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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1962
Page
2
George L. Gabbeit, 21, was hospitalized with bullet wounds in both legs and a hand after exchanging fire with police following a radio station intrusion. He shouted threats against his wife, was shot by three officers at an intersection, and his wife was found unharmed. No charges were filed while he recovered.
Double funeral services will be held today for Clinton G. Wheelock 25 of Brownville Maine and Raymond F. Doe 26 of Morrisville Vermont who were killed when their car swerved off Route 100 in North Hyde Park and struck a house owned by Mr and Mrs Richard Randall. The impact left the house more than an inch off its foundation.
James L. Warsher of Wellesley Hills Mass says capital is available to acquire the Rutland Railway and restore operations. He asks the state to guarantee a loan and provide a right of first refusal, proposing a new corporation of New England railroad men to take over. He claims operation could resume in three weeks. Vermont House earlier rejected four Rutland revival proposals for debate.
James F. Davison, 26, of Barre, is in serious condition at a Burlington hospital after being pitched from the cab of a pickup in Duxbury when the driver braked for a turn. He suffered a fractured skull and facial cuts.
Barres Milne plans appeal to the state Supreme Court after a municipal judge voided two indictments charging Burlington credit firm and Barre department store with illegal high financing rates. Judge McLeod ruled the 1961 interest ceiling law applies to money loans, not time purchases.
In Mechanicville New York a one year trial plan would require all youths to carry laminated photo ID cards to purchase liquor. The Saratoga County Hotel and Restaurant Liquor Dealers Assn will issue the cards to help prevent serving minors and aid bartenders in distinguishing local teens from neighboring state youths.
A three judge federal court in Albany will examine if New York’s reapportionment violates equal protection by potentially biasing urban voters. The case follows a Supreme Court directive to assess whether state rules produce undue urban discrimination, with Democrats and Republicans presenting contrasting aims for city versus suburban gains.
Harold G. Button of North Adams sues The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Co. for 150000 claiming the firm copied his Colonial Shopping Center plans for a new early American store appearance. No losses reported in the burglary at Sayles department store in North Adams.
New York City official Mrs. Milton Gable urged Bennington officials to explore federal and state grants to speed rehabilitation and economic growth. She praised local progress, noted blighted areas, and emphasized ongoing public outreach with groups like the American Municipal Association and the U S Congress of Mayors. She outlined NYC rent controls as a model and stressed local control with federal support.
Stephen Smith 21 of Holden Massachusetts died of exposure near the summit as a snowstorm struck a group of 10 Appalachian Mountain Club climbers on Grand Teton Peak. Two climbers were heli rescued for frostbite and exposure. seven others persisted above Garnet Canyon awaiting horses.
More than 6000 campers begin leaving Button Bay State Park after the five week senior roundup. By Tuesday night 4000 girls and most staff will depart, with 700 plus coming from New York New Jersey Puerto Rico and the Canal Zone aboard special trains and planes. Two Brazilian girls 18 years old are among the last to leave with memories and plans to tell friends at home.
The Bennington Banner lists office at 425 Main St Bennington Vermont with display advertising and newsroom contacts. It shows subscription options by mail for various radii and durations including special rates for servicemen.
Albany, Ga, faces a court fight over marches and picketing after 266 arrests last week. MLK Jr and leaders describe the scene as pivotal while police report waning demonstrations. officials seek an injunction. Sheriff says a Negro lawyer was struck with a walking stick after refusing to leave the sheriff’s office.
How to figure the extras you get on U S Savings Bonds explains the immediate use of funds for country plus the higher long term return. It notes that investing yields more at maturity and supports national security, urging buying a $100 bond as an example.
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