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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1976
Page
6
The Bennington Banner published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201 on Tuesday January 27 1976 with standard masthead and imprint information a typical local newspaper record
In this cold winter, the piece criticizes President Ford for boosting nuclear energy research while ignoring energy conservation, noting no funding for the Energy Policy and Conservation Act and calling for expansion of Amtrak rather than budget cuts. It argues motor fuel use dominates costs and urges practical options to reduce car dependence.
Ford faces resistance in Congress as Amtrak funding and energy conservation measures come under fire. Pittsfield Rep. Conte and other lawmakers from affected districts oppose reductions while Massachusetts Energy Policy Office warns nuclear power is costlier than coal in the near term and urges conservation as essential.
The Putnam Square Cynic suggests applying for a Vermont arts grants to build a bandstand on Route 7 environs rather than in Putnam Square. He mocks state road plans, warns Bennington will lack local work and culture as Rutland and Burlington get funded roads.
Editor notes praise for work supporting low income groups while questioning Vermont Hard Times Coalition. They will send 20 delegates to a national convention of similar groups this weekend in Chicago. The remark suggests a more favorable location if times were easier.
A memoir recalling how the phrase amnesty acid and abortion used against McGovern in 1972 shaped perceptions. The column links the White House scribes and Evans and Novak questions to McGovern being seen as soft on marijuana decriminalization in 1976. Jackson’s later stance mirrors McGovern’s past.
A winter diary notes brutal cold with 36 below and 90s wind chill, snow sculpting the yard, and a cozy Crock-Pot review. The writer and Charlie enjoy selective TV, from nature programs to the U S National Figure Skating Championships on Wide World of Sports, ahead of the Innsbruck Olympic Winter Games starting February 3.
Robert Cummings thanks Pat Schaffer and the Recreation Center team for the December 7 swim meet, notes many could not attend but celebration and ribbons went to Nanette LaPorte Tracy Merrow Lisa Galvin Brian Pierce Joe Ward Tim Belleville Ralph Hurley, praises Bennington Junior Women for the Christmas party and Santa, and credits Vermont National Guard and Armory pool access for weekly fitness and sports programs. Partners include Bennington Friends of the Retarded Fannie Moon and local sponsors.
A letter from 55 Wilson Ave Chatham Ontario argues for sound spelling to replace current English spelling. It claims the language is inconsistent and hinders literacy typing reading and pronunciation. The author urges a reform movement and invites involvement.
A humorous field guide to Bennington selectmen during budget meetings. The piece names Ralph G Wright Timothy Corcoran Gerald P Morrissey Paul Sheridan Peter R Donavan Richard B Leake III and notes shared traits. It humorously claims Woolmington and Harrington attend meetings for pay and daydreaming.
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