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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1975
Page
5
The text argues that modern identity seeks arise from three paths. Some people join homogeneous groups to define self while preserving personal growth within limits. Others pursue extreme individualism and self worth through independence and power. A final path identifies with humanity, seeking to leave the world better and to harmonize self with all humankind. The piece cites Lucan and emphasizes benevolence and respect for others.
A Maine narrator recalls a flooded encounter with a Massachusetts driver George Ouellette who sought help during a Labor Day weekend. The piece explores square roots Pythagoras and tape measures versus computers, ending with a reflection on traditional carpentry. A rainstorm, a tent, and a foundry visit frame the anecdote about measuring diagonals and squaring buildings.
A humorous sketch weighs a Texas gas export ban, Maine lobster limits, and Kentucky bourbon rules. It suggests regional restrictions could spark shortages, while DC elections and campaign promises loom as satirical consequences. The piece ends noting all regions covet others goods and sharesies avoid bleaker life.
Soaring costs of raising a child and sending a public college student to college are cited as drivers of shrinking American family sizes. esti mates from economists place the total cost for middle income families at 54 000 to 75 000 in current prices, including 35 000 in foregone wages by mothers. College costs are around 3 500 on average, with public college bills up to 4 000 annually.
Ten years ago this week in Bennington County a range of local items appeared. Students earned six dollars monthly through a National Youth Administration program handling moving books and operating a mimeograph. A Bennington Flats incident saw Erving Carpenter lose a horse after his team spooked by gravel being shoveled at Haynes Corners. The federal government granted forty five thousand dollars to build new county buildings on a new site. Village trustees approved continuing fire protection with Old Bennington at a flat rate of twelve hundred dollars yearly. Over half a million dollars was transferred to Putnam Memorial Hospital from proceeds of the village water system bequested by Henry W. Putnam. Elizabeth Dwyer of North Bennington was named the Vermont Education Association Laymen’s Award recipient. The Vermont Supreme Court cleared the path for removal orders against billboards by Maurice Callahan and Sons. Evergreen plantings near Cole Hall will memorialize William A. Myers, longtime Shaftsbury selectman who died April 13. Historic notes recalled include Antioch College’s 1853 opening, the first non sectarian college to grant equal opportunities. Earlier milestones recalled 1921 World Series radio broadcast, 1972 Mexican train derailment, and 1973 Middle East fighting claims.
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