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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1976
Page
2
Boston University dean Peter Gabriel of the School of Management resigns effective Aug. 31 amid conflicts with BU President John R. Silber. Gabriel cites silber’s administration as counterproductive in a statement to trustees.
Passamaquoddy and Penobscot tribes win federal protection after decades of exclusion and may sue Maine in Portland for return of vast wilderness lands or monetary damages. Court ruling directs federal action to determine land ownership while confirming eligibility for federal services.
Florida prosecutors face a three month hiatus in capital punishment after the Supreme Court ruling on June 29 1972. With no capital crimes during that period murders fell under a two year statute of limitations. Attorney General Shevin confirms prosecutions for murders in Florida between June 29 and Oct 1 1972 are barred.
United Press International reports San Francisco's Muni drivers vote to return to work if two anti labor proposals are removed from the June ballot, with Board of Supervisors awaiting response. In New York City, apartment strike negotiators resume talks after mayoral meeting as hospital workers vote to strike May 24 amid budget cuts. Other labor actions include UPS Teamsters talks and NBC libel suit amid nationwide disruptions.
West Virginia Governor Arch Moore and aide William Loy were found not guilty of conspiring to extort 25 000 dollars from a loan company president. Jurors said the government witness testimony did not prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Moore thanked supporters and said he never lost faith in an innocent verdict. Loy planned to return to Martinsburg to resume his law practice.
A lone gunman rifled Sue Valle's home in Newton after a holdup at Valle's Steak House owner. He escaped with jewelry valued at about 50,000 dollars, 1,000 dollars in cash, and a new car after binding Mrs Valle with surgical tape during a 30 minute search. She was unhurt and alerted police before 11 am.
Rhode Island racing officials blame outside competition for falling attendance and revenue at Lincoln Downs and Narragansett Park. They cite Boston accessibility and nearby tracks in Massachusetts and Connecticut as major factors while lawmakers consider a 2 percent boost in daily betting handle. The Racing and Athletics Commission may impose 30 day seasons without major renovations, as Gov. Noel discusses a $13.1 million expansion plan for Narragansett. A Friday hearing will review the tracks appeal for more racing days.
The Federal Trade Commission ordered Chrysler Corp to stop making fuel economy claims unless test results are fully and accurately reflected in ads. The rare cease and desist targets Dodge Dart and Plymouth Duster promotions that compared to the Chevrolet Nova, omitting that some Novas with different engines showed better mpg.
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