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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1976
Page
11
MONTPELIER UPI Richard Snelling Republican gubernatorial candidate voiced disappointment with the national GOP abortion plank opposing the Supreme Court ruling. He supported abortion under a 24 week period and urged continued public dialogue while praising Ford as a candidate ahead of Carter. He called the death penalty a necessary evil in some cases but would not seek reinstatement if elected.
Vermont lawmakers accept a reduced version of a proposed state park at Kingsland Bay Lake Champlain as the cost and scope shrink. The plan aims to protect the shoreline while limiting development and preserving public access in a scaled down 129 acre proposal.
Police drain an abandoned quarry after sifting through rusted debris to determine criminal evidence. The 70 foot deep pit in Barre Town may have been used by a hot car ring with autos and a safe found among the items. no bodies yet. Alternate Systems, Inc. to decide on a proposed state land purchase affecting 147 acres near Kingsland Bay. plan cost debated amid objections from Gov. Salmon and Transportation Secretary Ristau.
A Williams family reunion was held on August 15 at 235 Putnam Street for the children of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred S. Williams. It marked the first gathering in 28 years, with attendees from Troy New York Houston Texas Bennington Santa Monica California Baltimore Maryland Riddeford Maine Middleboro Massachusetts Fort Worth Texas and Bennington. A buffet dinner was served on the lawn.
The Peckham reunion occurred on August 8 at Willow Park with Nancy Foster and John Peckham as hosts. A family history copy was shared. Births and deaths among members were noted. officers elected for next year: John Peckham president, Harry Andrews vice president, Marica Peckham and Anne Mackey secretary-treasurer. The oldest attendee was Marjorie Hayes, Shannon Rice was the youngest, and Forest Witters from Brookfield, Connecticut, traveled the farthest.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 861 hosts its annual clam and lobster bake at Hale Mountain Fish and Game Club in Shaftsbury on Aug 28 from 10 am to 5 pm. Reservations are appreciated and can be made by calling the club steward at 442-978. Ticket and reservation deadline is Thu Aug 26.
The Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union announces a free and reduced price meal and free milk policy for eligible children. Vermont uses a family size and income scale to determine eligibility and allows exceptions for unusual medical, housing, or disaster expenses. Applications, with confidentiality, may be submitted anytime. copies are available at principals’ offices. Meals costs are 45 cents at Mt. Anthony schools and 40 cents elsewhere. reduced price meals are 20 cents. Foster children may qualify. Appeals may be requested to hearing official George A. Sleeman, 604 Main St., Bennington.
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