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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1965
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont.
Editorial notes support for Sen Robert Wilson of Bennington proposing 30 cross county senatorial districts to uphold one man one vote. It questions Gov Hoff blue ribbon plan merging Grand Isle with Franklin and Essex with Orleans while Chittenden and Rutland gain seats. Authors deem Wilson plan fairer if district lines avoid old political feuds.
A Vermont editorial argues the Wilson plan offers a fairer method for the region by splitting Bennington County into two senatorial districts while keeping practical county lines where possible. It warns that Bennington’s large voter base could otherwise dominate both seats, complicating North Shire representation.
Editor notes Vermont marble and granite deserve space in the capital. The piece recalls a 40 year old howitzer company from Banner’s Thursday feature and salutes Mary Rogers Warren’s 23 years at Manchester Welfare and Nursing Association, elected president emeritus. The column jokes about bicycle ordinances, Paul Dudley White, and the Dorset trio who hiked 17 miles for boy scout merit badges in 10 degree weather at 3.5 mph.
Burlington Free Press critiques Vermont liquor consumption statistics showing 1964 rankings as above average in 11 of 14 categories and 11th nationally. The piece questions correlation to road deaths costs, mocks the idea of prosperity tied to drinking, and suggests focusing on skiing or other issues.
In a Vermont framed column about regional fishing, notes from Wisconsin describe winter sturgeon spearing as a rugged sport. The piece highlights a state record eight foot fish, subzero catches, and the seasonal window from February to March when ice shanties fill the lakes.
Hubert Humphrey's close partnership with President Johnson deepens as he coordinates civil rights across government. He chairs a new civil rights committee, handles Congress on thorny issues, and expands public engagements, signaling Johnson easing burdens while remaining vigorous in late-night sessions.
Capitol Jottings notes Governor Hoff weighs whether to refuse reappointment of lawmakers to policy making and advisory boards, aiming to curb conflicts of interest. The piece highlights potential moves to replace current members on Social Welfare and Liquor Control boards with non-legislative personnel, urging a consistent principle beyond party lines.
In a letter to The Banner Orrin H Beattie chairman of Manchester's Board of Selectmen thanks Vermont Development Department for its findings on site location. They considered Manchester's portfolio best among communities in Vermont New Hampshire and Massachusetts and cite lack of available sites as the main hurdle. Appreciation is given to town officials Rod and Gun Club Factory Point National Bank and citizens for cooperation.
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