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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1966
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont.
Downtown Bennington planning consultant John C. Burdis unveiled a plan to ease traffic congestion and expand off street parking with a one way loop around the center, new lots on Union Street, and a pedestrian Main Street mall. He argues urban renewal could boost the north side but urges open-minded review by merchants and residents while noting the plan’s strong merits for future growth. The editorial also defends the press right to know and cites close calls in other towns over access to public meetings and information.
President Johnson faces a trap in Viet Nam as military input grows and civilian leaders worry about an expanded ground war. Hawks missiles and Da Nang defenses symbolize a path toward greater commitments while top officials urge restraint and a stalled peace pause.
In Searsburg Mountain column, the author recalls a husband’s birthday celebrated quietly amid wintry Vermont scenes. The piece then critiques a proposed Vermont Samuel de Champlain memorial pavilion for Expo 67, urging a design with true Vermont character. It also notes humane Society trapping for stray animals, Lions Club skating rink efforts behind the school, and a snowshoe outing with friends on the Arlington border.
Bennington and Rutland counties discuss U.S. 7 and U.S. 4 road plans amid a widening reform of House rules. The House adopted new pay provisions for legislators, with debates on a proposed $30 daily rate and a $1,200 cap for a special session, plus retroactive expenses. Absences included two members, one with chicken pox, one in hospital, as roll calls and committee work continued through the week.
Burlington Free Press reports Sen. Aiken joins others in urging continued suspension of bombing against North Viet Nam to curb aggression. The Viet Cong issued a four day ceasefire in January 2023, while Aiken distinguishes guerrillas from North Vietnamese regulars, arguing the same Communist forces drive both sides. He says the onus for peace lies with the aggressors.
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