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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1964
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington, Vermont.
The joint Johnson Khrushchev declaration signals resolve to ease Cold War tensions. It notes no military impact since uranium and plutonium stocks exceed needs, while the pledge lowers enriched uranium by 15 percent and plutonium by 20 percent, symbolizing trust between powers.
The text argues for cutting production of fissionable materials such as uranium and plutonium, noting it signals a stalemate in the nuclear arms race and aligns with the nuclear test ban spirit. It calls for adapting foreign policy to trust and leverage global changes while maintaining defense capacity.
A commentary argues against government mandated Bible readings in public schools. It cites 1962 and 1963 Supreme Court rulings and warns that changing the First Amendment would threaten religious liberty, noting opposition from major religious bodies.
Quotes from leaders on the shortage of opera houses and music schools, the call for bold student leadership, plus data on contact lens use and safety. A Governor Wallace quote defines racism and segregation.
A former attendee recalls the six week program at Bennington College drawing 50 internationals over 12 years. He describes meetings with students in Europe Asia and the Middle East, views on democracy civil rights and nuclear test bans, and reflects on how Americans abroad are perceived by hosts and colleagues.
The Bobby Baker case sparks debate on government salaries and the cost of living in Washington. Key officials like Walter Heller and Wilbur Cohen face pressure from private offers and high family expenses as a pay rise proposal advances then stalls. The piece argues higher pay could curb outside earnings and reduce influence peddling while stressing the need to attract and keep talent in public service.
Letters urge public to support the American Cancer Society during April Cancer Crusade. They promote seven danger signals, early diagnosis, and annual checkups, plus proctoscopic exam guidance and quitting smoking to cut lung cancer deaths.
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