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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1966
Page
12
A gas explosion ripped through a crowded church in Plainview Texas during a choir revival, collapsing roof walls and rubble on more than 150 worshippers. One woman died and 41 were injured as rescuers searched the debris.
Eight rescuers led by Gary Hemming plus two German survivors were flown to safety after a perilous ascent of the Aiguille du Dru. The team camped at the mountain foot, while a church collapse in Texas injured and killed several worshippers during a revival, with many treated for leg injuries.
A Bennington Rescue Squad ambulance was involved in a two car collision on Weeks Street with no injuries to the drivers. The ambulance, a 1965 Cadillac driven by Andre H. Betit, and a 1964 Valiant driven by George Renner, sustained moderate damage. A second mishap on Main Street involved Martha D. Sichel and George L. Ropitzky, causing slight damage to both cars. A third single vehicle crash on Shadowbrook Road off Monument Avenue Extension involved Pat J. Garofano’s 1960 Rambler, which left the road and pulled eight fenceposts, with minor front-end damage.
Smoke at Smokey's Restaurant and Grill prompted one engine to respond to Riv er Street and Ben Mont Avenue around 8 40. Fire Chief Charles Sawyer said a wood fire in a stove caused the alarm with no damage. VFW Auxiliary meets tonight at 8. Parents urged to attend third Parents' Night at Bennington Catholic High School Wednesday at 7 30 with a talent show and arts and crafts display. Frost's Pharmacy Dowzer due to illness will not be here Wednesday. ADV.
The funeral for Harry N. Elwell was conducted Monday at Hanson Walbridge Funeral Home Bennington with Rev. Alfred Scott officiating. Interment followed at South Shaftsbury Cemetery with military honors from the American Legion and Veterans groups. Bearers and color guards included Carroll Cross Trenor Elwell David Rowland Francis Lauzon Robert Sears Farnham Southwick Edward Rood Hugh Clark and Winston Luther. Buglers were Faye Hamilton and John Goyette. services also held by Dominick Yarnal exalted ruler of the Elks and other veterans organizations at the funeral home prior to burial.
Mrs. Bradford Smith of Shaftsbury says the National Geographic has cancelled publication of the Bennington town article prepared by her late husband. Photographer Ivan Massar had shot color images for the usual Geographic layout across seasons, but the piece will not be published.
Admissions include Eliza Prentiss Harold Phil putt Joseph Hart John Hart Bennington Penny Rich North Bennington Madeline Bollinger Shaftsbury Discharges list Mrs Sylvia Leonard and daughter Shaftsbury Henry Van Orman Michelle Rose Bennington Birth notice reports a daughter Taryn Elaine born Aug 19 to Mr and Mrs Robert Richardello now in England The mother is Diana Harmon formerly of Bennington The father a USAF serviceman formerly of North Atlantic Mass and the Richardellos lived in Brattleboro before transfer overseas over a year ago
Survivors face rotting rubble and disease as Varto bears the brunt of Turkey's worst quake in 23 years. Officials report 2,235 bodies counted, with total deaths expected above 3,000 across 139 villages. Viet Cong attacks in nearby Saigon corridors cited in separate dispatches.
The Hinsdale Raceway Board of Judges revoked the licenses of driver Ernest F. Houle and four grooms Kenneth A. Verville Thomas W. Bennet Arnold Houle and Chester Gurney for 1966 after a horse doping incident. The actions followed rule 21 section 11 and involved contraband articles found at the track. The New Hampshire Racing Commission will hold hearings soon as many drivers with suspensions appeal.
Vermont Racing Commission plans to decide next month on licensing a new racetrack either in Swanton or Alburg. Champlain Downs of Alburg plans to file after Sept 1, while Swanton International Raceway has already filed. Action delayed by missing information and local accusations of stall tactics. Green Mountain Park in Pownal remains the only operating track.
New York UPI report notes the Beatles July press event as they denounced war, hinting at Vietnam protests. The group, wary after prior controversy, gave a cautious political stance before an open air Shea Stadium show. Two teenage fans clung to a hotel ledge pleading to meet Paul McCartney, then eased back inside after promised access.
McNamara argues that poverty drives much of world conflict, citing his Montreal speech and calling poverty a social cancer. He says 32 million Americans, half children, are trapped in poverty, and that national security suffers as the country loses the performance potential of these individuals.
Hanover New Hampshire UPI reports Vermont's 1966 highway toll increased as Charles Vischer of Barnard died from bronchial pneumonia after a June 8 single car crash on Route 112. Police say the car veered off, hit guard rails, and struck a tree. Tax receipts for last month totaled 2,958,887, up 80,925 from 1965, with income tax the largest contributor at 1,736,223. Liquor, meals, rooms, and cigarettes taxes fell.
The Red Cross blood drawing will be held Wednesday from 1 to 6 p.m. at Readsboro school. The Vermont Blood Center warns of dangerously low supplies due to recent demand and lists A positive and A and B negative as especially needed. An area appeal seeks donors to replenish stocks ahead of upcoming operations and highway accident cases.
In Pasadena California the United States plans to salvage most of the Orbiter mission after a malfunctioning camera aboard Lunar Orbiter 1. Officials outlined corrective steps to recover data and continue the lunar survey.
Miss Pamela Ruth Hoy of Bennington received a Bachelor of Science from Boston University during the 43rd summer commencement in Symphony Hall. She majored in physical education at Sargent College and plans to teach PE at a new Peabody high school this fall while pursuing graduate study.
Free eye tests will be offered Thursday August 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Bennington Elementary School for four and five year olds. The tests, run by the Bennington Elementary PTA and the Vermont Association for the Blind, screen for amblyopia to prevent vision loss before age six. The test is simple and does not require the child to know the alphabet.
Employment figures show a record rise in Vermont with nearly 173000 employed and 177800 in the labor force. Drives include gains in resorts and seasonal sectors, while construction disputes trimmed the net rise and wage data await quarterly reports. Factory employment climbed to 43700, the highest postwar level.
Miss Virginia B. Norris 87 died Saturday at Prospect Nursing Home North Bennington after 12 years as patient. Former Arlington resident and Emma Willard School teacher born Sept 9, 1878. Sister Mrs John Bailey of St Petersburg Fla survives. Funeral 7 pm Hanson-Walbridge with Rev Melvin R McGaughey. burial Mt Auburn Cambridge. Wilmington John Benson Fuller 71 died unexpectedly at home. Born Conway Mass Sept 2 1895. Survived by four sons John W, Harold L, Kenneth N, Russell B. two daughters Irma L and Esther Shaw. 18 grandchildren and great grandchildren. brother Lawrence M Fuller. Funeral 2 pm Thursday Smith Funeral Home Shelburne Falls. burial Howsland Cemetery Conway. Covey Funeral Home in Wilmington open tonight 7-9. Shelburne Falls 7-9 Wednesday.
The noon 1966 stock report shows the Dow Jones industrials at 786.35, down 5.63, with 30 Industrials, 20 Railroads at 197.30, down 1.64, and 15 Utilities at 122.66, down 0.37. The composite average sits at 274.67, down 1.90, with a trading volume of 4,410,000.
The Vermont Liquor Control Board suspended liquor licenses of The Sands Inc. of Brattleboro and the J and L Restaurant of Georgia for indefinite periods. Corporate charters were revoked by Secretary of State Harry Cooley. No reasons were given. first and third class licenses were also suspended. The orders took effect immediately.
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