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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1967
Page
4
Editorial feature from The Bennington Banner published by Banner Publishing Corporation in Bennington Vermont. It outlines opinion pieces and commentary typical of a daily local newspaper with a focus on community affairs and public issues.
Dr Richard Gibboney state commissioner of education visited Arlington School Board to back their proposal for expanding Arlington schools and to ready objections. He said the state will enforce standards firmly but fairly and will state exact standards to Arlington. Burr and Burton’s stance on a regional union district remains a key factor in long term North Shire education, with Manchester trustees urged to clarify theirs.
Editor notes critique a Municipal Court judge and a court case where two men cited unemployment as reason for non payment, urging readers to consult the Saturday Banner for labor shortages. The column also discusses Mt Anthony Union High School curriculum terms core and skill areas, a meaningful goal directed course, Bijur Lubricating Corp plans to buy land for a new factory boosting water supply, and the impact on village taxes and municipal boundaries.
George Van Santvoord writes from Montpelier on the opening of the 1967 Vermont Legislature. He describes House steps, speaker election, oaths, adjournment plans, a proposed April 15 adjournment and a Vermont Roll of Distinction for arts. He also recalls a Thursday religious service, the governor's inaugural address, and a civic reception with notable attendees.
In Searsburg Vermont a column laments the lack of indoor ice facilities to support speed skating ice hockey and figure skating amid abundant ski activity. It notes federal and local efforts struggle against unreliable cold snaps and suggests a roofed rink using barn or shed spaces to sustain skating through winter. Local social notes recount New Year festivities visits and a Mary Martin meeting in New York.
The Rutland Herald marks Jan 10 as the 230th anniversary of Ethan Allen's birth in Litchfield Connecticut. He helped shape Vermont with fiery leadership that inspired independence and statehood alongside Ira Allen and George Washington praised his original, admired spirit.
Bennington residents voice strong criticism of MAUHS school board over firing Coach Ronald Reeves. They call for due process and condemn public character attacks, arguing another method such as nonrenewal or private resignation would have been proper. Mickey Mausert of 103 Coolidge Ave signs the letter.
In a developing 1968 GOP race, Gov. George Romney faces Republican pressure to declare a clear Vietnam position as party leaders demand a united front. Nixon and Rockefeller loom as potential rivals, while lawmakers Percy and Hatfield drift toward a tougher line in foreign policy.
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