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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1977
Page
4
The Bennington Banner publishes daily except Sundays and holidays. It is produced by the Banner Publishing Corporation, located at 125 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
Editorial lauds Bennington for a 247000 federal grant to acquire the Leader block area on Pleasant Street for a future elderly housing project. Bennington Housing Authority to lead construction efforts, addressing a waiting list and rising housing costs, with hopes for a nearby park and better aid for low and middle income residents.
The press secretary admits that attempts to smear Sen Charles H Percy were inappropriate and dumb. He leaked intel on Percys alleged plane use and campaign reimbursements, though Bell and Howell never owned a plane and Percys check showed full reimbursement. The Lance affair strains the Carter administration.
Editorial discusses Forest Service plan to designate 1 053 000 acre Boundary Waters wilderness in northeastern Minnesota with motorized access limited to buffer areas. It prioritizes canoeing and hiking over boats and snowmobiles, arguing such uses protect quiet and privacy. Mentioned reactions from Minnesota industries and local readers add context. Kathleen Percey Sawyer, Bennington.
A reader objects to a recent Banner editorial, arguing that a rebuilt Route 7 would better serve Vermonters, especially Bennington County residents, than a costly new Super 7. The letter urges overdue improvements at a fraction of the cost.
Leigh Seddon of Vermont Public Interest Research Group argues against a costly new Super 7 highway. He cites Route 9 and routes 67 and 346 in Bennington County as needing upgrades, claiming funds should instead fix existing critical roads to protect farmland and local commerce.
A reader’s reminiscence recalls a St. Peter's Rectory woodshed at 211 School St Vermont. The author recounts dark spaces, a coal bin, and clotheslines, then details a personal memory of corporal punishment by Rev. Philip Schuyler. The letter ends with identifying details and a location in Westport Connecticut.
Quotes from Tom Swafford of the National Association of Broadcasters criticize mass media for cheap shots at radio and TV. The piece contrasts this with Robert T. Pittman of the St. Petersburg Times stressing readers seek recognition as individuals who can participate and have opinions.
Anonymous note recalls childhood walks along a railroad line once a retreat for sunsets and quiet study of nature. Now the track lies buried beneath shattered mirrors and debris left by anonymous vagabonds, reflecting a harsh reality. Steve Rice.
The piece traces the revival of local hydropower in New England viewers from 18th century mills to modern debates. It notes dams faded after central plants rose, then hints at reusing small hydro via Ball Mountain and Dummerston, while stressing watershed health and flood management as critical to viable local power.
Reporter Carl Bernstein cites CIA links with American journalism in the 1950s and 60s, alleging information sharing and friendly cover. Denials from Time, New York Times, AP, and UPI clash with Maitland's NYT commentary praising possible cooperation and urging less stigma.
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