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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1965

Page

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Churchill in coma feared near death after stroke

LONDON UPI Sir Winston Churchill, 90, remained in a coma and was feared near death after a stroke and circulatory weakening. Reports said he slipped into deeper sleep with little change, as family and world leaders sent get well wishes to Hyde Park Gate.

London UPI Winston Churchill Lord Moran Winston Britain Hyde Park Gate Lady Churchill Churcheill Randolph Mary Christopher Soames Sarah Churchill Sir Winston Rome Miss Churchill Lady Audley Italy Churchill

Burundian Prime Minister Ngendandumwe Slain in Ambush

African Prime Minister Ngendandumwe, Ngendandumwe, was killed by a gunman as he left a Bujumbura hospital after forming a new cabinet. The assault, likely by a Tutsi refugee, ends a bid for tougher policies toward Communist China operating in Burundi near Congo. The murder shocks Washington where officials weigh implications for regional politics.

Washington API Pierre Ngendandumwe Ngendandumewe Rwanda Bujumbura Burundi Assasssin Ngendandumwe

Indictments Hinted In Miss Slayings

Federal grand jury in Jackson, Mississippi returned 84 indictments. Up to 18 relate to the killings of three civil rights workers last summer. Arrests expected soon, possibly Saturday or Monday. Court clerk’s office worked past quitting time to finish paperwork. Asst US Atty Gen John Doar attended but commented little. Four marshals were seen leaving with wrapped rifles.

Jackson, Miss UPI FBI Justice Department Asst. U.S. Atty John Doar Doar Federal

Soviets Demand Vote Before U.N. Fee Deal

Thant said the Soviet Union told him it would pay into the U.N. relief fund only when it gains General Assembly voting rights. U.S. sources anticipate a direct clash with Moscow over Article 19, which withholds voting when payments lag. Russia backs paying without relinquishing rights, while the United States pushes for the voting suspension until debts are settled.

United Nations, N.Y UPI Thant United Nations General Assembly U.N United States Soviet Union Russia U.S

U S and Canada move to end mutual car tariffs

President Johnson and Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson will sign an agreement to create a North American Common Market in autos and parts. The deal would remove tariffs on cars and original parts between the two countries but keep tariffs on replacement parts and tires. It aims to boost production and sales while avoiding a looming trade war, with broader liberalization possible. Canadian tariffs currently exceed 17.5 percent on finished cars and up to 25 percent on parts, while U S tariffs are 6.5 percent on cars and 8.5 percent on most parts.

Johnson City Tex UPI Johnson Lester B. Pearson White House Canada United States U.S

Hoff and Party Headed to Washington Inauguration

Gov Philip Hoff and wife Joan depart Burlington Sunday night by National Guard plane for President Johnsons inauguration in Washington. The Vermont delegation attends pre-inaugural events, a governors reception, and a Vermont Society reception before the inauguration. A Vermont winter Olympics float and school bands join the parade, with a Shoreham Hotel ball to follow.

John M. Bailey Connecticut Vermont Society Millard Tydings D-Md Young Democratic Clubs of America George Aiken Rvt Governors’ Reception Committee Vermont St. Michael’s College Montpelier Madelyn Davidson Charles Delaney Chittenden County Joseph Mazza Colchester

Upholsterers Local Joins Labor Council in Bennington

Members of Local 545 of the Upholsterers International Union AFL CIO voted to join the Bennington County Central Labor Council. Delegates named include Stephen L. Vince Verder O Elwell and Clarence Hall. The local represents the bargaining unit at H T Cushman Corp a division of General Interiors Corp. Kenneth E Clayton president of the council said he was extremely pleased.

North Bennington Upholsterers International Union of North America Afl-Cio Bennington County

Tax Board Upholds Track Valuation In Bennington County

A Bennington County board upheld the contention of Pownal's listers that Green Mountain Park racetrack's value for tax purposes equals replacement cost. The Tax Department released findings showing appraised value at 5.6 million and Grand List value at 700 thousand, using a 121 percent ratio. The track contended fair market value should reflect sale potential, not construction cost, with Taconic Racing and Breeding Association citing no fixed figure.

Bennington Board of Civil Authority County Board Taconic Racing and Breeding Association Sug- See Tax Board

Sato says U S must hold out in Vietnam fight

Japanese Prime Minister Eisaku Sato urged Washington to persevere to preserve Vietnam's independence. He spoke in Los Angeles and underscored the U S must maintain the fight despite mounting pressure.

Los Angeles UPI Eisaku Sato United States

Lawmaker Charged With Jobless Fraud

Montpelier reports the state unemployment director will file a fraudulent claim charge against freshman Rep Rose H. Webster for claiming jobless benefits while serving in the Vermont House. Webster received 80 dollars for a week with an additional 43 dollars in jobless pay, admitting both checks but denying intentional fraud.

Ford Webster

King Announces Massive Civil Rights Test in Selma

In Selma Alabama Negro leaders plan a broad test of the new civil rights law starting Monday led by Dr Martin Luther King Jr They claim 500 volunteers will march to the voter registration office and others will test public accommodations and seek employment Segregationists led by J B Stoner vow a white voter registration drive starting Monday The Justice Department has filed a statewide suit alleging illegal bias in Alabama voter applications King outlined a three pronged attack on racial barriers in a crowded church.

Selma Ala UPI Martin Luther King Jr J. B. Stoner Connie Lynch Stoner Atlanta Lynch St. Augustine Fla National States Rights Party Justice Department Alabama King

Maine Sweeps Bill Backer Seeks State Lottery

Rep. Richard J. Dumont of Augusta said he expects little opposition to a Maine sweepstakes bill modeled on New Hampshire. He cites strong House and Senate support and projected $2 million yearly revenue earmarked for education. Gov Reed shows little enthusiasm for the plan.

Augusta Maine UPI Richard J. Dumont Daugusta Dumont House Senate New Hampshire John H. Reed

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