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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1965
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation. It operates from 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont, serving as the local newspaper for the region.
The piece notes Kennedy's words on Dean Rusk reveal a derisive portrait. It cites Schlesinger and Kraft, who portray Rusk as inscrutable and flawed, contrasting the secretary’s technical skill with a perceived leadership weakness.
Kraft portrays Rusk as hesitant and non confrontational on key issues while Schlesinger recalls his Buddha like calm. The piece notes Kennedy’s reported desire to replace him and speculates Johnson may share the view, yet a mid crisis replacement seems unlikely.
Editor notes that outdoor reading space at the Bennington Free Public Library will honor Bradford Smith of Shaftsbury, elevating the library into a standout in New England and beautifying Bennington. Also praised Project Head Start coverage and reflects on habeas corpus cases and judicial fairness.
The Burlington Free Press notes Vermont commissioner of Banking and Insurance Robert Cummings resigns his post. It highlights Bennington Democrat Ben as a bright young face in Hoff administration, praising public service potential while noting that exceptional talents often leave state government for better opportunities.
Perspective on Harold Wilson’s ten months in office highlights tension with Labour left wing, Viet Nam policy, and unions. It notes Britain as Sick Man of Europe with slow productivity, rising profits, and a looming autumn financial crisis. Telegraphing that the real battle is within Labour and the need for urgent reform.
New York report on Senator J William Fulbright condemning Young Americans for Freedom. The piece notes YAF’s past praise from Barry Goldwater Mike Mansfield and Eisenhower and references their Connecticut chapters aiding Senator Tom Dodd’s autumn vote.
The Burlington region editorials argue Vermont must raise education funding and teacher pay, noting current local tax spending on schools exceeds two thirds while federal funds for salaries are sent away. They compare pediatrician and teacher pay, urging higher teacher and professor wages to reflect educational value. The piece also touches on national policy issues around education funding and parochial school debates.
Gov Rockefeller’s decision to stay out of the presidential contest shifted New York GOP dynamics. Javits and Nixon pledged support, boosting Rockefeller against a reduced anti Rockefeller movement. Upstate polls and tax timing factor into the governor’s looming 1966 gubernatorial campaign and legislative contests.
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