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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1965
Page
3
Carlo Walter recounts moving from New York to a Vermont hillside home named Skylark. Bad weather, a faulty coal stove, and a stubborn delivery driver complicate the move yet the couple finds the house strong and charming, with city convenience and country appeal, and settles into a crowded, shared kitchen life while awaiting next week’s installment.
Kathy Haley, in Wichita, learned of a catastrophic jet tanker crash that killed 23 residents and seven crewmen after an 80 ton fuel loaded aircraft from McConnell Air Force Base passed over Pratt Street. Residents evacuated as five houses burned and 25 more were damaged. The event prompted family radio calls and help from local papers. The same issue notes the 1965 Small Town Library Awards winners announced by Harry Sherman for libraries in towns under 25,000.
The article outlines Home Demonstration notes on bedding trends and time saving tips. It highlights contour sheets with elastic, improved plastic mattress covers, decorative yet durable muslin and percale sheets, and cautions on excessive bleaching. It covers new blanket finishes, thermal weave options, and two leaflets from the County Extension office. It also shares a USDA muffin mix recipe, guidance on bathroom cleaner abrasiveness, and mentions library award news and garden workshop plans.
A reader discusses choosing durable home crafts like braided blue dungaree strips for boys beds and the urge to knit or rug as a relaxing activity, while acknowledging how unfinished projects and ironing piles weigh on nerves. At Grant's a display of men's khakis reminds of everyday chores and fashion choices.
Londonderry announces the University House on Vermont Street will open a Rib Room with paned walls and a slate floor for up to 200 diners. Grand opening features Lester Lanin orchestra and Bob Eberle on Friday and Saturday, with a new Saloon for beverages.
The Bennington Banner lists its offices and phone numbers for business news newsroom and advertising. It notes daily publication except Sundays and legal holidays from 425 Main St Bennington Vermont and its affiliation with United Press International for local news and UPI dispatches.
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