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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1961
Page
12
Homemakers receive guidance on non-stick cookware coatings using fluorocarbon resins and Teflon noting claims of easy cleaning but potential scratching and discoloration. A separate segment advises measuring husbands for chairs, detailing bone measurements seat depth and back height to ensure comfort, plus decorative pine cone crafts for packages.
Albany AP dispatch states Greenport Union Free School District No 10 must fund transportation for Patricia Cooper 14 to Sacred Heart Academy 50 miles away or via ferry and bus 10 miles, at an estimated $5,000 cost. If funds are insufficient the Board of Education may raise local property taxes. The district can alternatively provide room and board for Patricia.
Washington AP reports a drop in births in 1960 with 4,257,850 births registered, about 4,000 fewer than 1959. The Public Health Service expects a rise in 1961 and possibly a new record approaching 1957’s 4,308,000 births.
Discussion outlines two travel options from Greenport to Sag Harbor. A road route around Great Peconic Bay exceeds 50 miles, while a ferry bus plan via Shelter Island covers under 10 miles. State law requires pupil transport to nearby schools within 10 miles when no nearer alternative exists.
Benhi High School Homerooms compete in a Christmas decor contest sponsored by Student Council. Room 10 Cat Corner features Christmas Past and Present with 1910 to 1951 era items and photos. Judging occurs today. winning room earns ice cream treats for students.
New York fire officials say a November subbasement blaze at the Times Tower killed three. Fire Commissioner Edward F. Cavanagh Jr. reports the fire likely started in a toy storeroom and a female employee was smoking while bagging stuffed animals.
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