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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1973
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 05201.
Shaftsbury faces a revote next Tuesday on whether to rescind the July 12 decision to extend the commercial zone along Route 7 for a cheese house in a residential area. Proponents urge a yes to keep the historic Center Shaftsbury district residential, arguing the town already has ample commercial space and warning against further development.
Franklin Frantz of Woodford voices support for Gov Salmon, criticizing Mrs Farrington’s remarks as tyrannical and praising the governor for honesty and growth focus. He argues against real estate speculation, cites rising taxes with insufficient income, and asserts Salmon defends select employment opportunities amid growth.
As revenue sharing enters its second year, Bennington and nearby towns allocate funds to recreation, administration, and consumer services while cutting back support for social programs. Officials resist aiding the disadvantaged, preserving tax cuts largely through reappraisal, and critics warn the needy receive little benefit from Washington’s program. Newsday
To the Editor the writer warns against extending the Route 7 commercial area into Ruege property fears include breaking Shaftsbury zoning aims preventing a continuous “what not” strip. It argues a Yes vote preserves residential use and views, avoids a Bennington Flats precedent, cites consequences for the Historical Society and cemetery, and notes deadline restrictions ahead of Mt Anthony election.
Dr. Herrell DeGraff, president of the American Meat Institute, notes the United States uses about 6 percent of the world population yet consumes around 30 percent of global red meat. He doubts continued privilege is sustainable.
An informal survey by the Chamber of Commerce of the United States identifies local concerns nationwide. Top items include jobs and skills training, quality of life, government controls and downtown improvement, with professional participation and regional cooperation highlighted. Vermont chapters expand membership to include professors, legislators, and nurses, signaling broader community engagement.
An informal Vermont column recalls Tunbridge Fair sights and humor including a one room schoolhouse, contra dancers on a dusty platform, and a steam crosscut saw. A Ferris wheel moment with a brother, then Jacques Barn dancing near Huntington features Minnie and a rough but courteous bow. The writer hints at back road parking tales to come.
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