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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1968
Page
6
HOOSICK FALLS NY The HFCS Board of Education faces new problems as enrollment rises. Supt Philip Leonard reported an unexpected gain of 38 elementary pupils due to new families moving into the area. High school and kindergarten counts also increased at the Tuesday meeting.
Hoosick Falls N Y board of education weighs padlocked gates and a burglar alarm after an auto shop break at Hoosick Falls Central School on August 11 12. Two welding gas tanks were stolen amid other area burglaries as Supt Leonard reports budget cuts and post and staffing changes. In a separate incident Roy North 76 was treated for minor injuries after his auto hit a parked car on High Street. North was taken to Mary McClellan Hospital by rescue squad.
A police spokesman says a vendetta may be behind the theft of three life size plaster nudes from a Chenies nursery garden. Meanwhile in White Creek a transportation contract rose from 1000 to 1500, an extra village bus run may be added. Bus staff changes include Mentply resigning, Coonradt to replace, Yerke granted leave, Barber as substitute. A 1969 model bus and 60 passenger bus delays noted. Playground equipment arrives, Girl Scouts send thanks for woodland access, and registration is urged next week for opening day.
In Hoosick Falls Gary Jordan 22 was granted conditional release after two of three charges were dismissed in village court for restitution to Philip Daniels for property damage. An assault charge remained, and he paid a $10 fine for public intoxication. Other local penalties included fines for DWI, reckless driving, and open container violations.
Montpelier Vermont July labor market data show Bennington area employment near 12,300 with 350 unemployed and a 2.7 percent jobless rate. Permanent jobseekers declined sharply while only student applicants under 17 remained surplus. Demand remains strong for carpenters clerical workers and assemblers, with further rise expected as schools reopen.
Five day outlook from Saturday through Tuesday shows temperatures below normal with daytime highs in the 60s in parts of the north and eastern Maine and low to mid 70s elsewhere. Lows range from the low 50s in Massachusetts to the 40s in northern areas. Expect showers Sunday or Monday and total precipitation of about one quarter to one half inch.
Manchester Police Chief Dana L. Thompson joins Vermont officers opposing an American Medical Association assessment of police pursuits. The AMA report, released by Vermont Motor Vehicle Commissioner James Malloy without comment, prompts Chief Thompson to question why there is no comment from officials.
An auction to benefit St John the Baptist Church is planned for Sept 14 at 10 am with Walter Murphy Ran som Gore and Ed Shanahan as auctioneers. Parish members urge donations from attics and closets, store items in the rectory garage, and committee members include Mr and Mrs Robert Flynn and others, with refreshments to be served.
Firemen answered a noon call to a basement fire at 87 Elm Street Hoosick Falls, near a hot water heater. Tenant Marie Young alerted neighbors to call. Fire Chief Glenn Banks led efforts and the blaze was quickly controlled. Virginia Hustler’s hospital surgery update not tied to fire. Victor Sluzas calls bowling meeting for league captains Monday at Bar-B-Que alleys. new entrants welcome. season starts in September.
Weston Playhouse presents Edward Albee's A Delicate Balance directed by Saul Elkin with Phoebe Wray, De French, Harlan Grant, Jean Goodale, David Murray, and Glenne Grant. The critical note finds the production improved yet uneven, highlighting Wray's standout performance and emphasizing Albee's portrayal of suburbia through stylized dialogue and somber family dynamics.
Weston Benedictine Priory hosts an open house Saturday afternoon to view a new addition completed by the monks. Friends of the Benedictines and the public are invited to attend.
Arlington's Helene Thompson and Corey's All-Stars challenge the unbeaten Arlington Firemen in a Sunday softball game at 2 p.m. at the Little League Field. Martha Webb, teen member of Sugaring-Off TOPS, was thrilled to become top weight loser at last week's Monday night meeting.
Manchester chapter of the D AR hosts its annual guest meeting at Mrs Louis Soderberg s home on Taconic Road with a 12 30 p m picnic lunch Attendees include Mrs Boyd Payne state regent and other state officers Guests and members will participate in a fundraising drive for the Vermont Chapter Arthritis Foundation beginning Aug 26 in Manchester Center Peru and surrounding towns Dorset Frederick J Burghard chairs the Dorset drive and Robert C Brewster leads Manchester Center area funds.
In Filey England a showgirl backstage quick change drew an enthusiastic audience from beachgoers who had front row seats through a glass enclosed seaside theater. Revue managers have whitewashed the windows to obscure backstage activity.
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