Stafford Outlines Civil Rights Provisions In Bennington
Vermont Congressman Robert Stafford explained the civil rights bill pending in the Senate to about 100 Bennington residents at Bennington Elementary School. He predicted a cloture vote within two weeks and said House and Senate leaders are close to a conference-free path. He defended the bill’s constitutionality and stressed its goals while cautioning it is not a cure all.
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Robert T. Stafford
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A.J. MacDonald
Shaftsbury Methodist Church
U.S. Senate
Bennington Area
Christian Social Concern Commission
Senate
House
Supreme Court
California Primary Weighs Goldwater Rockefeller Edge
Polls show Rockefeller with a lead in California as Goldwater seeks momentum toward the GOP nomination. Turnout expected near two million Republicans and 2.6 million Democrats with voting from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. PDT.
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Green Mountain Park harness season sets record handle
POWNAL Vt Green Mountain Park reported total handle of 7 634 814 for 49 harness racing nights ending Memorial Day with an average daily take of 155 812 far above the 100 000 predicted. State finance director Bruce Mosher said 85 000 breakage was split fifty-fifty and the state kept 3 percent while the track took 15 percent. Attendance totals are pending. Officials may schedule two harness meets next year around a flat racing season.
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Memorial Day
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Green Mountain
America Will Keep Her Word in Asia, Johnson Says
President Johnson reaffirmed the United States will stand by its commitments to defend Southeast Asia against Communist encroachment. He outlined four themes guiding policy, noted no plans for action against North Viet Nam, and praised tax cuts and civil rights progress while hoping business and labor follow price-wage guidelines.
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Southern senator signals end of Dixie filibuster on civil rights bill
In Washington, Sen Strom Thurmond among others indicated the Senate might secure enough votes to end debate on the civil rights bill with cloture looming. Democratic leaders discussed the White House meeting as they push for a two thirds vote to impose the gag rule.
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Minn
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Wulfson Sees Profit and Possible Rutland Track Purchase
Burlington based Vermont Railway President Jay L. Wulfson announced his freight railroad is profitable and may buy the abandoned Rutland Railway tracks from the state within eight years. The line hauls daily freight between Bennington and Burlington on 126 miles of dormant Rutland track, with plans to acquire the 37 mile Burlington to Albury segment to connect to New York. The operation employs 44 workers, with 15 more to join if the Albury link is acquired. Rutland workers form most of the staff.
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Meeting Set To Explain Towns Vote On Borrowing
A public information meeting is scheduled for Wednesday June 10 to discuss the June 16 town meeting call. Voters will decide whether to authorize selectmen to borrow up to 160000 dollars for bringing a new industry, with up to 60000 dollars to be repaid over 10 years.
Powers Seeks North Bennington School Board Seat
Lawrence F. Powers announces plans to file as a candidate for the North Bennington School Board vacancy. Incumbent David Barton will not seek re election. Powers, a local businessman and World War I veteran, outlines his community leadership and aims to improve education while controlling costs.
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David C. Barton
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North Beneington
Air Force Reserve
Parean Recreations, Inc
Benenington Town
Mt. Anthony
Dave Barton
Inside Bennington on the new industry questions
An editorial questions the new industry in Bennington and its impact. The piece analyzes local economics, jobs, and community fit, raising concerns and exploring potential benefits for residents.
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Bennington
Shastri Elected To Lead India
New Delhi reports Lal Bahadur Shastri was unanimously chosen by the Congress to succeed Jawaharlal Nehru as prime minister. The 59 year old, seen as a peace maker, warned of a great crisis and urged national unity amid political transition and mourning.
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India
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Nanda
Kumara
Indian Subcontinent
Gibson Upholds Pownal Billboard Ordinance Clash
Atty Gen Charles Gibson Jr ruled a proposed 240 square foot outdoor billboard in Pownal would violate town ordinances. He advised Secretary of State Howard Armstrong not to issue a permit to Maurice Callahan and Sons of Pittsfield. State law caps billboards at 600 square feet while Pownal limits to 12 square feet. Bennington County towns have argued with the Massachusetts firm over the issue.
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Expansion of Asian War Opposed by Sen Aiken
Senator George D. Aiken said the United States should consult with other nations to avoid expanding military actions in Southeast Asia while not withdrawing from South Vietnam. He warned against broad war across the region, noted possible Red Chinese intervention, and supported nonnuclear measures and Thai troop stationing only if requested.
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