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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1966
Page
1
Bennington selectmen sought to clear confusion over the proposed town park noting an incorrectly drawn line on a skewed map. Chairman Joseph Higgins said the error surfaced when discussing the highway department access road that appeared to cut through the park and affect its layout.
A sleep ing family of six including three children died in a farm house blaze at a central Vermont town near Lake Champlain. The victims were Mr and Mrs Gerald Warren Sr Frances 17 Gerald 16 a one year old and Warren’s mother. William Steir Jr 19 of Syracuse New York, a boyfriend visiting for Christmas, tried to wake the family but escaped in pajamas and was hospitalized with hand cuts after sprinting half a mile through the snow to a neighbor's house. The Warrens had moved to the 300 resident community in April from Syracuse. The farm house was rented and owned by Robert Redpath Jr of New Jersey. The story includes road plans affecting park land and town roads discussed by local boards, with officials noting the access road now set and unlikely to change.
Bennington Village trustees learned that 1966 general fund tax collections fell short by 27,847 while total taxes to be raised reached 243,818. Total collections stood at 215,970.94 with about 6,500 in other income. Delayed grand list reappraisals and court actions reduced expected revenue, prompting spending cuts and a looming 5,000 in year-end expenses. A police car and fire hose purchases were planned, possibly financed via highway fund borrowings to avoid interest, with legal rulings pending.
Vermont Education Commission er Dr Richard Gibboney won a 6-1 confidence vote from the state Board of Education after a two hour executive session. Only Robert O Brien objected with John Kristensen absent due to prior plans. The board cited improved communication and familiarity with Vermont Education as key factors.
Vermont Governor Philip Hoff defended President Johnson's Vietnam policy, rejected claims of deliberate bombing of civilians, urged public support for the President, and rebuked critics as absurd. He also denied meddling in the Pittsford youth facility site decision, noting legislative authority and local opposition shaped the outcome.
Albany officials announce free coffee on the N Y Thruway from 10 p m Dec 31 to 7 a m Jan 1 at all Thruway restaurants. A ban on alcoholic beverages remains in effect since last May with penalties in court for violations. The program is funded by seven oil companies and four restaurant firms promoting safe holiday driving.
A group of army officers tried to overthrow Premier Sadik el Mahdi in Sudan but failed. The Sudanese Embassy said the government remains in full control and that the attempt was thwarted without losses, occurring just before dawn.
A strong quake struck a 60 mile Chilean coast, hitting Taltal hard and causing house collapses. One death reported, several missing, 65 hospitalized, and communications disrupted. Seawave alerts flared but were canceled as tide readings showed no wave. Authorities feared higher fatalities as aid arrived and light and water remained out in Taltal.
Bennington Village trustees reported at their meeting Tuesday that they are still considering candidates for the now vacant post of police chief. A Police Committee meeting is expected to discuss the appointment, possibly at the trustees’ regular meeting next week. Ron Knapp circulated a petition with about 200 signatures urging a highly competent chief, while crediting no criticism of Chief Silver or the force.
Washington reports speculation Hanoi may loosen limits on American reporters to shape views after news of U S bombing raids on civilian housing. Officials note two Americans hold Hanoi visas while about 50 secured travel passports. Pentagon and State Department emphasize military targets only despite civilian damage claims.
New York based talks between Mrs. Kennedy and Harper & Row paused the April 7 court hearing on blocking publication of The Death of A President. Mediation aims to resolve objections over personal passages with Manchester ill in hospital and both sides seeking to avoid immediate defeat while Look Magazine settlement already trimmed about 1600 words from a serialization set to begin January 10.
On page four an editorial critiques the method of choosing a superior judge describing risks and urging reform. Columnist Elizabeth Dwyer laments a crisis in the toy industry on page four, outlining market concerns and manufacturing pressures. A citizens committee forms to work on Manchester town charter, noted on page eight as a local governance effort.
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