19 Jul 1966
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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1966
Page
1
In Cleveland investigators report hundreds of rioters, many shouting black power, attacked in the Hough district. Fires burned for hours, a woman was killed and two men wounded, police and fire crews faced sniper fire and missiles, 49 arrests made, 300 officers deployed. The unrest followed two incidents in the East Side slum area.
New action by Maurice Callahan and Sons of Pittsfield seeks to block removal of six billboards on U S 7 in Bennington. A June Supreme Court ruling upheld removal, but a temporary injunction halts action pending July 27 hearing in Montpelier to determine continued injunction.
Residents of Hoosick Falls and the Town of Hoosick backed a proposed community swimming pool at a Monday night meeting. Supt. Philip Leonard led the steering effort with volunteers, committees named, and plans for funding including pledges, donations, and possible federal help if needed. Groundbreaking could occur in March with a June opening if funds are raised, and fees or aid for needy children were discussed. A $45 Jaycees contribution sparked applause.
Gov. Philip Hoff said he will do most campaigning for a third term after the Sept. 13 Republican primary. He expects to outline proposals after the 1967 General Assembly and will stay out of GOP intra race until after the primary. Hoff noted voter fatigue with politics and commented on AFSCME organizing plans and a possible challenge to Rep. Stafford by William J. Ryan.
London dispatch notes Hanoi and Mao Tsetung favoring a prolonged fight to the finish with guerrilla tactics and external support from Moscow and its allies. The stance, urged by Mao, aims to sap American strength without open large-scale battles, reflecting Beijing's push for an indefinite conflict. Ho Chi Minh reinforced the vow while consultations linked Peking and Moscow shaped the strategy.
Gemini 10 astronauts John W. Young and Michael Collins reached a record space altitude of 474 miles after docking with Agena 10, pushing beyond prior limits. Fuel constraints jeopardized a planned 55 minute spacewalk and twin rendezvous, with mission officials delaying extra maneuvers to conserve propulsion.
In Hastings operations near the Laotian border, two U.S. Marine platoons of 45 repelled a 1,000 strong North Vietnamese human wave after a three hour jungle stand. Marines reported heavy casualties on both sides with as many as 500 enemy killed in the fight and 204 confirmed Communist fatalities in the operation. Air action followed with B52 strikes and strikes on oil depots near Dong Hoi and Hanoi region amid ongoing air raids over North Vietnam.
President Johnson told the House and Senate appropriations committees at the White House that the administration may face a heavy deficit or a tax increase if Congress continues funding programs Johnson opposes. He noted the prior fiscal year ending June 30, 1966 showed a $2.3 billion smaller deficit than expected, while Rep. Robert Michel warned of a potential $6 billion budget increase unless the trend changes.
Carlo Walter profiles a reunion of four police officers, detailing their careers and shared memories. The piece emphasizes camaraderie and local service.
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