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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 125 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial notes a national push to raise the mandatory retirement age from 65 to 70. It cites growing senior numbers, organized advocacy, and inflationary pressure, with Congress and state legislatures moving toward delaying compulsory retirement. It also hints at pension strains and lawmakers’ own age.
The piece argues against a government push to raise retirement age to 70, warning it could freeze capable workers and curb young talent while reducing job opportunities. It favors phased retirement like Sweden with flexible pensions and part time work, noting unions have yet to push such reforms.
The Barre City Council plans a sponsored newsletter echoing former Bennington selectmen Tim Corcoran. Officials favor public relations over full minutes, offering entertainment with photos and dialogue while warning sanitized Barre affairs may weaken news value. If readers want real detail, they should read the newspaper.
Public health officials in Montville New Jersey draft a licensing plan for horseback riders after complaints of horses tearing up fields. The note jokes about license plates on horses and questions the need for regulation.
The Valley News argues impeachment of Gov. Thomson should be halted. It contends that partisan motion would divert legislature from urgent work and harm New Hampshire, labeling impeachment as an emotion driven non issue in state affairs.
The piece argues that impeachment efforts now would be wasted if the governor seeks a fourth term, urging supporters to begin early in backing a better candidate and mobilizing voters next year. It notes a failed impeachment can bolster the targeted official and mentions a TV executive pledging drastic steps to curb violence.
A Letter To The Editor criticizes a previous column alleging a metric con in liquor bottling. The writer notes many imports use 1.75 liter bottles and observes half-gallon packaging is common among American brands lacking clear volume marks. The letter argues against narrow views and defends broader perspectives on packaging.
A reader criticizes a column on capitalism and socialism for weak arguments and poor research. They challenge the labeling and unit conversions used, asserting stronger points exist and pointing to a misprinted 59.2 ounces versus liters to gallons as a concrete example. The letter laments the column’s lack of backing and urges better argumentation.
Richard Franck of Bennington argues the Banner article misrepresented lead paint at Bennington Day Care noting only two walls contained lead paint years ago and that chipped surfaces pose risks. He says the $30 weekly fee is center set, not state mandated, reflecting market affordability and requests a more sophisticated newspaper debate.
A visitor from Riverside New Jersey recounts a Sunday car break in during a trip to the city on October 2. The thief stole a cassette recorder several tapes and a pocketwatch given as a best man gift. The writer notes the syrup bottle was left untouched and expresses dismay at the crude disregard for property.
Dr Abraham and Sylvia Moskowitz express deep appreciation to the planning group and well-wishers for making Sept 25 a memorable day. They call Bennington a wonderful place to live and raise a family and thank dear friends for their kindness. 111 Elm St.
A couple describes lush roses in England during summer and September beds near Tom's cousin's home. They visit the Royal Horticultural Society show behind Vincent Square and the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, noting popular cultivars such as Silver Jubilee, Queen Elizabeth, and Fragrant Cloud.
The piece argues two thirds of the Senate relies on public memory, enabling the gas and oil lobby to thwart the President's energy plan while the House approves it. It cites Carter on deregulation costs, Jackson's budget study showing a $10 billion annual hit and only 5 percent extra gas from deregulation, and warns of higher consumer prices.
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