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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1967
Page
4
The Bennington Banner operates daily except Sundays and holidays under Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont 95201.
Editorial argues for public financing of campaigns as a better alternative to private donations. It notes Senate rejection of earmarked tax payments and President Johnson’s proposal for treasury subsidies with equal major party funding and retroactive minor party reimbursement. Highlights flaws, including minor party disadvantage and ongoing private contributions, but urges experimentation to solve funding issues.
The editor notes Barton L. Jenks of Shaftsbury will not seek re election to the Mt Anthony Union High School board. He helped run finances and will stay active in education. Vying candidates and two Bennington School District seats are expected to appear. Also urged are peaceful, constructive responses to protests and warned against vandalism at demonstrations. The piece critiques the film Casino Royale and Ursula Andress’s performance, predicting a decline in Bond films and comparing it to broader cultural shifts. Burlington Free Press.
A sweeping look at 1960s dissent notes the split between new lefts and old rights, King and Carmichael clashing over war, and rising polarization in both major parties. Labor anxiety and a shift toward sectarian conformity underline a turbulent summer ahead with no real consensus in sight.
A Burlington letter argues that antiwar critics misread President Johnson and urges calmer discussion. It asserts the president acts to secure re election, rationalizes his choices, and warns against demonizing him. The writer calls for reducing antiwar hysteria and initiating dialogue with opponents.
The text hints at better days to come with renewed interest in diverse experiences. It contrasts boring homogeneity with potential gains from the Eisenhower era, suggesting a shift toward a perceived golden age and brighter times ahead.
The author warns Vermont faces urban growth and denser populations, risking higher costs for infrastructure and water. He cites New York City density linked mental illness, urges slowing growth, and praises resistance to change as in Manchester Village while noting practical limits on land use and services.
Report on Charles A Schoeneck Jr taking over as state GOP chair. He faces rebuilding finances after costly campaigns and moving to preserve Republican control of governor’s office and legislature. Rumors persist Rockefeller may retire after his current term, reshaping a looming succession battle with Perry Duryea Jr. Malcolm Wilson and John V. Lindsay also in contention.
Wilson has long sought Rockefeller’s chair but will not move while the governor pursues re election. Observers think he cannot secure the GOP nomination unless Rockefeller leaves office early, which is deemed possible if Romney wins the presidency. Rockefeller himself could later become the Republican nominee or take a cabinet post if elected president.
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