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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1964
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily excluding Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.
Congressman Lindsay urged Vermont’s Robert T. Stafford as the ideal moderate liberal candidate to challenge Goldwaterism in the House. The proposal aims to shape party leadership while Stafford’s two terms and governor’s background bolster his stature and appeal to Vermonters seeking Moscow restraint.
The United States plans a new sea level canal to replace the Panama Canal arguing the old perpetual rights treaty is obsolete. It envisions a shared international agency with the host country as partner, addressing Panamanian sovereignty and neocolonial concerns while allowing continued canal use until 1980.
David Riesman observes Japanese intellectuals display less fear of being naive or corny and show enthusiasm for modern life. He notes the third generation enjoys traditional architecture and neon, while American scholars cling to caution, suggesting Japan’s openness adds appeal and usefulness to society.
A Bennington reader shares a long humorous Christmas school tale about a overwhelmed teacher juggling attendance seals lunch tickets and a play while trying to manage classwork and discipline. The piece highlights viewer sympathy for teachers before Christmas.
Cairo interview portrays President Nasser as unwavering that peace in Africa hinges on removing Congo Premier Moise Tshombe. He accuses Tshombe of murder and links Western arms to Congolese rebels, arguing for a coalition including rebels and a regional shift toward Africa’s own leadership.
The official tally shows Johnson won 486 electoral votes while Kennedy had 303, with the nation’s Electoral College system highlighted for its potential to yield a president with less than a national popular majority. It notes state unit counting, possible vote flips, and that about 8 million swing voters decided the outcome.
Readers respond to Lyles column on tax exemptions for religious and political groups, noting legal standards for political activity and citing AFL CIO funding. Letters from Gerald Raftery and Helena S Bushee share views, while others recount anecdotes on cars and family TV Guide requests.
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