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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1968
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont 05201.
Editorial argues the conflict centers on the Viet Cong and South Vietnamese government, not the United States and North Vietnam. It urges a phased U.S. withdrawal by March 1969, conditional on negotiations with the NLF, to break the Paris stalemate and reduce American entanglement.
Washington reports two core beliefs at the highest civilian level about Vietnam. Hanoi has decided the war cannot be won, while the United States expects Paris talks to continue with no ultimatum from Hanoi. May infiltration rose, but many troops were replacements. American casualties ran high as the Communists fought to pressure concessions. The talks’ outcome remains uncertain as the November election may shift American policy.
The Central Planning Office in Montpelier publishes The Comprehensive Plan for Outdoor Recreation in Vermont. It forecasts rising demand for beaches and water activities in Region II, outlines 11 regional goals, and aims to guide public and private recreation while preserving environment and scenic corridors.
Editor argues debates inform voters and expose candidates’ views and personalities. Notes Gov Rockefeller’s liberal stance and pursuit of delegates, McCarthy Kennedy appeal to voters, and Vermont GOP delegation’s reception. Mentions Reuben Levin’s moderator bid, Marquis Childs’ absence, and Bill Mauldin touring for new material.
The writer responds to Gov Hoff and a May 7 tax commissioner reply disputing 500 percent tax increases since 1946. He questions sources on income and wages, notes gaps in state education standards, and critiques funding and school requirements. The excerpt ends with a quote about Columbia University disruptions and Abe Fortas.
Arlington, ROBERT V JONES argues against property taxes and for income taxes to fund local government. He calls for eliminating property and inventory assessments, taxing nonresidents with summer homes, and state operation of schools. He critiques hiring practices and calls for reading, English, history, and math emphasis in secondary education. He cites concerns with teacher salaries, athletic programs, and racial understanding schemes. He urges statewide tax reform to measure burden by income and reduce inequity.
Beverly Willettte reports from Emerald Lake Dorset where a New England Labor Council picnic for Bennington and Rutland OEO centers exposed widespread poverty in Vermont. Children lacked food and heat, some had never seen a horse or cow, yet the day brought relief and determination to help, with plans to act next month.
Arlington Garden Club laments vandalism as geraniums and petunias planted by volunteers are stolen or damaged. Each spring members beautify the town at the junction of U S 7 and Vermont 313, yet one to 12 plants are stolen yearly. This year plants in East Arlington Post Office window boxes were torn out and scattered. The club asks for solutions to curb the vandalism.
A Texas millionaire explains he drives to help insomnia. When asked why not a Cadillac, he quips in a humorous exchange about driving in his bedroom. The brief gag highlights a traveller's encounter with a boastful driver and a punchline about rest.
A reader praises Willow Park in The Banner describing a pleasant picnic spot with buttercups daisies and pink clover. The view of Bennington is magnificent and breezes keep bugs minimal. The writer says they will return and recommend the park to others. Connie Burnell.
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