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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1977
Page
4
Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues against eliminating the earnings cap on Social Security benefits and warns it would undermine the program’s purpose and fairness. It urges a higher cap on unearned income, notes the long term funding shift toward general revenues, and cautions against raising payroll taxes.
A donor drive aims to raise 100000 for Bennington College with 34000 already raised. The Greenwich CT alumni event featured 75 lots with works by Bennington faculty and alumni, including lithographs by Jan Cook, to benefit the college scholarship fund. The sale drew praise for favorable prices and strong participation from attendees.
The Vermont Motor Vehicle Department will shift from a February paperwork avalanche to staggered renewal dates ranging from five to sixteen months. The new system pro-rates fees and eliminates inequitable charges from past quarterly and six month registrations. Read renewal notices closely before paying the $32 fee.
Editor notes scorn Richard V Perrott for anti chain store remarks amid Christmas snow in Bennington while urging NRC to scrutinize transport of nuclear fuels after a Vermont Yankee incident. The piece highlights public policy tensions, political symbolism, and a local planning hearing on Bromley expansion with outspoken officials.
A reader letters the Banner detailing a snowstorm brake lock incident in front of a Dunkin Donuts. The manager gave a 45 minute window before towing. the car owner faced $30 retrieval and another tow. The writer urges others not to patronize the chain.
Tom Braden recalls Humphrey’s tough image and public prayers after setbacks. He notes Humprhey’s resilience from Senate years to 1972 Democratic race, his cheer to advisers, and his rare willingness to reconcile with enemies. The piece cites anecdotes from McGovern, Roosevelt Jr., and others on his establishment stance.
A letter from a Bennington Parents Anonymous member describes joining the group to support children and parents. The writer emphasizes self-acceptance, sharing with other parents, and recognizing multiple forms of child abuse. The note ends noting improving relationships within the family.
A mother shares how she sought help, joined Parents Anonymous, and works to improve her relationship with her children. She emphasizes learning, staying in touch with other parents, and the sponsor's support as key to progress.
In a Looking Back column from 25 years ago, a letter from Park Street Extension argues the Bennington Museum should offer free passes to life-long residents and senior citizens who cannot afford high prices. The writer mocks museum officials as aware of the issue yet inactive, suggesting boosters from Texas or Mars influence change and urging action for next year.
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