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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1964
Page
2
After nine years in prison and plans for a Chicago ceremony canceled amid a pending re arrest, Sheppard faces Ohio authorities pressing to refile the 1954 first degree murder case. Prosecutors seek to end his freedom via federal or state action while noting trial issues and witness gaps.
Scranton praised Goldwater's fall speech but refused to comment on specifics. Rockefeller condemned extremism within the Republican Party, insisting freedom rests on law and due process and vowing to fight extremism within the party.
A N E Republican leader denounces War ing for defeatist remarks at a GOP event. Reed says Goldwater should repudiate the charge and protect the Goldwater Miller ticket from such statements.
John Riddle of the YMCA announced a new adult swimming instruction program at the Y Pool. Susan Riley will lead the class, meeting at 9 30 each morning Monday through Friday starting July 20, with enrollment open to beginners and those seeking skill improvement.
Republican governor candidate Robert S. Babcock announces Jericho resident Helen Lawrence as Chittenden County campaign co chairman. Lawrence has led Vermont education and farm groups, held PTA roles, and served in White House Conference delegations.
A flooded oil burner caused slight smoke damage in a Water Street apartment in North Bennington. Occupant Howard Moffitt was present as two North Bennington Fire Department engines responded at 2:30 p.m. The building is owned by Milton Mackey, per fire chief Martin Percey.
The 86th Engineer Co national Guard conducted a Sunday drill at the Armory with Lt Hugh Perkins and Sergeants Tremblay McCoy Reynolds Robare and Andrews leading a bridging class. A training film aided instruction and the day included driving tests form signing org charts and camp planning. A Monday night drill inspected field equipment and close order drill in a parking lot as preparations for summer camp continued. Pfc Neil F Belisle Pfc Kenneth E Darling Pfc Raymond A Davis and Pfc Theodore S Twiss were promoted to Spec 4.
The Mt. Anthony Union School Board discussed possible changes to transportation costs and the idea of separating school bus operations from building costs. Directors debated fairness of shares, potential savings, and the impact on member districts, while promising broader administrator involvement in future meetings.
Ralph Edwin Boothby 74 of Weston died Tuesday after a long illness. He retired as headmaster of Metairie Park Country Day School in New Orleans and served on a Bennington College foundation planning committee. Cremation occurred and a memorial service will be held at Old Parish Church in Weston.
James F. Shroder Jr. of Utah is awarded funding by the Society of Sigma Xi and the Scientific Research Society of America to study Utah landslides. Dr. Harow Shapley announced the grant, noting annual support to promising scientists at key research points. Shroder is affiliated with the University of Utah.
The expert says carbaryl is relatively harmless versus DDT and especially effective against gypsy moths. He cautions that how long a tree can survive repeated defoliation depends on rainfall, soil, and tree type, with severe droughts risking death after three years.
A Readsboro dinner dance honoring Gov. Philip H. Hoff is expected to attract 300 to 400 people on July 29 at Heartwellville Lodge beginning 7 30 p m. Tickets are sold by county town chairmen. State and local Democratic candidates will attend along with the governor.
The Bennington Banner lists departments for business news and advertising with current telephone numbers. It details publication schedule, address at 425 Main St Bennington Vermont, and UPI affiliation for local news, plus subscription rates and postage information.
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