Liquor Board Seat Challenge Sparks Political Ruckus
A Vermont partisan debate grows over Gov. Hoff's plan for the Liquor Control Board third member. With two current members Democrats, party rules may block another Democrat. Names considered include Sen. Reid Lefevre, Merritt Hewitt Jr., and George Heaslip, a Republican by ticket but once a Democrat. The issue also touches the Parimutuel Racing Commission as party rules tighten. Page 14.
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North Bennington
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France's Coal Miners Stand Firm Against De Gaulle
Paris reports the De Gaulle government faces 200,000 striking miners in a prolonged standoff. Miners demand a 11 percent wage rise and a 40 hour week, while the government offers 5.7 percent. A draft order threatens stern action against leaders, with widespread walkouts hindering negotiations.
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Vermont House votes for split session adjournment
A Republican member proposes an adjourned Vermont House session from May 1 to Jan 8, mirroring Gov Hoff's call for a split session. The plan aims to give the Governor's Planning Council time to study state problems.
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Russians Seek Cuban Cave Deep Storage of War Material
Army intelligence chief Maj. Gen. Alva R. Fitch says Soviets may hoard ammunition, vehicles, and aircraft in thousands of Cuban caves, with roads leading to sites and Cuban officers kept away. He disputes reports of hidden missiles or bombers and notes no nuclear warheads are believed in Cuba.
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Vermont House Ponders 112 Million State Appropriation
The Vermont House considers a bill granting 112,020,894 dollars to run state government for the next two fiscal years. Rep. Hutchinson introduces the measure matching Gov. Hoff budget. The session covers tax cuts, sales of state assets, and reforms to reduce costs.
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School Directors Deny Excessive Costs Charges
Mt. Anthony Union School District directors rebut allegations that a new regional high school would trigger excessive taxes and fees. They cited tax rate mechanics, estimated $7.62 in 1965 66, and a $116 000 architects fee aligning with industry norms. Directors projected about ten district owned buses for first year operations.
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Molly Stark
Bennington
Union High
Bennington Graded School
Walter G. Danishh
Danish
Inside Hancock track ownership court battle closes in
The article outlines the final round in a court fight over track ownership at Hancock, detailing key filings, defendants, and potential outcomes as the case nears resolution.
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Hancock
GOP promises bill of particulars on spending cuts
House Republicans accept President Kennedy's challenge to spell out billion-dollar cuts in the 98.8 billion budget. Leader Halleck and Rep Bow note detailed proposals are prepared for senior subcommittee members as a tax reform dispute unfolds with Kennedy and Treasury officials.
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Kennedy
Charles A. Halleck
Indiana
Frank J’. Bow
Ohio
Thomas Curtis
Missouri
Secretary of the Treasury
Douglas Dillon
Khrushchev's Son-in-Law Meets Pope in Private Audience
Vatican officials report Pope John XXIII granted a private 18 minute audience to Alexei Adzhubei Khrushchev's son-in-law and editor of Izvestia, accompanied by his wife Rada. The meeting marked a first between a Soviet leader's ally and a Roman Catholic pope, details undisclosed.
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Flood Threat Recedes as Norwich Dam Bursts in Conn
Flood fears ease in the Ohio River Basin while Norwich Connecticut floodwaters after heavy rains cause a dam breach. Five killed in a cord manufacturing plant blast, four injured, building wing collapsed.
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Kentucky
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Cook Named To Judiciary Post In Vermont
Montpelier Vermont Sen George W F Cook R Rutland was named chairman of the Judiciary Committee to succeed the late Sen Asa S Bloomer R Rutland. Cook was Bloomer's vice chairman. Sen Reid Lefevre R Bennington becomes Banking and Corporations chairman. Sen James L Oakes R Windham becomes Judiciary vice chairman.
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