State Approval First For BFRC Red Brick School
The Red Brick School in Shafts bury operated by Bennington Friends of Retarded Children won state Board of Education approval making it the first such school in New England. Rev W Earle Forman BFRC executive director said a letter from Jean Gavin confirmed the decision. The project has drawn nationwide attention as the first of its kind to receive federal funds.
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Shaftsbury
Bennington Friends of Retarded Children
State Board of Education
W. Earle Forman
BFRC
Jean Gavin
State Department
Forman
New England
Rev. Forman
Shaftsbury Town
Ina Damon
Vermont
Burlington
Federal
Damon
Edward Fabian
Red Brick
Kennedy Foundation
NET Prepares For Christmas Phone Rush
New England Telephone plans heavy staffing for the holiday with 17 operators in Bennington on Christmas Eve and 18 on Christmas Day. Last Christmas saw 3.75 million long distance calls in New England. tips include calling between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to improve chances of connecting and using other times during the four day weekend to avoid congestion. Also mentions special rates for Saturday and Sunday.
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New England
al Spinner
Bennington
Spinner
Scenic Preservation Group Opposes Power Line Path
The Vermont Scenic Preservation Council opposes the proposed 32 mile power line from Comerford Reservoir on the Connecticut River to south of Barre. The council urges using existing utility corridors to protect groton state park Spruce Mountain and L.R. Jones State Forest while preparing for a Dec. 22 Public Service Board hearing in Montpelier.
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Montpelier
Vermont Scenic Preservation Council
Connecticut River
Barre
Thomas Foster
Bennington
Public Service Board
Foster
Richard Brett
Woodstock
Brett
Vermont Electric Power Co
VELCO
Comerford Reservoir
Groton State Park
Spruce Mountain
L.R. Jones State Forest
Vermont ETV Seeks Extra Funds For 1971 Budget
The Vermont educational television system votes to raise its 1971 operating expenses request to 980750 from 714000 to cover higher pay for network staff and other costs. Gov Davis aides warned of possible curtailment due to funds but emergency board may provide 20000 for night telecast through February. A study resolution by WCAX-TV’s Stuart T. Martin calls for pay equity among state workers.
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Burlington
UPI
Vermont Educational Television System
ETV Broadcast Council
Deane Davis
Davis
University of Vermont
Dirty man in Bournemouth looks at home then bathes and leaves
A man in Bournemouth asked to view a house for sale, entered the bathroom, took a bath, and then exited. Police are unable to locate him or determine his intentions. No further details on identity or motive are available.
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Bournemouth
England
Pass-Fail Courses Debated at Mt Anthony
Douglas Paddock weighs pros and cons of pass-fail schooling at Mt Anthony High. He notes current use mainly in English and some history electives, and argues against full adoption now. He suggests gradual, elementary-to-high-school implementation driven by student responsibility. invites letters to editor.
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Mt. Anthony
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Benn
NEW Green & Orange
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Fairdale Farms
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