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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1977
Page
5
The Vermont lieutenant governor notes a surge in bills since 1963 and 1965 sessions, questions necessity, and urges simple laws. He discusses the lottery proposal, opposing promotion, and suggests using lottery funds to back major spectator sports to promote tourism and recreation. He favors a dignified approach if a lottery proceeds.
The Nation reports a looming collapse in teacher demand as postwar birth rates decline. By 1980 the supply of newly trained teachers may outstrip openings, with enrollment drops pressuring budgets, tax debates, and potential layoffs. The piece notes shifting public opinion, pension costs, and proposals like early retirement to ease the crunch.
Stephan Kanter and Russell Baker critique the term felony shoes used by police to label sneakers. They argue labels distort a major invention and miscast social behavior. The piece riffs on brands like Adidas Pumas Keds and more, noting designer rivalries and cultural hype amid sport and crime notes.
Local reports cover town finances and voter tax authorization issues, strikes at Sprague Specialties Co in North Adams, and a move of attorney Reuben Levin. Pownal posts a record vote, reduces selectmen pay, and backs a sign control article. Planetarium plans discussed, new sprinkler installation near Bennington, and winter carnival skimeisters crowned. Historical notes recount dog licensing in 1894, Bolshevik revolution events, Patrick Henry submarine arrival, and 1962 House membership vote.
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