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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. It serves the local readership with news, notices, and community information from Vermont’s southwest region.
A House committee unveils a tight code covering financial disclosure and outside income, capping individual appearances at 500 and total outside income at 8 625 15 percent of pay. The rules aim to curb abuses while expanding transparency and ethics for lawmakers, amid pay raise debates.
Page 7 notes a potential breakthrough in black fly management in Vermont woodlands. It also highlights Mt Anthony debate team success with a chance to join a national Bicentennial event in Williamsburg, Virginia, and a letter praising the American Legion's nation serving work while noting a canceled fox hunt in Illinois.
A Ludlow and Londonderry grocery chain owner argues the 1976 Vermont Blue Laws unfairly forced Londonderry closed Sundays while Ludlow stayed open. He describes a six week closing period, the "family owned" stance, and questions the law's logic amid calls for free enterprise.
Ray Clark of Clark's IGA Ludlow and Londonderry argues for repeal of Vermont Sunday Blue Law to ensure fair competition. He cites Windham County Court dismissal on discriminatory grounds and notes similar rulings in neighboring states. Clark urges lawmakers to allow open Sundays and support House Bill H 21 and Senate Bill S 27.
A letter to The Banner argues media bias in Abu Daoud case. It claims circumstantial evidence exists and asserts Israeli and German officers bear responsibility for the Munich tragedy. The author calls for Abu Daoud and officials to be tried in an international tribunal.
A stranded traveler praises Bennington residents for helping during a blizzard. Steve Tippett gave a ride to Bennington, the Burke couple provided a motel room and hospitality, then Mrs LeBlanc of LeBlanc's Auto Service assisted with transportation and warmth. The note ends with thanks from a mother and daughter from Pentacook New Hampshire.
A Vermont Tomorrow survey circulated with editorials and quotes from Sen. George Aiken prompts discussion on balancing economic growth with environmental protection. Critics call questions flawed and argue growth should hinge on common sense, not choosing between economy and ecology.
A satirical column mocks social climbing norms with questions on soup garnishes, White House dress, servant relations, private schools, Southern charm, land status, and prayer habits. ItPlayfully critiques pretensions and etiquette while placing readers in a wry, period voice.
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