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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1976
Page
4
The Bennington Banner published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont on Friday May 14 1976. It notes daily publication except Sundays and holidays and lists the office address.
Vermont moves to finally enforce its Outdoor Advertising Law with eight years of gradual action. The public reaction is muted as billboards come down, and observers evoke Ogden Nash to celebrate the natural view returning to country roads. Hidden greenery and home scenery are praised as Vermont begins to reveal trees long unseen.
Spiro Agnew surfaces in public life as the author of a Washington novel. He promotes The Canfield Decision at TV studios and on Today, attacking the press and invoking Zionist influence while facing questions about Maryland politics and past payoffs. He mouths his lines into a tape recorder and seeks media glare for an $8.95 Playboy Press release.
Editor notes a Saturday tribute in Bennington for Mary Hodeck and Ruby Van Santvoord. The piece praises their behind the scenes party work, calls for cross party goodwill, and paints a tranquil Main Street scene with blossoms, flags, and a hopeful mood amid election tensions.
A Bennington area churches congress announces a June 7 meeting open to the public to discuss alcohol and drug education in schools. A panel led by Christine Shumway will present, with the program addressing concerns about the Genocide Treaty and world government.
Mt Anthony Union High School faces questions over a parent signature requirement for report cards. Principal explains past attempts, forgery issues, and three potential paths: maintain current practice, pursue full signature system, or invite interested parents to contact guidance. He notes no school board policy vote occurred and that an invitation to discuss grades extended to Mrs Stroffoleno.
Philip N. Schuyler writes from Westport Conn about his lifelong love of gardening that started with tales of his grandfather and a Civil War era patch. He lists crops grown this season including asparagus onions scallions potatoes and peas with plans for corn peppers and tomatoes by Decoration Day. He notes time passes quickly and the garden will lie dormant again while inviting readers to enjoy gardening. David Chesteldine of Bennington adds a note urging support for dump pickers as a cheap landfill solution.
A Montpelier correspondent criticizes William Safire for years of partisan commentary. The writer admits a shift after Safire praised John Mitchell and attacked Katzenbach and Clark via the Church Committee coverage, expressing renewed energy for literary decency.
Republican candidate Richard Snelling argues Vermont manufacturers profit from a dependable workforce and modest energy and transportation costs. He contends Vermont can grow a strong, Switzerland-like manufacturing base while countering negative regional image with factual data.
Olive Emma Pitkin and Selma M. Fienberg, both Bennington pupils, claim first and second in a state spelling contest in Montpelier. Richard Williams wins top prize for largest trout in a local fishing contest run by Economy Auto. A N.E. Tel and Tel rep shows moving pictures at Bennington College on telephone history and networks. TAB magazine features Barn Dance in Shaftsbury with local musicians. DAR winner Patricia Sauer earns the prize for her essay What America Means To Me. Stanley R. Pike named comptroller of Bennington College, succeeding Myra Jones. Bennington officials seek federal help for a water system expansion. Hospital adds a research lab wing in a $45,451 contract to Morrissey Inc. Local piano students plan charity concerts for a proposed park and recreation area, with Jean Mackey and Bruce Fuller among 47 performers.
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