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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1961
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont.
President Kennedy argues for reducing Western Europe trade barriers to join the Common Market and urges Congress to back broad tariff cuts. He hints at federal aid for affected industries but offers no concrete programs, risking limited buy in from lawmakers without subsidies as political leverage.
As Minow leads a vigorous FCC push to raise broadcast duties the commission quietly steered the WNTA-TV sale toward education. A notice of inquiry and behind the scenes meetings with Governor Meyner helped convert a Newark station for 6.2 million with 2 million from networks and others. Critics warn of dangerous precedent, but supporters urge reform and broader access.
The Brattleboro Reformer editorial defends local funding decisions over Boston Herald special advertising sections. It explains towns declined paying $1,000 to be included, noting costs were borne by individual firms and the Chamber, and contrasts with the Boston Globe effort. It emphasizes local promotion by the Brattleboro Chamber and its nationwide reach through varied advertising.
In New York the stock markets face renewed public scrutiny as a Securities and Exchange Commission inquiry looms. The resignation of Edward T. McCormick as American Stock Exchange president highlights ties between official oversight and market confidence. Projections show more individuals own stocks, with 15 million or more holders, plus rising mutual funds and investment clubs shaping the postwar investing boom.
Brief item notes that The Flame from Cabot Industries in Boston presents concise world issues reflecting rapid changes and obsolescence before trouble arises.
An editor’s note surveys Kennedy’s transition from candidate to president, focusing on Cuba and Berlin, Khrushchev, Castro, Congo, Laos, and Laos. It weighs whether he has been timid or measured, notes military and civil defense steps, and quotes Sen. Margaret Chase Smith on seeking acceptable answers.
Washington column links U.N Congo resignations by Ireland's General Sean McKeown and Dr Conor Cruise O'Brien to broader fears over dissent in uniform and civilian control. It contrasts Walker and McKeown with Truman and MacArthur, flags the role of press and Congress, and notes calls for inquiry while debating free speech in military contexts.
The 25 foot Bennington Historical Museum Christmas tree with nearly 250 lights returns after last year’s construction pause. Community members view it nightly until about 11 pm. The Lagemanns sent 25 dollars for hospital needs at Putnam Memorial with a warm note and a Christmas poem.
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