National Grangers adopt resolutions at annual session
At the 107th annual National Grange session in Lincoln from November 12 to 20 delegates from 38 states adopted resolutions on conservation roads and energy. They urged Congress to develop new energy sources and to report fuel shortages, support state water rights, and study pollution control. They backed highway safety, seat belt use, and elimination of tolls in the Interstate System while opposing non highway funds. They called for tax reform to shift burdens and proposed raising the federal estate tax exemption from 60 000 to 100 000.
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Courses in electronic music and ornithology at Eth Allen CC
Two new winter quarter courses at Eth Allen Community College in Manchester Center will cover ornithology and electronic music. Ornithology focuses on bird adaptation and population dynamics with field identification, taught by Tom Will of Londonderry. Electronic music offers practical introduction to forms history and methodology with listening and critique. For details contact 310 Bonnet St Manchester Center or call 362-3588.
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Carpenter sentenced to eight years in aunt murder case
Peter J. Carpenter of Hoosick Falls was sentenced by Rensselaer County Court to eight and one third to 25 years for the strangulation death of his 75 year old aunt Ruth R. Marvin. The plea of first degree manslaughter replaced murder charges. Carpenter spoke inaudibly. his attorney and the district attorney offered differing interpretations. The judge considered psychiatric reports and possible treatment options. The piece also notes Pownal Valley Snowgoers meeting results including officers elected, a patch design approved, and a New Year’s Eve party planned at the North Pownal Firehouse with tickets at five dollars per couple.
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Margaret Mattison
Rober Lawson
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Dick Gagnon
Jack Kelly
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Berkshire Symphony to Premiere Barrow Sinfonia Concertante
Williamstown Massachusetts Friday night 8:30 at Thompson Memorial Chapel the Berkshire Symphony presents the premiere of Robert Barrow's Sinfonia Concertante. Barrow Williams College Music Department has had pieces performed by Berkshire Symphony in 1968 and by other orchestras including Albany New Haven Tucson and WQXR.
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Oregon Governor Mccall Eyes 1976 Presidential Run
Oregon Governor Tom McCall says he is weighing a 1976 presidential bid to appeal to disgruntled Republicans Democrats and independents. He could seek a third party role similar to George Wallace in 1968 with more appearances planned. The article also notes a Barrow concert program featuring Brahms Serenade in D Major and Beethoven Symphony No. 8 with tickets available at the door and free admission for sponsored students and children under twelve.
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Gala to raise funds for Versailles restoration
Paris hosts a fund raising gala at Versailles drawing about 700 U S and French socialites to raise 100000 for restoration of the 17th century palace. Baroness Marie Helene de Rothschild organized the event with fashion shows by Yves Saint Laurent and others, featuring Liza Minnelli and French entertainers.
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Vermont official reiterates plan to raise liquor tax
Human Services Secretary Thomas-Wednesday urged a tax hike on a fifth of liquor before Gov. Salmon's panel. Davis backed increasing the liquor tax by 8 cents to help fund services, citing alcohol links to over half of welfare and most corrections problems, plus a share of state care cases from alcoholic parents.
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Green Mountain Power seeks No 2 fuel oil at Berlin plant
The state’s second-largest utility asks the Public Service Board for permission to burn No 2 home heating fuel at its 50,000 kilowatt Berlin gas turbine plant, reversing a 1971 certification that allowed only No 1 fuel. The board may consult air quality officials before ruling, citing a shortage of higher grade fuel.
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Church reconstruction deemed commercial development by board
The state Environmental Board ruled that a Highgate Center church reconstruction project is a commercial or industrial development under Act 250. Church officials sought a ruling on land development controls, and the board said the project requires a permit for environmental regulation purposes.
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Chelsea Wins EPA Grant for Wastewater Upgrades
Chelsea Vermont receives 344200 from the U S Environmental Protection Agency for a new secondary treatment facility ejector station force main and interceptor sewers. EPA regional administrator John A S McGlennon announced the funding and project scope.
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Shoreham man named to Mt Independence board
Robert J. MaGuire of Shoreham is reappointed by Gov. Salmon to a six year term on the Mt. Independence Association board of trustees in Orwell. During his first term the Mt. Independence site was designated a national historic landmark by the U.S. Interior Department.
State Investigation Commission urges Albany police reforms
The report from the State Investigation Commission calls for an internal affairs unit to combat corruption in the Albany Police Department, expands the narcotics squad, and boosts officer salaries after nine days of hearings in September and October. It cites "astonishing evidence" of burglaries, larcenies, and payoffs by officers, violating the public trust.
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Wall-Streeter Shoe Co to Cease Manufacturing in Berkshire
Down in Berkshire North Adams the Wall-Streeter Shoe Co will end manufacturing operations this week, citing imports as the cause. Pres Robert E Wall said the firm will remain in existence, having reduced workforce from 410 at peak to 150 now, with history of 1912 founding and 1960s peak.
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