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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1973
Page
3
Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201. The notice confirms the newspaper's mailing and printing base and standard schedule.
Editorial argues Bennington’s drug issue is serious and growing after two 17 year olds die from barbiturate overdose. Cites police reports, youth outreach, and a letter from 24 Depot Street youths urging community action to confront the crisis.
An editorial argues 65 percent and 83 percent figures are misleading after definitive reappraisal totals. Taxpayers should compare 1972 and 1973 listed valuations, use Grand List half of one percent, and compute 1972 valuation times 7.78 versus 1973 Grand List times 5.76 to determine actual tax impact.
Across Maine home woodworkers seek cedar-stave potato barrels for chair making in Aroostook and whisky barrels along the coast. Smoothed, cut to seat shape, finished and upholstered, barrels cost 10 to 12 dollars. Potato barrels shed dirt easily, whisky barrels may retain odor and need selectivity due to bait-storage use by lobstermen.
Jane P Beebe of East Dorset writes to Manchester town manager defending the use of a police dog. She details her husband Gene Gaiotti’s actions, asserts the dog’s presence helped officers in a dangerous night, and argues for praise over reprimand for the canine aid.
Dick and Teresa Borden of Shalistury praise Marriage Encounter as a path for believers to reaffirm the sacrament of marriage. They urge all practicing Christians to attend, arguing it strengthens faith to oppose secular laws and renews commitment to God, love, and peace.
In a bustling city, two notes on impeachment hint at tension. Rep John Moss pushes for a formal study committee while Speaker Carl Albert contends the action is premature. The piece weighs precedent, powers, and the nation’s mood amid Watergate pressures and mounting indictments.
A poodle and a boxer chat in a comical exchange with a boxing pun. Parade highlights actor Larry Stock and a curious general store moment where a notebook lists men he can whip, leading to a counter with an eraser to remove a name.
A letter to the editor argues against Watergate outrage, praising CIA investigations and likening McGovern backers to enemies of the country. The writer urges medals for Watergate figures Hunt and Liddy and praises CIA methods, urging no arrests for eavesdropping.
A letter to The Banner notes concern over youth drug problems and outlines Emergency Trips in North Adams Massachusetts hotline HELP.LINE operating 24 hours with trained volunteers for confidential calls and crisis visits. It urges starting a Bennington hotline with community support and invites people to a May 17 meeting at the Second Congregational Church.
Liam C DeFor ge REACT unit 17 based in Bennington introduces Radio Emergency Associated Citizens Teams a volunteer group of 16 licensed operators across three states aiding motorists police and fire departments. They operate 24 7 on emergency channel 8 and channel 3 for police and fire calls. Halloween units helped curb vandalism and more units are planned this year with a photo and member names to be mailed to The Banner.
Recreation is built for all residents across ages and genders. The Loomis Dana Sector Recreation Dept welcomes new programs and volunteers to teach arts, drama, music, and sports, aiming to engage idle people with meaningful activities and available facilities.
May 16 marks Senior Citizens Day and a reader submits a poem praising elders. It laments aging yet honors memories and gratitude for a free land, ending with a line about Park Street Extension.
A personal column celebrates the arrival of May with vivid nature scenes. The writer and their dog Caesar explore misty dawns, blooming violets, hobble bushes, and birdlife, recalling how spring revived their routine and appreciation for the Vermont landscape. The piece contrasts spring’s gentleness with chainsaw noise, praising soft colors and fresh life.
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