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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1977
Page
7
Readers report home odors from septic tank gas and vent pipes rising to roof level. A fix is extending the vent to at least two feet above the roof. Check traps under sinks and tubs for water seals, and inspect wax seals and toilet connections for leaks. Other tips cover furnace ventilation, varnish on laminate, dripping faucets, and crawl space venting guidelines.
The Bennington town clerk records May 13 to May 26 transfers: Lloyd Bevins to AOK Business Services for $32,000 at 346-352 North Branch St. Bruce Levinsky to Bennington D.C. Inc. for $1,578,000 at Dewey Street. Wilkinson to Lasher for $49,000 at 2 Bard Terrace. Whitaker to Grace Burton for $11,500 on Rice Lane. Becker to Hulse for $34,500 on Squaw Hill Road. Fienberg to Sleeman for $5,500 at 809 Main St rear warehouse. Bohne to Boissonnault for $7,800 at Apple Hill Harwood Hill. Studwell to Dimne for $49,500 at 6 Pine Circle East. Bohne to Scherad for $5,700 at Apple Hill. Lasher to Corcoran for $23,000 on Depot Street. Gerspach to Capella for $2,500 in Autumn Acres. Fales to Fritz for $36,500 at 605 Jefferson Heights. Tyler to Janosek for $26,500 at 109 Dewey St. Frost to Watson for $30,000 house and $56,000 commercial at 196 and 198 North St. Hogan to Snow for $23,000 at Lafayette Street. First Vermont Bank to Harrington for $17,500 at Fairlawn Park.
The piece urges disciplined finances for all income levels and warns that high earners can mismanage money. It promotes budgeting as the first step and advises timely checks on plumbing and heating, plus air conditioning, with contact details for J.H. Winslow Plumbing & Heating Supply Co. and business hours listed.
David F. Smith of Rutland Vermont testifies before the House Commerce Committee energy subcommittee about saving hundreds on home energy by shifting usage to off peak times. His family’s experiment with Central Vermont Public Service showed savings of 100 to 248 dollars across three winters, aided by an automatic control system and adjustments to heating and appliances.
A new public interest law firm in New England plans to defend economic growth and jobs against anti development campaigns. Edward J. King announced the effort at the Park Plaza Hotel, highlighting offshore drilling, nuclear power, and coal conversion as key issues. Harrison Fitch described the foundation as representing broad public interests and filing amicus briefs in cases challenging growth. The group will seek donations from taxpayers, property owners, unions, and corporations to support litigation and advocacy in the region.
In Numazu, Japan, Toki Imamura bathes from solar heat after sunny days. More than a million homes already use solar to heat water, with several dozen buildings expanding to heat, humidify, and cool spaces. Early costs are high, but maintenance is low and fuel bills drop. Roofs show many solar units and weather awareness rises as panels absorb sun.
The Bennington Chamber of Commerce thanks Boy Scouts Troop 393 led by Kendall Adams and 4 H clubs under Jackie Boyd for Green Up Day cleanups. Bicentennial planning is led by John Proud, Bruce Beh, and Roger Jewett with Louis Bellemare chairing ideas for decorations and 18th century costumes. Volunteers including Jim Ross, Jim Horrigan, Doug Krause, Gary Forrest, Gene Irons, Fred Parker, Will Goyette, and Dave Corey are acknowledged for driving 1977 activities and events.
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