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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation. Its office is located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues rising medical costs strain industry and government, citing GM figures that health benefits add 175 per car and total premiums near 825 million in 1975. It warns of pressure for employee contributions, and urges federal action to slow cost growth, plus bicentennial focus on rehabilitating Pennsylvania Avenue.
This tribute recalls Blanche Reed Carpenter, known as Bonnie, who died at 103 on March 9, 1976. A stubborn, stylish, redheaded centenarian, she valued independence, prided youth, and remained sharp-witted to the end. Her physician recalls care, age myths, and a life marked by charm.
A Vermont reminiscence recalls skiing sap season on Mountain Chatter SEARSBURG. The author describes late winter snowstorms, the vernal equinox, and a DIY maple syrup boil from 22 tapped maples using primitive gear. He reflects on past neighbors, sap gathering, and the joy of fresh syrup despite storms.
A reader criticizes Vermont residents for neglecting laws against junk yards and litter, urging locals to clean up their own state. An open letter praises Mt Anthony Patriots basketball team and national debates warn that major technological decisions affect the environment and democracy, calling for public approval.
The piece questions direct democracy on progress citing Proposition 15 on the June ballot to halt nuclear plants until two thirds of legislators deem them safe. It notes major spending by Exxon and PG&E to defeat, environmentalists backing the measure, and wonders whether citizens should have a voice in energy choices while invoking Founding Fathers on information for self-government.
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