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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1972
Page
10
At Montpelier hearings on the GOP platform only a handful appeared before Sen. Madeline Harwood and colleagues. Harwood and Luther Hackett discussed platform decisions, with a full convention planned for Sept. 23. Witnesses urged equal rights amendments and stronger conservation funding.
The U S Postal Service expands a policy to assist incumbent Massachusetts legislators with a special mail service. The move aims to streamline official communications and support continued representation amid routine duties.
Vermont plans to seek federal subsidies to bolster commuter air service to smaller communities. The Aeronautics Board will press for hearings this year and insist Allegheny Airlines keeps service to Burlington, with possible routes for Delta. The state seeks direct subsidies to smaller carriers and notes higher fare increases, aiming to build service for Rutland, Montpelier, Springfield and Bennington.
WEST SPRINGFIELD Mass UPI opens the Eastern States Exposition on Governors Day with Student Day free grounds for students and New England governors to attend a conference. Officials discuss fuel oil supplies rail service. Roy Rogers and Dale Evans perform with the Sons of the Pioneers. dairy cattle show auto stunts and cooking demos featured. The fair runs through Sept 24.
Boston reports from UPI indicate federal official John McDowell warned that unscrupulous interstate land dealers prey on hopeful buyers. He cited swamp land, Florida plots promised for retirement, and denied refunds as examples, with hearings planned nationwide to expose risks and educate the public.
More than 200 Humans Against Loud Trucks picketed at Prospect and Austin Streets to stop through traffic on residential streets. Police redirected vehicles as HALT urged a noise control law, curfews, and stricter speed and weight limits. a youth was arrested during the demonstration. Mayor Ackermann backed the protesters and said the city aims to redirect truck traffic despite state law limits.
In Wiscasset Maine Yankee Atomic Power Co faces state criticism for lack of specifics on environmental impact of its hot water discharge into Montaneay Bay. Attorney John Patterson pressed for precise effects while hearings consider post operation studies and a possible license extension and temperature cap adjustments.
Vermont state colleges filed budgets calling for about 12 million dollars in federal and state funding, including 1 million sought for the four colleges and 129000 for the merged regional centers. The Vermont Student Assistance Corp asked for a 1 million increase, while the regional colleges expect 826000 from federal sources.
Brattleboro officials were informed that two village street reconstructions linking the downtown business district with Interstate 91 are low priority for federal funds. Highway Commissioner Gray said funds are tied to an expressway project in the Montpelier area, making Brattleboro unlikely to gain quick consideration.
In Mechanicville a 82-year-old resident, James L. Grimley, was found dead in the Hudson River after police believe he may have attempted suicide. His car was found on the bridge between Mechanicville and Hemstreet Park around 10 p.m. Wednesday with lights on, prompting investigation.
Berkshire brief notes New Ashford will open polls 6 to 8 pm to meet a 10 hour requirement. Town officials say the two hour voting was decided at a town meeting and will be observed. Nearby items include Northern Berkshire Chamber reorganizing, GE Hants union planning a secret ballot, and Hancock recycling efforts.
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