Alcock opposes using National Forest land for Stamford recreation
The Bennington Banner reports Green Mountain National Forest director John A. Alcock opposes using Forest lands and roads to access a Stamford recreation development. He stresses public need governs facility use and raises concerns about private development on public lands, noting Mt. Snow leases differ as facilities are open to paying visitors.
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Vermont
John A. Alcock
Green Mountain National Forest
National Forest
Stamford
Alcock
Department
United States
Mt. Snow
Forest protection vs private gains in Vermont
The writer argues against using National Forest roads to access a private vacation home and golf course, urging open land kept wild. Stamford officials once refused federal purchase, now risks to tax revenue are weighed against preserving areas for future generations with state or federal reimbursement options and federal aid for impacted towns.
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Stamford
National Forest
Vermont
Must We Defend Europe Alone
A debate over Senator Mansfield's resolution calling for a substantial reduction of U.S. troops in Europe faces President Nixon's opposition. Under Secretary Richardson argues reductions would unsettle Europeans and weaken NATO, while a new vote on the measure seems likely and supporters urge passage to ease East-West tensions without harming allied security. The piece questions NATO's Cold War framework and argues reducing troops could still protect allies.
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Nixon
Senate
Mike Mansfield
U.S
Europe
Elliot L. Richardson
Richardson
NATO
Mansfield
West Germany
The Politics of Applause Excerpt on Female Workers
A short excerpt from Born Female by Caroline Bird critiques gender bias in labor. It argues women face training denial and low paid monotonous roles, with instability alleged as a justification for limited advancement. The passage cites patterns of absenteeism and turnover to sustain the claim.
HOME Inc directors note 1969 progress and future plans
The January 8 HOME Inc board meeting drew a good crowd. Next meeting is February 12 at the Ecumenical Center. Stock sales total $20,625 with $600 more since January 1. Investments include $84,133.41 in Beech Court apartments and $13,361.78 in a Ben Mont Avenue two family house. Nine Beech Court units and one Ben Mont unit renovated and leased under Vermont Housing Authority rent subsidy. 1969 operations show a loss of $531.91. Renovations slow but ongoing. surplus storage arranged to renovate Beech Court. HOME emphasizes tenant democracy. a tenants association organized and a Christmas party held. A petition led to a reprieve on the no dogs rule and steps toward better garbage control. The site committee seeks properties to purchase and renovate. information welcomed to Dr. Donald Humphreys. A stock purchase will help warm two Bennington homes. RO BERT B. CONDON, President HOME Inc. Bennington.
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Home Inc
Ecumenical Center
County Street
Lincoln
Beech Court
Ben Mont Avenue
Ben Mont
Vermont Housing Authority
HOME
Bennington
Donald Humphreys
Prime Minister's Manners Criticized In Letter to Editor
A reader from Manchester denounces a television interview between the British prime minister and American press, comparing the conduct to speaking to morons. She calls for better taste and courtesy from British representatives and a possible guidance for the Queen’s envoys. Mrs Kathryn D Norse signs the letter.
Almanack lover finds charm in Robb Sagendorph’s tribute
Book review lauds America and Her Almanacks by Robb Sagendorph, praising its vivid flavor of colonial life, moon lore, and the Old Farmer’s Almanack tradition. It celebrates Sagendorph’s passion, lists practical value for collectors, and notes lively anecdotes about Ben Franklin and Poor Richard.
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America
Robb Sagendorph
Little, Brown
Boston
Cornwall Bridge
Conn
Richard
Dublin
New Hampshire
Old Farmer’s Almanack
Billings
New England
Lanesboro
Massachusetts
Sagendorph
Rosenbach Foundation
Philadelphia
Richard Saunders
Benjamin Franklin
God
Ben
Sunrise to Sunset The Smallest Is the Shrew
The article extols the shrew as the smallest warm blooded mammal, detailing its insectivorous diet, tiny size of three inches, sharp teeth, and rapid movements. It describes observing shrews under leaves, their hunting methods, and how their small size limits predation by larger animals. An anecdote about a shrew dying when grasped illustrates its sensitivity to captivity.
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Vermont
Park Rangers
Maine
Manitou
Earth
Montpelier memo on a slow start to the 1970 legislature
Betsy Samuelson reports a sluggish Montpelier session as only three holdover bills advance in four weeks. Leaders Kennedy and Janeway foresee action on government reorganization environmental controls and pay raises, while drafting and printing delays hinder progress. The tone is cautious with plans targeting Feb 17 exchanges and a March 21 to March 27 adjournment window.
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Deane C. Davis
Montpelier
House
Walter Kennedy
Chelsea
Edward Janeway
Windham County
GOP
Kennedy
Senate
Bad Bargain On Gambling And Savings
A humor piece contrasts a hard working man who earns a salary yet loses every penny to reckless gambling. A friend counsels saving $100 a month to build a cushion in ten years, while the gambler jokes about the risk of ending with nothing. Also a short gag from The Signalman’s Journal about a child’s wagon ruined by a rushed parent.
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Main Street
U.S. Forest Service
Caroline Bird
McKay
Ultimate
Robert B. Condon
President Home Inc
the Banner
Kathryn D, Norse
Manchester
Book Review
Eric Sloane
Robb
Josh Billings
Farmer
George B. Gordon
Jamaica
Betsy Samuelson
House Natural Resources Committee
Davis
State House
Janeway
Oliver Pierce
Family Weekly
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