Brattleboro Plant Expansion Planned by American-Stratford
The American-Stratford Compos tion Room Division Inc plans a new five acre plant at a Brattleboro industrial park to expand operations. Jerome Mulcahy, president of the American Book-Stratford Press unit, says current Brattleboro work will move to the new building with gradual equipment introduction. American-Stratford has 24 years in Attleboro and a 60 worker force.
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Attleboro
Vermont Unemployment Claims Dip Again
Vermont Department of Employment Security reports a 2.1 percent drop in initial unemployment claims for the last week with 2,659 filings. The figure marks a 34.6 percent decrease from the same week a year ago.
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Prouty Names Cadet Appointments to Naval and Military Academies
U S Senator Winston Prouty announced three appointments to service academies. Clinton E. Wright of Newport and John J. Sung of White River Junction were named to the Naval Academy at Annapolis, and James Howe Jr. of Jamaica was named to the Military Academy at West Point.
Vermont College Opens Fall Term With 504 Students
Vermont College will begin its year on September 12 with a record enrollment of 504 students including 292 freshmen girls.
Norwich ROTC unit gets new commander Colonel O'Farrell
Col. Hugh R. O'Farrell becomes commanding officer of Norwich University's ROTC structure group and will serve as professor of military science. He is a 21 year Army veteran who succeeds Col. Michael Popowski Jr. who moved to the Military Air Mission in Turkey.
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Hugh R. O'Farrell
Norwich University
O'Farrell
Michael Popowski Jr
Turkey
Barre racer Chuck Stane injured in Thunder Road flip
Charles Sincerbeaux 27 of White Plains New York listed in good condition after his midget racer overturned on fourth turn at Thunder Road barre causing severe cuts and bruises. He races under the name Chuck Stane during a test run when the vehicle flipped and skidded 150 feet.
Body of Clifford Wood Found in Fair Haven Quarry
The body of 58 year old Clifford J. Wood of Fair Haven was discovered in a water filled quarry Thursday. Authorities say death is due to drowning following a month long disappearance.
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Fair Haven
Clifford J. Wood
Fire Proofing Upgrades at St Francis de Sales Academy
Fire proofing renovations at St Francis de Sales Academy on North Street were completed early in June. Two wooden stairwells were replaced with concrete and steel, others upgraded with tile and Formica wainscot, wiring and heating redone, and the building repainted at a total cost of 31 673 dollars. The project, begun after a seven year safety push by the State fire marshal, included prior installation of smokemen doors between classrooms on each floor.
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St. Francis de Salesademy
North Street
Bengton
Gerald E. Morrissey
M. E. Rudd Co
J. H. Wins Co
Sparkle EW York Jewelry Care Tip Sparks Debate
A brief guidance column suggests using a small bottle of liquid jewelry cleaner for a ring facial and metal brightening. The advice mentions a king for a trip and cautions about potential risks to other pieces. Authorities warn readers to follow manufacturer directions and avoid damage.
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UPI
Federal funds push Vermont Interstate construction forward
The Vermont State Highway Department announced $16.776 million in additional federal funds will accelerate interstate construction. Highway Commission chairman Russell A. Holden credited legislative foresight in authorizing matching money for all federal aid allocations, including those frozen since 1959. The program will advance as climate allows.
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Highway Commission
Russell A. Holden
Remick Begins Spain Shoot For The Ballad Of The Running Man
Actress Lee Remick has flown to Spain to film The Ballad of the Running Man with Laurence Harvey. The drama centers on a young couple planning a sequence of bold insurance fraud schemes.
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UPI
Lee Remick
Spain
Laurence Harvey
Gov Keyser Praises Vermont Initia tive and Rockwell Prize Event
Gov Keyser lauds Vermont effort as an inspiration for disaster-hit communities. Norman Rockwell will preside at a three day contest awards on South Street lawn for "lucky tickets" with a Bermuda trip for two as top prize. Rockwell attends Dutch treat dinner at Mt Anthony Country Club that night.
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Norman Rockwell
GBA
South Street
Bermuda
Rockwell
Mt. Anthony Country Club
Central Vermont Public Service Store Undergoes Modern Update
Central Vermont Public Service Corp at 467 Main St. joins Bennington firms in a remodeling drive. The store features a new lighted exterior sign, vinyl tile flooring, lowered ceilings with indirect lighting, air conditioning, and bright yellow walls with green trim. Staff report improved display space and favorable public reaction. Contractors include W.E. Buzzell, Elmer Crawford, M. E. Rudd Co., and Erwin Dunham.
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Armored Carriers Defy Ban at Checkpoint Charlie
Tempers flare as armored personnel carriers show no arms on Friday after briefly displaying Tommy Guns on Thursday. The Berlin standoff reflects the Soviet commandant's withdrawal and the lack of authority for Western Allies to discuss sensitive questions in East Berlin.
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Local Board to Attend School For Vermont Sisters at Castleton
The second 1962 Vermont Sisters school opens a three day session next Tuesday at Castleton State College. Attendees include Bennington Sisters with chairman Francis J. Hogan Raymond P. Betit and Charles A. Toomey who will stay for the full session. The event is sponsored by the Vermont Department of Taxes and the Vermont Association of Sisters and Assessors.
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Vermont hosts annual listers school at Castleton
State officials report talks with Moscow unlikely to alter Soviet positions on Berlin. Vermont hosts its third annual listers school next week at Castleton State College with welcomes by Gov. Keyser Jr. and leaders, and a workshop led by Tax Commissioner Shea on Sisters and the Law.
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Twist watch debuts at Basel fair with twisted gold strands
In Basel Switzerland 160 Swiss watchmakers showcased 10 000 new watches at a fair. The highlighted twist watch features a bracelet and case crafted from twisted gold strands and a flip up cover.
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Switzerland
UPI
Renown Numismatist R W Tirrell To Visit Bennington
Nationally known numismatist R W Tirrell will appear in Bennington on Saturday August 25 and Sunday August 26. He will be available for contact Saturday evening from 6 to 9 p m and Sunday from 9 a m to 2 30 p m.
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Mr. Tirrell
Mrs Mamis Endorses Harold Raynolds in Woodstock Race
Mrs Mamis praised Harold Raynolds the Democratic candidate from Woodstock who will oppose Stafford. She said she is not considering a bid herself and will focus on supporting other Democratic candidates.
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Harold Raynolds
Woodstock
Stafford
No Serenades From The King and I on Australian Tour
Sydney AP Australia’s government radio network bans the musical The King and I during the 18 day tour of the king and queen of Thailand. A commission official says the move aims to avoid offending the royal Thai couple. The musical is a fictionalized account of King Mongkut and Anna Leonowens. The music and movie version are banned in Thailand.
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Australia
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Thailand
Commission
Mongkut
Anna Leonowens
Bennington Banner Advertising Rates Notice
The Bennington Banner lists display and motor route rates, publication address at 425 Main St Bennington Vermont, subscription prices by mail within 50 mile radius and nationwide rates, with special serviceman discounts and AP news republication rights.
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