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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. The statement notes the newspaper operates from Bennington Vermont with no Sunday or holiday editions.
In a debated move Sen Edward M. Kennedy proposes a six month halt on arms shipments to the Persian Gulf to reexamine policy amid hunger and conflict in the undeveloped world. He notes risks of US support for Pakistan and Ethiopia, and argues Congress can veto arms deals of 20 million dollars or more under current law.
A 1:30 p.m. hearing tomorrow in Room 9 at the Statehouse will feature Dr. Irving Adler of Shaftsbury presenting proposed changes to the state aid to education formula. Adler leads a Shaftsbury study committee seeking a more equitable funding method, with reviews expected by House Education and Ways & Means.
Gerard J. Kirchner of Save the Open Spaces Stowe calls for an open space agreement between towns and farmers to use value land taxation with an option to purchase. He suggests classifications for farmland and woodlots, cites constitutional principles, and names figures for per acre taxes. UVM would provide valuation guidance.
George E. Lerigo urges a balanced transport plan to revive the Northeast rail system. He cites energy strains and costly fixes, proposes electrification, intermodal links, and private ventures like Auto Train, plus state rail improvements from New York to Buffalo. He notes local potential via North Bennington and Historic Transportation System as a model.
March 4 brings Vermont residents to town halls and schools for the annual March Town Meeting. The piece recalls its colonial roots, its enduring format led by a moderator, and the social routine of neighborly lunches before continuing with town business. It notes changes as towns grew more complex while praising grassroots participation and free speech. It also adds a lighter scene of birds at Skylark's yard observed by the author.
Washington is gripped by unemployment fears as Carl Reich faces job loss and a family in ordinary strain, while Congress scrambles to respond to the crisis. Ford faces criticism over an incomplete recovery package, debates over tax cuts, and a test of government speed and cooperation amid inflation risks.
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