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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is a daily newspaper except Sundays and holidays, printed by Banner Publishing Corporation at 125 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. It operates as a local source for community news and information.
The New Republic argues welfare abuse mirrors unemployment fraud, noting Massachusetts cuts to voluntary quits. Eliot Marshall critiques limited policing and calls for treating unemployment like welfare with a national income maintenance plan. A study shows 34 percent of whites and 13 percent of minority long-term jobless also draw Social Security or pensions, implying middle-class involvement.
Local efforts revive the Economy Graphics facility after last summer’s closure. VIDA and BCIC collaborations bring in five new small businesses to rent space, aiming to restore tax revenue and diversify the economy. Legislation in the Vermont Senate could quicken BCIC’s broader role and solidify the plant as a local growth anchor.
Editor notes praise Mt Anthony Patriots for a stirring victory over Mt St Joseph Academy marked by poise under pressure. Mention Lt Gov Buckley’s Page 5 newsletter with legislative contact info and appreciation for Bicentennial Park creators Irene Andrews and Jamie Longtin amid Vermont community pride and future preservation calls.
A collection of aphorisms and wit from major papers. The Burlington Free Press notes a quip about lending a hand while the Boston Globe reflects on public skepticism with a remark about trying to fool people.
A historical sketch of Rev Ithamar Hibbard once known for fiery sermons and counsel to Ethan and Ira Allen. He led a mountain congregation near Mount Anthony, faced competition from Old First Church, and later moved to broader service in Vermont.
The Mount Anthony Union School Board thanks the Bennington Religious Education Foundation for seven years of free use of the 507 County St building. BREF funded heat and lights and did not charge rent, saving taxpayers thousands of dollars. The board acknowledges the decision to sell the building and appreciates being given until June to relocate. Signed by George A. Sleeman and Louis A. Axt, Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent.
The February 12 1977 Banner reprints Tom Braden on illegal immigration from Mexico and notes talks between Mexican President Jose Lopez Portillo and U S President Carter on February 14 focusing on oil and gas reserves. It suggests Mexico could gain work and suggests potential shifts in immigration pressures.
Kaye Ballard quotes humorous exchanges as Dracula and The Godfather mothers urge children to drink milk or go for a ride. Parade magazine captures playful, age old motherhood banter in a Broadway star's remark.
The piece argues Carter uses symbolic moves to bridge a weak position in Washington. It notes a scant staff, policy gaps, and opposition in Congress while acknowledging these gestures help preserve momentum for later decisions.
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