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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1973
Page
11
Vermont Fish and Game urges hikers to avoid taking in young wild animals such as fawns and raccoons. The department cautions that human imprinting harms their survival and often leads to disaster, with mothers nearby often unseen. If danger arises, contact a warden for proper handling.
Hancock Massachusetts ushers in a new season at Hancock Shaker Village with several additions. The centerpiece is the Tan House, the museum's 13th restored building, offering visitors a closer look at the restored community of the Shaker sect through enhanced exhibits and demonstrations.
617 Bentley seniors receive degrees at the 40th annual commencement in Waltham Mass. Dr Abram Sachar delivers an 18 minute address as chancellor of Brandeis University. President Gregory H Adamian confers degrees amid campus tours of Shaker shops and the Tree of Arboretum. Open daily 9:30 to 5, June 1 through late fall. Admission $1.40 adults 50 cents children.
The Hoosick Falls Central School Junior Band played at a Hoosick Grange meeting where the chicken barbecue was declared a success. Plans for a June 13 pecan pie contest and Junior Grange program, plus a June 27 Friends and Brotherhood program with an art and photography contest, were announced. A hot dog roast is set for July 18 and the annual picnic date is to be announced with Mr. and Mrs. Omer Brenenshihl in charge.
Hoosick Falls New York Republicans at Poestenkill campaign HQ name Frank E Wittman of Poestenkill and Thomas G Resting of Hoosick Falls as primary ticket chairmen for the Fifth Legislative District. Local campaign leaders named in each town include Tarl Miller Berlin Maurice Maxon Grafton Russell Miller Petersburg Charles Bentley and John Murphy to continue the effort. Wittman, a Poestenkill former supervisor, is 53 and has three children. Resting, Hoosick Falls justice, is a 15 year veteran with strong civic ties. The June 4 primary pits Wittman Resting against Pandd Gulbrodt and Jett Burridge.
In Hoosick Falls New York the Van Rensselaer Chapter Order of Eastern Star held a memorial service for the late Mrs Carolyn Thomas a past matron and district deputy Jean Brien presided Right Worthy Raymond Calhoun acted as patron in Haner s absence A new American Flag was dedicated in her memory Attendees included Mrs Carol Owens of Endfield Connecticut and eight year members of the local chapter with Bertha Chapman receiving a 50 year pin The altar was draped for Mrs Thomas and the late Worthy Sister Fannie Percy.
The Green Mountain Club released Back packing on the Long Trail a color slide program for scouts and youth camps to prepare for hiking. It covers clothing equipment food packing planning techniques trail safety and environmental care with guidance to hike in small groups carry shelter and practice Leave No Trace. Prepared by Ronald Dean Troop No 1 Southborough Mass the program includes carousel slides and cassette narration and can be reserved via the Green Mountain Club Rutland Vermont with a $1 rental and one month lead time.
McCullough Library announces a selection of new titles across science, history, fiction, and reference. Notable items include political theory by Rawls, philosophy by Durant, gardening by Foster, and children's classics by McCloskey and Upham, among others.
Esix Junction UPI reports Bernard Sanders sent Louis Rever of New England Telephone Co. a one dollar bill to aid the firm amid financial strain as it pursues higher rates. The Vermont Public Service Board denied rate increase requests for lack of cost data, prompting a higher court appeal to force a full hearing.
Vermont Governor Salmon said he hopes President Nixon will be absolved of charges in the Watergate coverup investigation. He noted smoke about possible involvement, but stressed the presidency as a vital office and anticipated a possible presidential pronouncement. Salmon left for the National Governors Conference in Lake Tahoe and plans a California trip for rest before returning to Vermont.
Vermont Student Assistance Corp announces 190 Vermont high school seniors will be named Vermont Scholars at their graduation ceremonies this month. Each recipient receives a $100 honor scholarship for four years of scholastic achievement, with VSAC administering state and federal grants, scholarships, and student loans to support higher education in Vermont.
The body of Naymord Kennedy, 39, was recovered by state police from Marshfield Reservoir on Thursday. Kennedy drowned three weeks ago in a fishing accident. The bodies of the other missing individuals remain unrecovered as police continue the search.
Albany reports New York State bans phosphate laundry detergents becoming the second state after Indiana to prohibit them. Governor Rockefeller signed a bill exempting dishwasher detergents from the ban, citing their short supply and that they cause only 3 percent of environmental damage from phosphates.
The Troy area would study a county sports stadium with a seven member county sports commission to plan the facility. A state Sports Authority exists to aid construction and the new commission would seek its help if created.
Gerald A. Ruts and Gaston Robert plan to purchase the FW Woolworth building at North and Depot from the F W Woolworth Pension Fund with Donald G. Ruffer as broker. They will remodel into multiple stores and add a restaurant while Woolworth remains as tenant until fall. The sale may shift downtown retail dynamics.
Howard Graham and Ralph Graham of Wales and Indian Orchard appeared in district court after arrest on March 15 at Cumberland Farms for possession of more than 10 counterfeit $20 bills. Police said 44 phony notes were seized. the men allegedly washed bills in tea and dried them in a clothes dryer causing the bills to shrink. Each received a one year suspended sentence and restitution order. Ronald Graham faced a $50 fine for possessing a switchblade knife.
City police announce an enforcement drive against owners of unlicensed dogs starting this week or next with April 1 as the licensing deadline. Violations follow a fines system similar to parking tickets, ranging from warnings to up to $20 fines.
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