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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1966
Page
4
Bennington Banner published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont, indicating its regular edition schedule and corporate address.
Secretary General U Thant agrees to serve another five years as UN leader. Great powers back a role allowing him to initiate moves when peace is threatened, aiming to shift the UN from mere forum to an active force for peace and a potential push toward a Vietnam cease fire.
Editors report Vermont groups seek to keep the Montreal modernistic pavilion after Expo 67 ends next autumn. Development Commissioner Elbert G. Moulton says at least three groups want to use it as a Vermont museum, possibly in Woodstock. The structure, once denounced, could become a permanent Vermont showcase and a remnant of state history.
The article reviews a 25 percent drop in dairy farms from 1940 to 1960 while per cow output rose enough to lift national milk production by 10 percent. It discusses economic and political angles, noting farm consolidation, legislative efforts to stabilize prices, and the steady future supply.
Washington grapples with rising federal spending and widening conflicts of interest. The piece notes lawmakers and judges entwined with law firms and big contractors, while the Federal Bar Association plans a two day seminar on disclosure. It cites Justice William O Douglas’s $12,000 annual Parvin Foundation payment and the Black tax case as context for scrutiny.
A cascade of quoting on bugging and privacy follows denouncement of Viet Nam War bombs, FBI surveillance of De Gaulle, and Baker case. The text links Supreme Court deliberations on Black’s new trial, Justice Douglas’s possible disqualification, and internal court leaks via eavesdropping gear. It notes that court chambers had not been swept for listening devices since 1953 and raises questions of confidentiality in high offices. Pablo Casals reflects on aging and continues to perform as he nears his 90th birthday.
The Bennington Rod and Gun Club hosts its annual game supper at 6 30 p m with venison sides and dessert served, music by Nick Marra’s band, and remarks by Jim Bow and Mason Amadon. Next Monday the antlerless deer season opens in Vermont with an expected 8000 deer harvest. zones A to D define hunting areas and tagging rules. a map appears in The Banner. The club holds a public meeting at 8 p m next Monday at the Fish Hatchery on South Stream Road.
The Warren Commission aimed to dispel rumors proving the United States not a banana republic. The piece surveys Zapruder film debates two shooters versus lone killer and cites Brown's article arguing hardware questions and possible planted clues. It notes theories range from Cuban and Mafia involvement to CIA plots, reflecting an international preoccupation with Kennedy's death.
A reader urges Bennington residents to join the Bennington Friends of Retarded Children, stressing community involvement and funding for services. The letter highlights that many busy locals contribute time and asks others to become active members to aid prevention, treatment, and support efforts for children with intellectual disabilities.
Sen Everett Dirksen of Illinois lends his oratorical talent to a new record album reciting the Star Spangled Banner the Gettysburg Address and other hits. The piece contrasts with California’s George Murphy and Ronald Reagan in film and politics and notes Dirksen’s dramatic speeches in Congress.
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