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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1968
Page
5
Vermont Governor Philip H. Hoff warns moderates to engage in national issues amid post assassination reflection. He cites apathy and class smugness as dangers to democracy, urging responsible citizens to participate to prevent societal decline. The remarks come as regional comments touch on national unrest.
Lt Gen Hershey arrived in Troy to deliver the main address at RPI ROTC commissioning at 7 p.m. in the Field House as part of the 162nd commencement ceremonies. Gov Rockefeller to give the commencement address. Albany Law grads hear Moore warn of era of change and conflict. New law lets New York residents treat unsolicited merchandise as gifts starting Sept 1.
The Pittsfield School Committee set Louis J. Hebert assistant superintendent for curriculum development salary at 14500, with future top and bottom figures for the role to be defined by a ratio percentage tied to the teachers' schedule. The plan aims to keep administrator pay proportional to teachers and to each other.
University of Vermont faculty discuss how repeated violence on TV and in society shapes public attitudes after the Kennedy shooting. Sociologists warn violence normalizes vigilante acts, while psychiatrists caution against drawing conclusions about individuals. Experts call for gun control discussion and societal reflection.
Coordination plan between University of Vermont and state colleges creates a 13 member higher education council with advisory role and no budget authority. Members include UVM and state college presidents, trustees reps, the state education commissioner, a board rep, a superintendent, four gubernatorial appointees and two Legislative Council members. The proposal refines Rowell’s earlier position.
The Emergency Board held a marathon four and one hour session and approved a 100000 emergency appropriation for Court Administrator Lawrence Turgeon to cover 93000 in operating costs and 11000 for judicial salaries. Turgeon warned deficits may worsen next year due to higher lawyer fees. The board also authorized 112 state government positions, including 37 for Social Welfare to implement a work incentive project under changes to the Aid to Dependent Children program.
In Rutland a 26 member Police Department vote favored joining the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employes Union. Union official Charles Werner said the decision was announced Wednesday night and certification steps would follow with the Vermont Labor Relations Board. Mayor Harold Nichols knew nothing of the union activity. Police Chief Stuart Jenne indicated activity was under way but he had not heard of a vote. Officials suggested the vote and Lt William Murphy’s disciplinary hearing were related though no decision had been made.
Mrs. J. Lloyd O'Donnell president of the National Federation of Republican Women will speak at the Vermont Federation of Republican Women luncheon in Burlington scheduled for June 15. A reception follows from 11 to noon, with 12:30 p.m. luncheon at Olde Board. Guests include James L. Oakes and Elbert G. Moulton and other gubernatorial candidates and their wives.
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