Ford eyes active GOP role amid 1980 run hints
Former President Gerald Ford says he will take an active role in Republican politics through 1978 and possibly run in 1980. He met with congressional leaders and GOP officials in Washington and plans to campaign around the country. Brock notes Ford’s first major activity will be a May 19 fundraising dinner in D C.
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Nuclear waste bill gains House support in Vermont
In Montpelier the Vermont House gave preliminary approval to a bill asserting legislative authority over any new nuclear waste reprocessing or storage facility. The measure mirrors a prior law requiring legislative consent for nuclear plants, but exempts the Vermont Yankee plant at Vernon from the new provisions.
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Vermont Senate passes obscene display ban bill
The Vermont Senate approved a bill banning sale or public display of patently offensive obscene materials to adults and minors on a 24 to 4 vote after hours of debate. Critics warned of court challenges citing First Amendment rights, while supporters said the measure targets adult bookstores in Berlin Pownal Rutland and Williston. The bill advances to final Senate action next week amid other actions including a study committee on the attorney general and a mental health commissioner construction plan expected to finish by midsummer.
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Vermont TV crew films kids world segment and maple syrup tour
A two man crew filmed a five minute Kids World segment on sugaring at Danforth farm in North Rupert and Austin Romney's with Arden asking questions. The project also captured jack jump riding at Bromley Mountain with 10 year old Sandy Thomas conducting interviews for upcoming airings.
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Unions Press for Details on Alleged Misuse of Compensation
Union president George Rogers and secretary Alfred G Buell asked for specific abuse instances the circumstances and whether union members were involved in a letter call. They also questioned how alleged misuse of compensation was allowed. Savelas said a meeting with the insurance company is set for Monday to review Bennington's experience rating and individual cases.
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Vermont Eyes Grand Jury Action On Major Crime Task Force
Montpelier memo signals a grand jury review as Vermont officials back a Diamond proposed major crime task force. The plan, with an accountant on the five member team, aims to counter a lack of current statewide economic crime capability, backed by state prosecutors sheriffs and police leaders.
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Carter to Meet Assad in May Amid Peace Hopes
President Carter said Arab leaders want peace more than earlier leaders and noted potential progress in 1977 after his May visit to London for an economic summit and NATO talks. He also reiterated no plans for wage price controls in the anti inflation package to be announced soon.
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Cuba Talks Move Toward Restored Relations From Page Liberations
The New York talks began Thursday with undisclosed location and participants. Brown called the session businesslike and described it as a potential first step toward reestablishing full diplomatic relations between the two sides.
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Buckley Urges Legislature to Reclaim Traffic Fine Authority
Buckley called for the legislature to reclaim sole authority over traffic ticket fines and proposed that the state retain all collected funds, distributing them only to towns demonstrating need. The remarks framed a shift in control over revenue from local to state level.
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Blue Law repeal dies in Vermont House
In Montpelier Vermont the House failed to revive efforts to repeal the Sunday Blue Laws due to little pressure. House General Committee Chairman John Murphy said action on the bill is postponed this year while a Senate bill remains pending.
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Bennington Briefs and Local Notices
Bennington brief items include Napolitano's Pizzeria offering pizza with love and quality ingredients at 165 Ben Mont with phone 442 3949. ADV. Paul’s Fish Fry season opening. bee John Faraci Real Estate Course covers Vermont salesmen broker exam details beginning March 29 in Bennington, nine weekly sessions, $65, call 362 2971. Today Cub Scout Troop 345 kite flying contest at Willow Park with postponement if storm. Elks Family Day on Sunday March 27 funds for March of Dimes with dinner, open house, and pricing.
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