Fast Senate Action Seen For Excise Tax Reduction
In Washington, President Johnson’s 4.8 billion excise tax cut neared Senate passage after a swift House approval by 401 to 6. The bill would eliminate federal sales taxes on about 40 items over the next three years, with Byrd’s Finance Committee planning to take it up Tuesday, interrupting welfare debate. Supporters say it cuts taxes amid a deficit, while critics question timing.
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Vermont Senate approves school district consolidation plan
The Vermont Senate unanimously approved Gov. Hoff's priority bill to create larger comprehensive school districts. An amendment cutting state aid for forming districts from 30 to 10 percent was defeated. The measure allows local districts to choose partners, establishes a 15 member advisory commission, and requires a geographic plan by October with feasibility studies to follow in the fall.
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Village trustees ponder plans to ease highway congestion
On page 3 the Inside Village Trustees weigh options to relieve highway congestion. Page 4 notes a poor season at Pow nal track contrasted with abundant Montpelier riches in an editorial. Page 5 reports Bennington Selectmen revive interest in Barney Brook diversion project. Page 8 announces Dave Ordway named unanimous choice for Western Vermont League all star baseball team.
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Gemini 4 Mission Shines Despite Near Rendezvous Flaw
Astronauts James McDivitt and Edward White launched Gemini 4 from Cape Kennedy aboard a Titan 2 booster. They failed to achieve a close approach to the second stage, risking the planned space walk, but the mission proceeded with an orbit of 100 to 175 miles. Ground control advised saving fuel for the intended rendezvous. White prepared for the space walk, while McDivitt steered for a safer distance as the booster tumbled end over end.
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Sixth Graders Write and Produce Their Own Theater Pieces
At Molly Stark School sixth graders, guided by Mrs. Gen eva Lariviere and drama consultant Mrs. Patricia Sherman, wrote, directed, and acted in original plays inspired by theater experiences. The cohort created five dramas, including Never Too Late To Smile and The Forgotten Loaf, with plots from a landlord evicted by dolls to a job hunt ending in gold, plus student scripts prompted by color themes and donated props.
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Rooster
Linda Hayden
Mark Wilson
Kerry Gershanek
Molly Stark
Geneva Lariviere
Patricia Sherman
University of Vermont
Arena Theater
Solomon Crosby
Mrs. Bimily
Ricky Howe
Reapportionment Action In Senate Seen Not Far Off
Vermont Senate moves toward formal action on reapportionment plans under a federal court order. A straw vote backed merging Chittenden Grand Isle and Essex Orleans counties for elections while four remapping options are reviewed. Priority bills include weighted votes and redrawing county lines to preserve a 30-seat chamber.
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State and Court Expenses Committee
LBJ seeks to cut silver in coins amid impending shortage
President Johnson asked Congress to remove silver from dimes and quarters and cut half dollar silver content by more than half to prevent melting of coins and a potential rise in silver prices. New dimes and quarters would use copper and nickel. half dollars would also change, while the $1 coin stays 9:1 silver to copper.
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House Overturns Hoff Veto On Samaritan Bill
The Vermont House, dominated by Republicans, voted 186 to 43 to override Governor Hoff's veto of the good samaritan bill. The measure would shield doctors, nurses, and bystanders who aid at accident scenes from civil liability. The bill now moves to the Senate for a two-thirds vote to accept the veto override.
Junta Coup Hinted By Imbert Foes
Diplomatic sources report disgruntled Maj. Gen. Antonio Imbert Barrera loyalists may try to oust him. Navy commander Francisco Rivera Caminero denied an anti-Imbert coup. Diplomats say Imbert’s move to inter American neutralization of the White House caused deep junta rifts as Brazilian peacekeepers isolate the building from rebels.
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Testimonial Tonight For Rep Simpson In Montpelier
W Arthur Simpson of Lyndon, longtime Vermont official and four time gubernatorial candidate, will be honored at a testimonial dinner by Republicans and Democrats. He is regarded as a leading authority on Vermont history and has served as social welfare commissioner.
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