitor services, with volunteers earning badges at an annual luncheon.
A new booklet by the Vermont Tree Farm Committee and the Vermont Department of Forests Parks and Recreation helps small woodlot owners. It explains roles of county and consulting foresters and how to obtain assistance from each. Copies available from VNRC at 26 State St Montpelier or from the Recreation Department at 5 Court St Montpelier.
Benningtonia artifacts from the Bennington Museum will be shown at The National Commercial Bank and Trust Company in Falls for two weeks starting today. Proceeds from sales of The Battle of Bennington will benefit the museum.
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