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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1976
Page
5
A satirical letter argues for established diseducation through an uncollege to cure joblessness among highly educated youths. It envisions four years of diseducation, tearing up diplomas, and issuing certificates to enter the labor force, funded by eager parents and investors.
A reader from The Banner writes to support the Albert Memorial restoration in Manchester. He and his wife plan a March visit and will stay at the Town Hall as guests of the city. They pledge 50 dollars toward the restoration and mention ties to Lord Mayor Laura Franklin Kenneth Franklin.
John H. West, chairman of the Manchester and Bennington County Bicentennial Committee, invites Manchesters worldwide to join a Manchester Day in Manchester England in 1977 and to donate to the Albert Memorial Appeal Fund. CARE thanks New England readers for support in 1976 and notes broad aid from Americans and Canadians.
CARE reports providing more than 174 million dollars of vital assistance to millions in 38 developing nations. In the new year CARE commits to feeding 19 million people daily and extends nutrition, education, medical, vocational, agricultural, and self-help projects reaching millions more. The charity highlights its strong reputation and New England support, with over a million donated for two consecutive years.
The piece argues the naval balance hinges on five capability areas rather than ship counts. Adm Turner notes both nations possess strategic submarines for deterrence and can project presence, with Soviet growth in sea control and limited amphibious power, while U.S. carriers face missile vulnerabilities. The goal is a measured assessment beyond quantity statistics.
Special Town Meeting exempts Berkshire Mills property from taxation for 10 years enabling Flynn & Son leather tannery. Vermont to gain executive housing in Montpelier as Gov elect Aiken and Lt Gov Wills set up homes near the library. Local lace of snow, ski interest, and a warning about throwing snow into mailboxes. North Bennington residents Betty and Tommy Vail enjoy vacation with Betty at Scudder School and Tommy at Green Mountain Junior College.
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