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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1963
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont.
The Banner argues that voters should approve the union school bond issue, saying many criticisms show a lack of study of facts and costs. It contends a no vote does not end the problems and warns that districts wouldface costly, mediocre outcomes without the plan.
The piece argues voters should decide the school bond on overall merit, not quarrel over auditorium size site homeroom and library plans. It urges voting yes to build a first rate school benefiting thousands of children yet unborn, prioritizing public interest over personal concerns.
Gov Hoff announces Walter Foeger named to the Vermont Development Board joining Alexander Drysdale of Bennington as chair. Foeger, developer of Jay Peak near North Troy, brings aggressive promotion style and ski industry insight to state economic efforts. The move honors Vermont’s ski economy and aims to leverage outside expertise for statewide growth.
Minneapolis Star argues for a faithful Congressional Record and strict limits on editorial edits by members. The piece contends the Record should reflect actual floor remarks, not post hoc changes, urging reforms to preserve it as a true record.
Two recent revolutions in Iraq and Syria, led by pro-Nasser socialists, raise hopes for regional stability but the Israel issue remains unresolved. The piece notes postwar colonial changes, ongoing Arab distrust of Israel, and refugee tensions that continue to fuel conflict in the Middle East.
A reader urges Sen Edward M Kennedy to present photographer Philip Lawson with a new camera after Kennedy damaged the original and exposed the film. The letter also notes broader comments on Middle East politics and local education debates, including a Vermont high school question and skiing culture.
Albany report notes a bitter fight in Kings County for the county chairmanship that could shape the New York Democratic Party and affect U S Sen Keating's renomination. Key figures Wagner and Steingut clash over leadership and mayoral succession as national leaders watch.
AP analysis notes Kennedy faces a shifting Congress as foreign affairs dominate. Rep George Mahon calls for secrecy over intelligence leaks while Republicans and Democrats press for Cuba details. McCone cites 1500 Cuban trained guerrillas as the debate intensifies.
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