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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. The notice confirms the publication pattern and the parent company details for readers and advertisers.
The piece argues Congress nearly blocked federal revenue sharing in 1971 72 under Wilbur Mills, noting fears of losing influence and that Washington borrows more easily than states. It cites Vermont at risk from cuts, proposes countercyclical grants, and supports a federal take over of welfare via a negative income tax as essential steps toward welfare reform and broader revenue sharing.
A Brattleboro letter argues Fred Harris represents the people and outlines his platform. It cites tax reform to close loopholes, anti monopoly aims, job creation through public work, Social Security boosts, and opposition to nuclear power. Harris boasts strong farmer support and a record of pro farmer votes, with a call to vote March 2 for Vermont and future generations.
Readers celebrate a successful season at the Community Garden Project directed by Harlan Lewellyn and supported by BOC and the CETA program. Seniors at the Senior Center and Senior Apartment House enjoyed dew fresh vegetables, with 4-H Club youth volunteering and walking distance from downtown. Neighbors urge repeating the program next summer to boost health and self sufficiency.
Vermont settlers moved into the Adirondacks after 1810, drawn by open land and roads to Albany, Montreal, and Plattsburgh. They built towns and mills, taught children, and even fed potash profits, while wolves and bounties prompted unusual administration. The rise of lumber, iron, and the then later tourist economy transformed the region, though wilderness allure waned with roads and cars expanding beyond the mountains.
Vermont lawmakers push to cut half a million from education aid while pausing minimum classroom standards. The voice vote signals reluctance to face roll call. Critics warn about higher taxes and weakened education amid calls for outdoor plumbing and no fire escapes on schools.
The Vermont Legislature moves swiftly to authorize floor discussion of Australian ballot articles, a bill sponsored by Rep. Edwin Colvin of Shaftsbury clarifying rules. It enables public debate on Monday meetings and private voting on Tuesday. Boston Globe
To the Editor, after 14 months with the Bennington Ecumenical Council of Churches Emergency Fuel and Food Fund, I find BOC well informed about who needs help and who seeks ongoing handouts. They allocate funds to the needy and track outcomes, showing responsibility to both recipients and the community. Support them at the polls next Tuesday. Bennington.
Classified column notes three reasons to write Reagan in Vermont ahead of the presidential primary. Points cite Panama Canal control, Secretary of State selection, and Social Security improvements. Includes byline Clifford B Harwood M D Manchester Center and a ski equipment sale listing from Rhinelander Wisconsin shopper column.
Sargent Shriver warns families are in deep trouble after Census data show rising divorces and more children living with single parents. He argues welfare, tax rules, and Social Security gaps undercut marriage, while most adults still seek a happy family life. He calls for a “Family Plan” to address these tensions.
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