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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1966
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont.
Bijur Lubricating Corp requests water for a proposed Park Street Extension plant. The Village water board supports supply only after two town-wide votes authorize a main extension, revealing tensions between Village and outside town governance and prompting calls to review the Putnam deed of gift and future water planning.
The annual Memorial Park baby show featured Vincent Constantino as king and Heather Harrington as queen with other prizes for outstanding babies. The column weaves in Liz Dwyer memories, satirical travel musings, and a frog contest update mentioning $1 per inch for longest frog with plans to expand to frog jumping in 1967, urging entries by Friday.
An opinion column argues that the Vietnam war consumes tax surpluses meant for housing, schools, and health reforms for African Americans. It contrasts Negro militants who favor force with moderates who push for votes and nonviolent action, noting public finances and Great Society ideals are strained by war and policy costs.
In a reflective piece the author contrasts horse days with modern air travel, recalling buggy life, early autos, and the slow pace of progress. The essay shifts to a stark analysis of race relations, arguing for coexistence, white support for reforms, and a consensus path forward under Johnson era promises.
The reviewer targets Ray Bearse's updated Vermont guide, calling it spotty in facts and research. Sections cover state life, hunting and recreation, plus town descriptions with numerous inaccuracies, including Stratton, Sunderland, Brattleboro, and Bennington entries. Bearse’s work is criticized for haste, but some photos are noteworthy and the book offers entertainment value at $7.95.
The Gardener's Book of Verse selected by Helen Van Pelt Wilson is a gift book of poems for five seasons. It includes not only old favorites but many less familiar pieces, curated for gardeners and those who enjoy the outdoor life, with author Mrs. Wilson noted for gardening writings.
A Scots winner of a new car in a raffle remains glum saying he cannot imagine buying the other ticket. A Burlington Free Press item notes a vacationing couple with seven children planning to stop at every service station.
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