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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
A Philadelphia newspaper reports a violent goon siege that blocked exits and deliveries as mayor Frank Rizzo allies allegedly funded 250 pickets from the Building Trades Council to suppress coverage. Police did not intervene, and editors faced beatings while attempting to reach work.
An intruding mob at the Inquirer building sparked a federal restraining order enforced by federal marshals early Saturday. The incident underscored fears of lawlessness in Philadelphia during March nineteen seventy six, accusing Mayor Frank Rizzo of dereliction and potential collusion with demonstrators while challenging First Amendment freedoms.
The Legislature approves a uniform 10 per week increase for all classified state workers, costing an estimated 2.5 million dollars annually. Gov. Salmon had proposed a 40 hour week, but workers balked. The Public Service Board also increases telephone charges by 6 percent for basic service and 8.3 percent recoupment over 20 months, plus 20 cents for directory assistance beyond three calls a month. Citizens face higher costs and correspondingly louder local budget frustrations.
A Mt. Anthony District readers’ letter questions proposed teacher raises. It asks if teachers will receive $1000 for nine months this year and $1000 more next year under a guaranteed contract. It notes teachers propose 60 extra minutes of instruction daily and building hours 8 am to 3 pm, while asks taxpayers if they receive similar raises in hard times.
Toni Jo Hall of Arlington questions the handling of Ralph Morse's eight and a half year term as road commissioner. She alleges Emerson Novotny and Henry Breunich pressured Morse out after buyer choices for graders and criticizes Mt. Anthony School Board influence. Hall urges a no vote on the Mt. Anthony School budget set for April 20 and questions taxpayer protections.
A Dover Vermont writer recalls Stoyan Cristowe born in Macedonia and his migration to America in detailed memoir form. The review praises the precise narrative style, vivid childhood scenes, and evocative passages from the book published by Harper's Magazine Press in 1976.
To the Editor a tribute praises Shaftsbury Elementary for a bicentennial performance organized by Principal Sam Carrara and Mrs. Linda Johnson. The all grade level production united students and teachers in a moving presentation that pleased parents and community members in Hidden Valley Shaftsbury.
Dean Fausett of Dorset requests a correction to the March 22 article on Fausett Designs Ticonderoga Plate. He states the figure should read 83 Green Mountain Boys captured 68 British subjects and military, explaining earlier excitement from the May 10 1775 surprise attack led to many distortions.
Friends and classmates at Mt Anthony Union High School honor Ray Pratt who brightened days with piano and vocal talent. The music department expresses that he will be missed and never forgotten by those who knew him. BENJY ANTOUN ARTBUMP
Essay discusses the growing influence of aides volunteers and media in shaping Congress. It notes many staff and supporters behind lawmakers, their unseen work, and how public statements may reflect advisers rather than the elected official. It cites Adam Clayton Powell era and questions transparency in representation.
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