Snelling backs VOSHA program in Vermont
Gov. Richard Snelling voiced strong support for continuing the Vermont Occupational Safety and Health program. Speaking to about 130 Vermont Labor Council members on Sunday, he said he would resist any attempt to abolish VOSHA or transfer it to the federal system.
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Shorter limit proposed for malpractice case in Vermont
Vermont Medical Society urged reducing the statute of limitations for medical malpractice suits from three to two years. Dr. Stanley Burns testified that malpractice insurance rates rose due to a reclassification by Aetna, affecting most doctors. If the injury is discovered after two years, a one year window would apply, and suits could be filed within seven years.
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Punishment first, advises Vermont prosecutor
Chittenden County State's Attorney Francis Murray told the Senate Judiciary Committee that Vermont's criminal justice system has encouraged crime by emphasizing punishment over rehabilitation. He urged minimum mandatory jail terms for all convicted felons, admitted the plan would require more jails, and called for a maximum security facility for hardened criminals.
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ACLU sues state over Wilmington White House liquor license
The ACLU files suit in U S District Court on behalf of Paul Winer known as Sweet Pie, alleging the Liquor Control Board violated his free speech rights by revoking the Wilmington White House license after an undercover report deemed his act obscene. The suit seeks reversal and damages for loss of employment. Winer, a Massachusetts performer who worked in Vermont eight years, cannot find work in the state since the board’s action and the club closed.
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Florida freeze sparks citrus rush in Connecticut stores
Connecticut shoppers flock to Florida citrus as a Deep South freeze damages crops and drives up demand for fresh oranges and frozen juice. Clerks report rapid depletion of stock at Food Mart Rocky Hill and West Hartford while Stop and Shop Wethersfield and A&P Farmington Avenue note emptied canned items and restocking needs. Store managers say supplies are generally prepared in advance but rapid run on products challenges retailers.
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Community Chorus rehearsals begin for Carmina Burana
Rehearsals start for the Community Chorus production of Carmina Burana with a session tonight at 7 30 in the Mt Anthony choral room. Also noted are academic honors for Brian and Shaun Polito of Old Bennington at Kurn Hattin School Westminster with grades four and five respectively.
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Vermont House Okays Steam Train Debt Plan and Hayes Confirmed
The Vermont House approved paying off an $800000 debt from the Steam Train project. The Senate confirmed Superior Judge Thomas Hayes for a six year term by a 1510 vote amid opposition from several conservative Republicans. Hayes and his liberal alignment were noted, with further debate on an income tax surcharge slated for floor action.
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Addison County
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Bennington County
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Herbert Ogden
Chester Scott
Windsor
Henry Manchester
Lamoille County
Melvin Mandigo
Essex-Orleans
Gerald Morse
Caledonia
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Manchester
John O’brien
Burlington
Mouse bites cat in English garden incident
In Shaldon England a mouse named Goliath mauled Percy the tomcat over a saucer of milk. Percy's owner Mrs Irene Arnot reported the incident saying the cat is nervous, and the garden resident Goliath chased Percy from the saucer after a brief clash Sunday.
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Barre couple killed crossing A1A in Ormond Beach Florida
An elderly Barre Vermont couple, Maurice Cook Watkins and Lucy Bailey Watkins, were struck and killed by a southbound Cadillac on A1A near Ormond Beach. The driver, Thea Schuchmann Bell, 52, remained at the scene, fled briefly, and the car was impounded. The highway was closed about four hours.
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Gov. Thomson orders flags at half mast over Carter amnesty
New Hampshire Governor Meldrim Thomson ordered state agencies to fly American and state flags at half mast from Jan 24 through Jan 28 to protest President Carter's pardon of Vietnam draft resisters. He called Carter's action a day of infamy and urged veterans to protest. A Pease Base sergeant was relieved after lowering the flag in sympathy. A NH House committee sent a resolution against blanket amnesty to full House, with about 70 members supporting it.
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Rutland
Vermont splits over Carter draft pardons evokes mixed reactions
Vermont veterans groups condemn the Carter pardons while amnesty supporters condemn them as incomplete. Vermont officials react with caution as Gov Snelling declines flag protests and plans to weigh the issue further.
Barngrove named Vermont Transportation Board chairman
UPI reports James Barngrove of Reading was approved by the Senate to lead the Vermont Transportation Board. The 70 year old former railroad executive had served on the board since its May 1975 creation after attorney Robert Gensburg resigned, following Gov. Richard Snelling’s nominating action.
Crime rises in Vermont as convictions fall says report
MONTPELIER Vermont. A Vermont Department of Public Safety biennial report shows major crimes rising over two years ending June 30 1974 and ending July 1 1975 while state police criminal convictions declined. Robbery up 76.3 percent nine to 15 homicide up 66.7 percent 38 to 67 cases vehicle thefts up 46.9 percent 390 to 573. minor offenses up 29.2 percent. State police Maj Glenn Davis says manpower shortages hinder enforcement and requests 25 additional troopers.
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