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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1963
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont.
Analysis argues the Vermont Republican State Committee reveals a flawed strategy for Gov Hoff's upcoming special session. It criticizes the claim that legislators will judge bills on merit as undermined by partisan precedent and warns that the party risks a partisan fallout if it aligns with or against Hoff. The piece urges consolidating leadership to craft a coherent Republican program to accompany Hoff's agenda.
Washington argues NATO members show unity after a three day conference. Kennan and Kennedy era polycentrism reduce Cold War tensions. Berlin Wall breaches hint at gradual European integration and a safer balance of power. The piece warns not to overhope yet sees a hopeful trend toward peace.
Hal Boyle uses humorous quips on daily life from prunes to bookies. The notebook riffs on mutton dislike, insomnia, money, shoestring blame, NYC teens, golf honesty, marriage, cats, weddings, wives, girdles, shirts, poverty pride, and jury nerves.
California education chief Maz Rafferty criticizes fifth grade history books for omitting topics like the Monroe Doctrine while praising or dismissing cultural views. Dr Stella Chess cites views on gender roles in dance and parenting reactions to boys choosing dance as a career.
A Vermont columnist riffs on post holiday cynicism with a modern Night Before Christmas parody. He lampoons overindulgence, depleted inventories, and a frugal checkbook as a helicopter Santa carts away broken toys and the remaining expenses.
The Christmas Day address from President Johnson pledges a federal job freeze to reduce payrolls next year. The paper cautions fiscal claims may be more campaign fodder than a real budget cut and notes costs could rise if defense and essential services stay funded.
Connecticut and Massachusetts push for harmonizing drinking ages with New York. The Teen-Age Liquor Coordination Commission urges civic groups to pressure New York lawmakers, arguing 21 is needed to curb teen drinking and driving. Connecticut suggests NY bars require proof of residence and age.
Letters discuss potential extension of the temporary tax easement for the Taconic Racing and Breeding Association in Pownal. The piece reviews the pari mutuel law, its approval in 1960, and projected state revenue, noting concerns about fairness, investments, and regulatory implications as the act nears renewal.
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