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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1977
Page
5
A satirical piece from 1976 critiques how Barbara Walters and others probe President elect Carter and family, imagining an absurd media interview with Socrates, Hobbes, and Thoreau. It contrasts public appetite for trivial questions with serious policy concerns like Social Security for seniors and earning limits after 65.
A long time Tribune staffer recalls no formal pension, bankruptcy scuttling any hope of retirement. He later joined McCall’s and Saturday Review, earning a small pension that funds waning post ownership changes. Facing Social Security clawbacks, he continues working at 72, urging lawmakers to raise or remove the earnings ceiling and make past contributions count.
A collage of items from Bennington notes the capitol transition preparations for Gov elect Aiken, local remarks on Social Security reform, and a star turn for Carleton Carpenter in The Whistle at Eaton Falls. Local union issues, WNAW license talk, and a campus antiwar letter highlight civic concerns. Historic snapshots recall 1925 governor Nellie Ross, 1964 Pope Paul VI meet, 1968 Dubcek, and 1975 CIA inquiries.
The saying outlines a progression in belief and identity: first a belief in Santa Claus, then disbelief, and finally the person embodying Santa Claus itself. It reflects a humorous view on belief transformation and personal role taking.
Shirley H. McTernan director of the Bennington Opportunity Council thanks donors who contributed time cash food clothing or toys to the needy through the agency. She emphasizes gratitude and community cooperation for a warmer New Year.
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