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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1975
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial notes a Massachusetts measure going into effect April 1 that requires any person carrying a firearm outside the home or in a car to have a police permit. It threatens a one year prison term for illegal possession and warns Vermont travelers that the law applies to out-of-staters as well.
Guest editorial argues Massachusetts gun law boosts owner responsibility awareness through police outreach and a one year mandatory sentence for illegal carrying. It notes a public campaign and possible disposal of unwanted firearms as a stated aim of reducing handgun risks.
The commentary questions the impact of a stringent firearms law, arguing judges must weigh punishment after guilt. It notes doubt the measure reduces gun violence or home-type homicides, cites public support for tougher rules, and urges political courage to curb gun ownership outright.
Editors note praises Supt George A Sleeman for a new five year contract approved by Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union directors. The vote signals district confidence in his leadership and achievements beyond a typical four year term.
The 1972 Congress amendment boosted Social Security benefits by 20 percent and altered economic assumptions, triggering fears of near bankruptcy by 1980. Automatic increases tied to inflation outpace wage growth, risking insufficient funds. lawmakers face tough choices on future benefits or taxes as projections suggest costs could consume a larger share of pay.
Deerleap Furniture Co in Bristol Vermont embodies the state’s wood products niche. Clayton LaDeau and his son Brian run a small plant with about six full time workers, selling largely out of state through a Bristol store and showroom. The firm emphasizes local timber, modest scale, and tourism driven demand from travelers and international clients.
Lawrence E. Harrington writes to The Banner objecting to two satellite education programs. He argues they fail to reduce dropouts, underperform academically, and divert funds from core curriculum. Harrington compares it to Albany Street Academy and cites funding gaps and eligibility concerns.
A poem by Helena Shevlen Moore titled Bennington recalls Mary explaining flower meanings to Jesus a young boy. It links lilies to purity violets to truth daisies to confidence pansies to friendship and notes Him plucking a bleeding heart, reflecting gentle moral lessons.
A letter urges that every life has a decisive moment when one chooses Christ as Savior and guide. It cites Billy Sunday and St. Augustine as examples and contrasts worldly fame with spiritual renewal. The piece emphasizes personal responsibility, repentance, and following Jesus, ending with a call to return to faith at 214 Union St.
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