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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1974
Page
5
Older Vermonters face loneliness as families spread apart and health improves. Friendly visiting, often by RSVP volunteers, offers companionship, respect for individuality, and shared activities. The article outlines the emotional needs and gains of aging, noting humor, wisdom, and dignity as elder strengths.
Eric Nicol argues Gordon Sinclair’s praise of the United States reveals Canadian ambivalence about American power and self image. He notes Sinclair’s broadcasts and Congressional mentions, and questions whether Canadians should echo or rebuke the U S admiration while reflecting on roles and regional identities.
The piece notes Vermont’s share of a four million highway allotment from a three point three billion federal public works fund, with rules for county and municipal distribution. It cites 1888 as the snowiest winter in fifty years at 110 inches per Albany Weather Bureau figures. Other items include a Paradise Restaurant plan for a 47 unit motor inn on West Main Street and a Bennington County Democratic event at Mt Anthony Country Club. It mentions Gov Hoff’s charge against Republican dereliction, a Plymouth crash near North Bennington, Gov Gibson urging defeatism relief, Rep Plumley on civil defense, the Bennington Eagles’ 40th anniversary, and a note on historic town meetings and bonds.
Washington reports by Dick West note energy chief William Simon appears to have made gas lines disappear overnight. Residents recall lines gone from stations, prompting awe, questions, and jokes about UFOs and mirrors. Investigators seek a rational explanation amid ongoing shortages.
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