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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1975
Page
8
John C. Page discusses how weather shapes farming outcomes, noting a near normal spring and good crops, but a midyear drought in parts of Vermont and hotter late summer. He highlights global patterns, mentions drought risks, irrigation limits, and the need for weather awareness as a factor in future food supplies.
Scientists note a trend toward cooler average winter temperatures since the 1940s due to atmospheric dust and carbon dioxide effects. The National Geographic Society cites a 2.7 degree Fahrenheit drop, while forecasts from the U S Weather Bureau and Old Farmer's Almanac vary by region. Some observers blame February cold in New England on delayed solar effects after the winter solstice.
Health expert Kay Strassburg from the University of Vermont cautions against fashion shoes like Earth boots wedgies and platform styles for everyday use. She recommends comfortable well fitting shoes and warns that negative heels and imitation brands can harm the feet. Exercise sandals and clogs are okay only in short intervals, while wedgies and high platform shoes should be worn sparingly to avoid foot and leg strain.
A consumer note cites a national study showing waste from excessive packaging and how multiple layers hinder use. It urges shoppers to evaluate each wrapper for real need, and to voice choices to processors to push marketing toward actual consumer needs.
indoors in Washington readers learn to grow fresh herbs like dill parsley thyme and basil in pots year round. seeds or live plants are available from nurseries and seed suppliers with free soil planting and care guidance. start with four or five plants and expand as you see family interest and neighbor envy.
The American Forestry Association marks a century of forest protection, touting forests as shelter, water, wildlife, and climate regulators. It notes the group’s founding in 1875, its role in early conservation, and the shift in timber production toward the South, with national forests owning about a third of U.S. timber.
A Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs calls for a coordinated national food policy focusing on Americans' nutritional needs. The 1975 report, led by Sen George McGovern, urges ongoing surveillance to track diet changes and malnutrition, criticizing current surveys as inadequate and urging an Office of Nutritional Health Evaluation within HEW.
A vintage guidance piece outlines practical tips to cut energy use and stay warm. It covers selecting efficient small appliances, smart drying and washing practices, unplugging idle electronics, and using cold water for disposal. It also suggests dressing wisely with wool, layering, and durable fabrics to reduce energy costs.
The article reflects on post Christmas reactions across ages from 24 year olds unwrapping gifts to children who expect Santa again the next year. It describes the afterglow fading, questions like What Can I Do and how long until Christmas returns, and the ritual of taking down the tree followed by renewed normalcy and mentions of Easter possibilities.
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