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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1973
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is a daily newspaper published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201 excluding Sundays and holidays.
The piece argues the Nixon administration favored market price controls over rationing, blaming energy officials for pressure toward high prices. It notes Energy Czar John Love resigned after opposing the line, questions oil company influence, and asks who truly guides energy policy and its fairness.
A columnist notes energy-distribution tensions across states. Vermont Hawaii Alaska seek waivers or fuel for ski industry tourism air travel and transport. The piece compares lighted Christmas displays in New England with Miami football games and Texas cooling loads, arguing about fairness in national energy policy.
A Pennsylvania Dutch farmer keeps a massive woodpile behind his house, illustrating how properly managed woodlots can provide renewable fuel with minimal environmental impact. He reportedly never pays for fuel and seldom fells a tree, showcasing a nearly free supply from his own land.
A neighborly woodman patrols utility clearings and storm debris, trimming trees for right of way, removing obstacles for new construction, and salvaging summer wood. His ready wagon and chainsaw turn what might be wasted timber into a warm, well-stocked woodpile.
The Vermont Dental Care Program operates five portable clinics delivering dental services to low income families. In Bennington 190 children and six adults received care, with 57 children on a sliding scale. Medicaid eligibility reached 133 children. applications were available locally.
The program selected success stories of dental care from several communities led by Dr. Peter Catapano. Families were prioritized with one parent present for final education sessions. Patients came from Bennington, North Bennington, Woodford, Shaftsbury, and Pownal. The clinic moved from the Second Congregational Church to St. Francis de Sales parish house in October due to an antique show. The staff, aided by Manpower trainees and volunteers, earned praise for blending professionalism with personal care in a learning health experience. Tina Calabro of North Bennington chaired the volunteer effort.
A Vermont writer urges recycling to save energy, arguing aluminum and glass waste costs kilowatt hours. He contrasts modern can abundance with past blackout drills, recalling Route 7 traffic and Sunderland hill glow, warning of possible future kerosene lighting if consumption isn’t cut.
The piece argues impeachment as a constitutional tool during emergencies, examines Nixon’s grip on power, and weighs Ford's potential. It notes a global economic storm, inflation, fuel shortages, and rising uncertainty, urging strong leadership and unity amid Watergate fallout. The column cites Madison and Mason on impeachment and foresees a tough year with political upheaval ahead.
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