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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1977
Page
5
Washington columnist Richard L. Strout discusses proposals to abolish the Electoral College, tracing history from 19th and 20th century debates, noting support and opposition from figures and groups, and illustrating how direct popular vote could have altered past elections including 1884 and 1976.
A broad overview explains cancer as many diseases over 200 types with varied causes. Emphasizes early detection through pelvic exams and pap smears, colon cancer screening, and advances in surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, noting long development times for new drugs and the unlikely prospect of a single universal cure.
Lt Governor's Newsletter reviews rapid Senate actions this week. Health and Welfare sent S 45 adoption reform S 99 social policy council and S 121 to curb Tooth Fairy laws. S 79 would widen mental health commissioner qualifications to MD or psychologist. Finance and Judiciary panels outlined bills on taxes, energy, and guardianship, with the lottery and unemployment revisions looming. The writer urges readers to contact senators, promising more updates as session progresses.
Keven F Ryan of Bennington writes from Mt. Anthony Union High School expressing sympathy over principal Eugene P. Smith’s resignation. He praises Smith as a kind, approachable leader who aided math students and deserved more support to adjust, urging readers to recognize his good points for the school’s best interests.
March 25 1937 report notes the first bluebirds spotted by Harry Ridlon of Old Bennington while Vermont motorists rush to renew licenses before March 31. A Nash coupe skids near the Governor Robinson bridge and crashes onto the golf links. Post 13 Bennington American Legion Auxiliary earns best group of 1951. Maple sap season faces wintry weather but Jason Bitensky’s Village Nook keeps syrup flowing. Over 100 workers protest at Warren Wire Co dismissing Terry Carey. Three Burr and Burton students appear on Little Red Schoolhouse show. Historical fires and disasters are recalled for context.
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