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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1963
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.
The piece notes the 50 mile hike fad influenced by presidents and argues Vermont should promote cross country skiing. It cites the Brattleboro Outing Club event on Washington's Birthday and a Bennington YMCA program as early evidence, urging ski areas to offer varied, well marketed cross country options to attract families and boost equipment sales.
Economists warn heavy military spending harms long-term growth and concentrates gains in a few states. Fred J. Cook argues in Nation that disarmament could curb waste and diversify benefits, urging cooler scrutiny of federal outsized arms programs.
The nation faces a rough start as tax program critics unite across factions while administration leaders remain skeptical. Analysts say the plan aims to cut and raise taxes, a dual approach that hinders public leadership and relies on log rolling to satisfy special interests rather than explaining a clear fiscal principle. The burden of proof rests on advocates amid widespread doubt about deficit planned expansion to boost demand.
Walter P. Reuther argues against laissez faire as economic illiteracy and social irresponsibility. He cites Vermont and criticizes planned deficit and tax reform as clever but unclear, aimed at offsetting factions rather than energizing growth. He notes opposition spans Chamber of Commerce to AFL-CIO unions.
A humorous reminiscence contrasts Cub Scout hikes with Marine Corps outings. A den mother recalls zigzag routes, fence climbs, and carrying surplus gear and finds while guiding six energetic Cubs. The tale ends with a dead dog discovery and the boys’ stubborn appetite for refreshments.
Letters critique the Bennington district school facility agreement for shared shop spaces between Benhi and BCHS students. Wartime duty and civic issues are discussed, alongside support for an intermediate security facility for youthful offenders and opposition to a margarine tax proposal. The piece urges informed public discourse and invites attendees to a public meeting in Arlington on March 9.
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