Vermont House endorses two beauty bills for state image
The Vermont House advanced two beautification measures to improve the state's image with scenic corridors along select routes and a ban on junkyards near major highways. A third compensation bill for open land was tabled amid concerns about funding. The fate of all measures hinges on Senate action before the March 12 deadline.
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Defenders Hold Out At U S Special Forces Camp Near Laos
A heavily outnumbered force of 13 Americans and hundreds of Vietnamese tribesmen fought a Viet Cong siege at A Shan Special Forces camp in the Rao Lao River Valley near the Laotian border. Air support was hampered by weather as several planes were shot at or damaged and casualties were reported on both sides.
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Vermont House rejects sun tanners ban on council seats
In Montpelier, a clash over a scenic corridors bill ended with a 34 to 97 vote defeating Rep. Emory Hebard's proposal to bar residents less than 10 years in Vermont from joining the Scenery Preservation Council. Several lawmakers defended newcomers, noting a third of members would be disqualified under the rule.
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St. Johnsbury
John L. Battles
West Rutland
Peter Joseph
D-50
Island Pond
Theodore M. Riehle Jr
R-112
South Burlington
Riehle
Peter Giuliani
George van Santvoord
Bennington
Partridge
Rep. Heberd
Con Con Legislation Doomed This Session
In Montpelier the House delayed a 1967 constitutional convention bill by sending it to Appropriations, with Speaker Mallary doubtfully predicting action before Saturday adjournment. He opposed the measure, noting weak House support, and opposition from Rep. Edward Eurich. If reported this week, the bill likely dies in the House with the Senate to follow. Additionally the House passed a driver education bill requiring helmets for motorcycle operators and other measures including a judicial selection board, tax law review, billboard regulation, and a state inspection service. all Senate-amended and awaiting House concurrence before governor action.
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Prouty Social Security rider gains Senate approval
In a split vote the Senate backed Sen. Winston Prouty’s social security rider to extend benefits to 1.8 million Americans aged 70 and over, a move offset by a $3.4 billion five year cost. The measure would help elderly retirees including farmers, government workers, police, firefighters and teachers.
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President urges all out war on crime with three stage plan
President Johnson asks Congress to back a national war on crime. The plan includes immediate crime prevention, detection, and prosecution. a long range follow through. and tackling crime at its roots. Proposals favor federal gun sale controls, faster courts, bail reform, and treating addicts as sick, while punishing narcotics traffickers.
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Regulations Issued For Cable TV Systems
Washington FCC Tuesday issued formal rules governing the nations 1600 CATV systems backing its Feb 15 order placing CATV under federal oversight. The rules freeze expansion into the 100 largest markets and require hearings for entry or extension, with eight days notice to avoid duplicating local broadcasts. They also mandate carry of local signals graded B or better and require ownership and subscriber data filings.
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Inside Columnist Dwyer Comments on LBJ Milk Program
Inside columnist Elizabeth Dwyer analyzes President Lyndon B Johnson and the milk for schoolchildren program highlighting policy aims and public reaction. Editorial note reflects on political debate and social impact.
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Elizabeth Dwyer
Vermont Senate approves Bennington unified charter bill
The Vermont Senate unanimously passed a bill creating a unified charter for Bennington, eliminating the village government. Sen. Salvatore Santarcangelo noted Bennington’s nine local government units have merged school districts and will now operate under one charter after gubernatorial approval. The House previously approved the bill with a cat regulation reference removed.
Tomhannock Reservoir Overflowing in Troy Water Supply
The Tomhannock Reservoir in Tomhannock New York, main water source for Troy, is overflowing for the first time in two years after heavy snowfall and weekend rains push water six inches above capacity. Water Bureau Superintendent John P Buckley noted the level is more than full, a relief for drought-stricken areas.
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Daylight Time Bill Sparks House Fight Amid Push for Uniform Time
A UPI report notes a House revolt brewing over a plan to make summer daylight time nearly automatic nationwide. The bill, approved by committee, would set uniform dates and require state action to opt out, with a floor clash likely if it reaches debate.
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UPI
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