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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1969
Page
7
Sunderland voters approved a 200000 dollar bond for a new elementary school by 131 votes to 80 after a revote. The town House School scene was dramatic as supporters celebrated, with plans to begin construction once the site is snow free and contracts let immediately.
In Arlington the Republican and Democratic caucuses nominated town officers for both tickets. Contests on March 4 include selectman and lister races, with several positions such as treasurer auditor and school director listed alongside grand jurors and cemetery commissioner. Democrats failed to field a candidate for road commissioner.
Arlington area notices note postponed PTA gathering and community events. The Sherman family, recently burned out, has begun settling into a new apartment with support from locals. An error clarified the apartment uses an electric stove. January library additions include many adult and juvenile titles, plus a calendar of weekly events at local venues and organizations.
Haystack Mountain Ski Area in Wilmington plans a Mardi Gras celebration on February 15 modeled after New Orleans. A parade features ski bum floats themed Famous Flicks, followed by the Queen Contest winner at midnight and a gala evening at 9 p.m. with balloons. An obstacle race for all skiers promises prizes for all winners.
An ice carnival is set for February 15 at the Fieldings' enclosed rink on Memorial Avenue. Featured act will be the RPI Figure Skating Club of Troy, New York, with about four local youngsters to be announced. Tickets cost 2 dollars for adults and 1 dollar for children. show starts at 8 p.m. and lasts one hour and 15 minutes.
Town officials urge attendance at an 8 p.m. Tuesday meeting at Manchester Elementary School to discuss the Center bridge state traffic control proposal and the Center Hill rerouting of U S 7 traffic after the new highway opens. Citizens may voice views as projects affect the town.
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