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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1964
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont with standard newsroom operations and circulation practices.
Veteran GOP figure Robert S. Babcock, out of politics for three years, addresses Lyndonville GOP stalwarts urging a bold departure from Gov Hoff’s plan. He recalls 1960 sales tax fight that helped Luke Crispe defeat him and hints at a future run, while Lt. Gov. Ralph Foote drums local control as a foil.
The bloodless coup that toppled generals in South Viet Nam signals a deteriorating war situation for the United States. Analysts note renewed leadership instability, possible moves toward neutrality, and calls to explore settlement options with North Viet Nam before further expanding American military commitments.
Quotes from Gov. Edmund G. Brown criticizing litterbugs for empty cigarette packs and billboard damage. John Lupton argues about Democratic party opposition to collectivism. Eva Le Gallienne predicts repertory theater tickets may top $3, reflecting on theater pricing and standards.
The Tuttle reissue of Elise Lathrop's 1938 study surveys Massachusetts to Vermont church history with notes and illustrations. It notes no index, discusses religious strife, colonial church buildings, and figures like Roger Williams, with anecdotes from Rhode Island and Vermont life and a closing nod to architect-author Mr. Congdon's Vermont work.
Washington talks on beef imports intensify as two top advisers clash with President Johnson over a plan to curb imported beef. Analysts note 1963 supply rose mainly from home production while imports accounted for about 10 percent of the market, with Australia and New Zealand as major sources. Beef prices rise 5 percent recently, offering ranchers cautious relief.
A four man party fished on Lake Champlain at Orwell with 30 tipups, enjoying warmth around a wood stove shanty. Ed Knight rents shanties near Orwell. reservations recommended. The group caught three sauger and one northern pike, with several flags unused. Frank Thompson, Fort Worth Zoo curator, joins a Guatemala field trip to collect snakes for the zoo. based in Fort Worth, his team travels with guides from the American Embassy in Guatemala City.
Visiting Editor John Ciardi argues for longer dreams over the daily scramble for scoops. He contrasts reporters chasing headlines with poets, noting unemployment and work hours as signs time remains for meaningful effort and big ideas. Newport News mortgage payoff noted by Newport Oregon News.
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