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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1971
Page
12
Davis warned the regulation encroaches on core rights and may trigger litigation and organized efforts to undo recent actions. The inaugural ceremony faced media limits with only one regular reporter allowed on the chamber floor and others watching via closed-circuit feeds.
In the Statehouse yesterday Olin Gay and Mrs. Margaret Hammond presented a young colleague with a miniature rocking chair. Former Sen. Arnold, not in the Senate, was appointed by Gov. Davis as representative from District 23 Bethel to replace Robert B. Simpson of Braintree who vacated the post.
Judge Estes called the matter exploratory while Judge Bryant said the Corrections Department decides the county lockup fate. The state agency predicted the decision would rest with the side judges. Essex and Grand Isle lockups have closed, and towns weigh new facilities and potential municipal control. The Rutland Regional Correctional Facility serves the region.
Bennington County lawmakers Rep. Joseph Caracciola and Rep. Robert Graf endorsed the Highway Department salting policy saying it has saved lives and could win broad legislative support. The plan draws conservationist criticism over environmental runoff and a potential lawsuit from Vermont Roadside Council counsel Harvey D. Carter.
MONTPELIER UP I two new Senate committee chairmen are Sens T Garry Buckley R Bennington County and H Ward Bedford R Addison County leading judiciary and finance panels respectively Eleven other senators kept chairmanships as assignments for the 13 upper chamber panels were listed Wednesday Buckley who was judiciary vice chair last year replaces Douglas B Kitchel who did not seek re election Bedford moved from Appropriations to replace Donald Arnold defeated in Windsor County GOP primary Buckley selection marked a notable shift in leadership within the Vermont Senate
A 22-year-old Bennington man, Stephen M. Corbett of 110 Booth Terrace, was arraigned in Bennington District Court on breach of peace and intoxication charges. He pleaded not guilty, was released on recognizance with $500 bail, and must stay away from his mother if conflicts cannot be resolved. Represented by attorney Charles Capriola.
The U.S. corrections picture shows jails crowded with minuscule facilities and uneven access to visitors. Texas leads in jails with 325. California tops population at 28,000 in 166 jails, and New York holds 17,399 in 75 jails. Overcrowding cited as inmates mix with children and the mentally infirm. The agency plans about 100 million for jails and prisons in six months and totals 1.5 billion yearly nationwide. West Point reports three cadets dropped for marijuana smoking just before Christmas leave. names not released. Vermont constitutional reform moves advance through Senate committees with leadership reshuffles and new chair assignments.
A Bennington County Court out-of-court settlement concluded the case of Dr. Sisley S. Zecher, a 67-year-old Manchester dentist, who sued a Bennington woman for 50000 over injuries from a three-year-old automobile crash. Zecher claimed disabling injuries and substantial income loss from the collision.
Senior citizens notes outline weekly activities including arts crafts puppet making bowling social afternoon and Friday card party at 8 with refreshments. Separate report covers a Shaftsbury collision on July 23 1967 where Frances Gates driving south swerved left of center after a bee. Dr Zecher northbound car struck. Settlement reported around 12000 to 15000 with testimony over two days. case filed January 26 1970 in Bennington County Court before Judge Robert W Larrow.
Indications arise that the Vermont Legislature may investigate the state Education Department and the University of Vermont. House and Senate sources say a dual probe, limited to finances, is gaining momentum as lawmakers seek oversight of rising education costs and tax money spending.
Three Bennington County legislators are reportedly in the running for key committee chairmanships this session. Speaker Walter L. Kennedy of Chelsea was expected to be among the leaders considered for top posts.
UPI report says freshman Rep. Mabel Sullivan of St. Johnsbury, 66, is in critical condition at a Burlington hospital after a Tuesday two vehicle crash on her way to the Capitol. Internal injuries multiple fractures and cuts cited. Sullivan won her first term last November and committees were announced after the Republican caucus.
Loomis G. Dana town recreation director says the Bennington Lions Skating Rink known as the BenMont bubble opens Friday evening at six with an opening ceremony featuring town and Lions Club representatives. Bring your skates.
Gannett Co. Inc. announces a principal agreement to acquire the Burlington Free Press in Vermont and the Chambersburg Public Opinion in Pennsylvania for 400,000 Gannett shares valued at about 13.4 million dollars. McClure Newspapers will operate both papers, with a 17 percent stake in the Haverhill Gazette. Combined 1969/70 earnings were 681000 on 5317000 in revenue.
Grace Walton admitted in Cambridge New York. Discharges include Edward Vosburgh Jr Marion Duclos and Bennington.
Selectmen agreed to continue printing the 1971 town report on newsprint in a tabloid form, distributed with The Banner. They plan permanent copies later for government offices and libraries, with a smaller 7 by 11 inch size, reinforced cover, and higher quality paper, aiming for broader, lower-cost access. Local residents criticized the tabloid’s unwieldy floor use, while supporters say wider distribution brings government to the people and saves money. The report is slated for printers in mid February.
Vermont House grapples with selecting a GOP majority leader after days of delay. Speaker Kennedy seeks a clear path as Dewey and Beattie vie, while Graf’s fate is debated amid power-play rumors. O’Connor’s bid gains ground despite loss of Democratic votes. Senate Democrats keep Delaney as minority leader with Hayes as assistant.
George Eadie Small 86 of 119 West Main St. Bennington a master harness maker for over 70 years died at Putnam Memorial Hospital after a week’s illness. Born in Alva Scotland he came to Bennington in 1906 and operated four shops while supplying sets of straps across New England New York and New Jersey. He sang with a Scottish quartet and was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church. He married Isabella Carson in 1913 and is survived by two daughters a son and several nieces nephews and cousins. Funeral at Mahar & Son Sunday at 2 p.m. with burial in Park Lawn spring burial planned. Memorials to Bennington Rescue Squad.
The Red Cross First Aid instructor course runs five sessions from 7 to 10 p.m. at Colgate Hall first Baptist Church with sessions on Jan 8 11 12 and 13 and Everett Croscup as instructor trainer. An Elks Lodge indoor clambake is set for Jan 23 at 7 p.m. Reservations by Jan 16. No Head Start Friday due to staff. Dion Finnegan to serve snacks at the Bennington Club Friday evening. Prospect Ski Club announces junior instruction starting this week with Mt. Anthony lessons at 9:30 a.m. Saturday and name tags incur 25 cent fee. Jeanne's Beauty Boutique opens Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 to 10 starting Jan 12. A new dog obedience class begins Jan 7 at 7 p.m. Mt Anthony Junior High gym 8 weeks 10 dollar fee instructor Ronald Lambert.
The Zion Episcopal Church in Manchester filled for the Tuesday morning funeral of Mrs. Constance M. Jordan 46 who died in a Monday automobile crash in Manchester. Rev. Robert L. Clayton officiated organist Joseph Stannard led the music with delegations from Orvis Co. Manchester and Putnam Memorial Hospital Bennington. Committal prayers were read by Rev. John Kirkman at Riverside Cemetery Saugus Mass.
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