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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1977
Page
10
A vivid snapshot of Belfast under the Troubles, detailing daily fear and numb acceptance. Neighbors describe distrustful glances, bomb threats, soldiers on patrol, and the emotional toll on residents and families. Citizens recount personal losses, disrupted routines, and the psychological weight of ongoing violence.
The speaker describes fire drills and bomb scare fears, urging fast escape from buildings. She notes older people like her father would not tolerate trouble, expressing uncertainty about preventing it while stressing orderly exits and safety.
In Leningrad the illegal barter network grows as officials, doctors, store managers, and teachers trade favors for services and scarce goods. A doctor buys private favors with access to auto parts, meat, and medical care while residents avoid lines and wait times by establishing personal contacts to obtain essentials and barter for skilled labor. The system thrives as shortages persist and the regime largely turns a blind eye.
The United States and the Soviet Union announced a grain shipping agreement allowing U.S. flag vessels to transport 3.9 million tons of grain to Russia at 16.47 dollars per ton. The deal, finalized in Moscow March 21 to 25, covers future shipments and sets a rate of 16 dollars per ton for volumes beyond 3.9 million tons.
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