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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1967
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation. It operates from 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont 05201.
The governor seeks a 138 million dollar two year budget to be approved by the General Assembly. It is nearly double the 1963 budget and 37 percent above the current biennium, reflecting strong growth. Education dominates the request with 34 million in state aid, aiming to expand schools, pay teachers, and fund new programs as Vermont confronts enrollment increases and evolving needs.
The Burlington Free Press discusses Green Mountain Park's finances, the Legislature’s rejection of a flat daily license fee in favor of a sliding scale, and the likelihood of ongoing disputes over revenue split. It criticizes the state racing commission for inaction, notes House leadership shifts under Speaker Mallary, and hints at regional political reshuffling affecting committee access.
The piece argues Hanoi likely issued Salisbury a visa to shape U.S. coverage of Vietnam. It notes Western outlets already aware of civilian casualties and military targets, and asserts Hanoi aimed to push a specific narrative through an American reporter. The larger aim was to influence U.S. opinion and diplomacy.
The discussion weighs Hanoi’s demand for unconditional bombing cessation against U S reciprocity. Experts warn the real barrier is whether the United States would withdraw military positions from the Southeast Asian mainland. Analysts say Hanoi seeks proof of endurance gains while the United States seeks visible concessions before negotiations can succeed.
A humorous critique argues that while men are celebrated as kitchen geniuses for gourmet dishes and showy feats, women silently run daily meals and cleanup. It mocks gender stereotypes about cooking skill, noting men fixate on tools and drama while women craft everyday sustenance.
A reader defends Ronald Reeves, praising his two and a half years guiding the team, building morale, and focusing on heart and effort. The letter questions the school board’s decision to fire him after shifts in player turnout, arguing that Reeves earned respect through dedication and should have had a fair evaluation rather than a rushed verdict.
Jeffrey Bergquist, co captain of the 1965 Benhi football team, questions MAUHS board over Reeves firing. He asks why motives aren’t clarified, argues Reeves was thoughtful and unselfish, and wonders how the decision serves students’ future, urging transparency and action.
Lawrence Harrington from Woodford quotes letters and columns arguing for all-out victory in Vietnam. The piece criticizes partial wars, urges decisive action, condemns appeasement, and calls for a Freedom Corps to defeat world communism now, referencing figures like Patton and MacArthur and contrasting with current U.S. policy.
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