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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1977
Page
8
Vermont extension agent John C. Page argues that many urban buyers chasing country living misjudge farming. He warns that successful agriculture requires real study, years of work, and partnership with experienced farmers, not quick money and dreamlike press stories. He urges consulting county agents before investing.
Green Mountain Race Track announces the Green Mountain Country Fair from October 7 to 10 featuring 4-H and youth divisions with garden products foods clothing and crafts. A big pumpkin contest offers prizes of 10 5 3 and 2. Exhibits must be grown or made by the entrant. Contact details for entry forms and fair questions are provided.
University extension columnist Dianne Lamb warns homeowners to inspect cords and plugs for cracks, ensure proper grounding, and avoid improper use of adapters. She advises replacing damaged cords, using correct amperage plugs, and having a qualified electrician verify grounded circuits. Portable tools require careful handling and, for extra safety, a ground fault interrupter.
Food waste is the topic of two meetings to be held in Bennington County September 7 at 10 a.m. in Manchester Center at Zion Episcopal Church Meeting Rooms and September 8 at 10 a.m. in Bennington at the Federal Building. Both meetings are free and open to the public regardless of race, color or national origin.
Interior Department rules exempt waterfowl hunters using shotguns other than 12 gauge from mandatory steel shot for the 1977 fall season. 12 gauge steel shot required only in non toxic zones, while 10 gauge and other gauges may use lead or other metals. Violations occur when a 12 gauge hunter carries toxic loads in steel shot zones.
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