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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1963
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.
The piece argues Vermont faces Bircher-like activity and warns of how right wing groups gain power in small states. It cites Marquis Childs on liberal figures in Wyoming and a Montana MSU professor’s clash with right wing leadership, noting Welch’s claim of 48 state chapters and questioning Vermont involvement in tax policy debate.
The piece accuses Vermont lawmakers and local groups of tolerating and spreading extremist messages. It cites Rep. Roger MacBride of Halifax linked to Birchers, a Derby Line flyer called American Concept by C. E. Rice, praise for John Birch, and opposition to communist influence. Critics warn of potential infiltration and urge vigilance to prevent a Wyoming or Montana–style takeover.
An argument for installing a direct teletype circuit between Washington and Moscow to prevent accidental war. The piece notes Cuba crisis communication gaps and argues a hot line could reduce the risk, benefiting both nations. It ends with a cultural aside about radio shows and conversation.
The 1958 Senate class faces a 1964 test withWyoming as a case study. Gale McGee seeks re election while right wing money and the John Birch Society influence push to block liberal incumbents, with the state legislature adopting Birch backed resolutions and amendments.
A letter lauds A John Holden for refusing to teach communism in Civil Defense courses and praises Gov Hoff and Harold Raynolds. The writer urges public schooling to address controversial topics like Girls State, rightist influence, and U.S. government policy while noting Farm Bureau support and media ties to right-wing figures.
Sylvia Porter argues the 1962 Manpower Act falls short due to an obsolete vocational system. She cites Horton and Chase condemning curriculums, facilities, and literacy gaps, urging regional surveys and a national skills inventory to align training with demand.
AP reports Wheeling Steel shifts to a selective price increase averaging six dollars a ton amid rising demand. Analysts note it may be a trial balloon with potential wider rollout if customers and government react favorably.
A fragment recounts J F K praising Justice Frankfurter on his 80th birthday and notes a witty exchange about matching ages with Eamon de Valera. The piece, quoting Jerome Beatty Jr. and FG Kernan, blends letters and parade humor with a card shop anecdote about a “nice young man” slapped last night.
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