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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1965
Page
3
The Wassicks add a beagle puppy named Nibbles to their home. The author, never fond of pets, narrates the playful chaos of puppy life, noting the dog’s antics, the kids’ reactions, and the competing responsibility between husband and wife as they adjust to the new family member.
A nostalgic memoir recalls childhood summers at the fair, embroideries, and homemade treats. The narrator remembers a pillow with a blue eyed figure, the porch, a phoebe nest, and the thrill of fair day rituals from midcentury rural life. The piece reflects on changing times, fading traditions, and the enduring symbol of a blue ribbon embroidered on a pillow.
Entrants in the Rotary sponsored Bennington to Proctor train excursion wore century old gowns and bonnets from Miss Phyllis Coburn collection. Frances Crozier Annette Belisle Greta McCabe Hazel MacDonald led in period dress with various accessories as judges weighed prize awards amid lively interest along the line.
A detailed weekly school lunch plan lists Monday through Friday meals across multiple weeks. Dishes include oven fried chicken, sloppy Joes, vegetable soups, fish, beef dishes, casseroles, vegetables, fruits, breads, and milk, with desserts and salads scattered throughout.
Five area meetings on housework topics are listed with dates and venues across North Bennington Manchester Pownal and Arlington. A Vermont consumer problems day at the University of Vermont features Gov Hoff, Dr Severance, Rev McEwan and Esther Peterson with panels on the consumer family and who should speak for the consumer. The Vermont fashion look for fall emphasizes the total look with coordinated outfits, bold colors, accessories, belts, hats, shoes, and simple upgrades to existing wardrobes for 1965.
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