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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1973
Page
11
UVM Extension Home Economist Dianne E Hall shares a nostalgic guide to foreign holiday breads. The article outlines Stollen Kulich and German stollen recipes, with detailed steps, ingredients, and shaping tips, plus an energy tip about oven use and keeping heat in during baking.
Many readers cite a waning holiday spirit due to factors like the energy crisis and lack of snow. The piece urges energy wise decorations, church activities, visiting neighbors, and sharing with those in need to rekindle Christmas joy. It highlights children’s excitement and simple gift giving like a toy bulldozer from a three year old to his sister. It also notes a shy reaction to Santa and suggests reflecting on past Christmas memories to boost spirit.
Thomas L. Kozikowski, 28, quits teaching to run Stonewall Stables Driving School teaching hitching and driving horse teams. Classes six days a week and, in winter, driving sleighs. He notes Connecticut has the nation’s largest horse population and promotes period dress for students, with men in shirt tie and coat and women in long skirts and hats.
Vermont officials warn of severe winter energy shortages and urge conservation. Faith Prior will host a live one hour energy hotline on Vermont ETV December 20 from 10 to 11 PM with a panel including Forrest Orr, Milo Moore, Jean Reidel, and Robert Garside. Call 655 1100. questions recorded for later telecast. The program will be recorded for viewing at local high schools.
Vermont tree farms offer cheese and cut services to save on Christmas trees. Raymond T. Foulds University of Vermont Extension forester notes no transportation charge when buyers select on site, benefiting both buyer and seller. He urges respect for property rights and cautions against indiscriminate cutting.
Burlington warns that with about 5000 new toys this Christmas risks exist from talking dolls to sewing machines, while consumer groups push higher safety standards. Parents should check age labels, avoid sharp edges and small parts, ensure non-toxic materials, flame resistance, washable fabrics, and supervise play to prevent injuries from projectiles and cords.
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