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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is a daily Vermont newspaper published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street in Bennington. It operates every day except Sundays and holidays, serving Bennington County with local news and notices.
In his early days as president Carter advocates a 55 hour work week to protect family life while noting limits on direct influence over domestic matters. He pushes for welfare reform and wage relief amid inflation and unemployment. Separately, Congress may repeal the Byrd amendment aiding Rhodesia chrome exports as steel tech reduces dependence, signaling U.S. stance toward majority rule and sanctions.
Washington coverage describes President Carter's inaugural press conference focusing on nuclear arms control and Warnke's bargaining approach. The piece praises his poise, notes calls for two briefings monthly, and contrasts with past leaders while highlighting debate over testing and deterrence amid a hostile political climate.
The author argues fuel shortages are self caused and coal can fully power heating, power, and light for 300 years. He cites West Virginia's coal heritage, calling for renewed investment in coal technology, including automatic stokers, dust reduction, and gas from coal, to reduce dependence on OPEC and oil imports.
A letter describes a neighbor’s wife buying food stamps and a jar of peanut butter, then price hikes by peanut growers. The piece portrays rising costs driving growers to expand acreage while imagining a “promised land” of greater profits.
Lewis R. Wheeler of North Petersburg New York rails against postwar development. He argues that new condominiums supermarkets and fertilizer use boost peanut production and raise chemical residues in peanut butter while hospitals grow and the economy steams ahead.
A letter from Mrs. Rose Chaffee of Pownal commends the work-run bus to Eagle Square in Shaftsbury. She notes on-time arrivals, lack of driving stress on wintry days, and plans to remain a steady rider and support the service. She cites a relaxing ride and social aspect, and mentions others share the sentiment.
A Boston Globe quip captures a 3 year old replying that he is not old but almost new, highlighting a humorous exchange as the lady asks the child his age. The remark reflects playful tone typical of light human interest items in newspapers.
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