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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily excluding Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 125 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
Bennington officials vote against adding 4600 dollars to the town budget to support the Bennington Opportunity Council and balance food stamp program costs. Critics say the move targets humanitarian services while taxes stay low, impacting elderly residents and 800 benefiting families. Leadership in humanity and services is urged.
A skeptical view on how public attention to tanker disasters drives regulatory moves. The piece notes record mishaps in 1976 and questions whether media focus and crisis-driven policy will yield lasting reforms or fade after improvements. It cites the Argo Merchant incident, flags of convenience, and calls for stronger controls over tankers entering U.S. waters.
A reader letter cites eight weeks of revisions to Vermont social work licensing, expanding eligibility to two year experience holders with M A or B A degrees as of July 1 1977. The writer condemns legislative actions, accusing Montpelier lawmakers of Nixonian politics, urging Vermonters to question their representatives about secret ballot votes for lieutenant governor and the broader impact on democracy. Essex Center signatory Gary G Ameden urges action for a better Vermont.
The draft measure, supported by Vermont NASW, strengthens licensing levels for social workers, adds continuing education, and clarifies practice standards. It aims to aid Medicaid and private insurers, expanding eligibility for third party payments and protecting consumers seeking licensed professionals. Richard H. Beiminke invites questions and copies of the bill.
A review of Beatrice Trum Hunter’s 1976 study on FDA USDA actions and congressional probes into food additive safety. The author outlines the tug of war between public protection and industry interests, detailing cancer and birth defect risks, Delaney Clause debates, and examples like banned dyes and hormones. The piece endorses Hunter’s well documented, accessible analysis of regulatory processes and personal dietary guidance.
A memorial tribute for Florence Moore notes her Jan 4 passing and honors her life as a devoted second grade teacher at the Old Graded School. It recalls her kindness in sickness, her cheer at Putnam Memorial Hospital, and her Christian servant spirit with the line After the verb to love to help is the most beautiful verb in the world.
The piece critiques President Ford's statehood proposal for Puerto Rico, arguing public desire for statehood is weak, costs could rise by billions, and Puerto Rican industry relies on U.S. capital and tax waivers. It notes regional demographics, a wary pride, and potential oil discoveries that could shift the debate.
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