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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1962
Page
2
Robert C. Ryder about 50 of Putney died early today when his car skidded on Route 30, sideswiped a tree, then hit another head on. Police said he was alone. crash happened shortly after midnight as he lost control negotiating a curve. It is Vermont’s 13th highway death this year.
Vermont officials warn Orange County milk shippers face loss of markets if Bethel creamery stops accepting canned milk after May 1. Towne notes 24 milk can plants closed in two years and 170 handlers could be affected unless they switch to bulk operations. In a separate update Burlington reports scattered hepatitis cases across the state, reflecting national trends.
Three state fiscal officers discussed an improved accrual accounting system for Vermont's federal and state highway funds before a legislative commission. Auditor David Anderson Finance Director William Shepard and Chief Auditor Bruce Mosher outlined the proposal amid concerns over delays in voucher submissions for federal fund reimbursements. Senate chair James Oakes welcomed the move citing Commission recommendations.
The New York legislature approved Gov. Rockefeller’s plan to raise the state minimum wage to 1.25 dollars and authorize a 25 million dollar annual pay rise for state employees. The wage increases occur in two stages with 1.15 dollars by October 15 and 1.25 dollars by October 15, 1964. Both measures passed the Senate unanimously and the Assembly 116 to 14.
A stubborn blaze in Colonie destroyed millions of state government forms stored in a warehouse. Investigators could not determine the cause. No tax records were lost though many forms including passenger car applications and license tests were burned. Hudson Falls rally protests county sales tax. COST leader Bombard said officials erred by not informing the public. A supervisor announced possible vote reversal amid petitions claimed by about 8 000 residents.
Williams College President John E Sawyer announces Dr Robert T Ward will join as assistant professor of physics effective July 1. Ward comes from Harvey Mudd College where he has taught since 1958. His wife writes and illustrates children's books. Fall River growth question rises in Berkshire County.
Army engineers report increased summer opportunities in Vermont with park like facilities at North Springfield Townshend Ball Mountain and North Hartland reservoirs. Access includes swimming boating picnicking camping, with May to June completion targets and bids planned for North Hartland.
The White House announced that the Shah of Iran and Empress Farah will make a state visit to the United States next month. President Kennedy invited the Iranian rulers, who will arrive in New York on April 10 and go to Washington the following day.
The Soviet Union claims a vast civil defense network with shelters gas masks and protective clothing. The 406 page translation of Medical and Civil Defense in Total War highlights these plans and is issued by the U.S. Commerce Department.
In Elgin Illinois, 9 year old Tom Wicklein and Matt Fischer told NASA chief James E Webb they did something brave to qualify as astronauts. They described a sled stunt under snow where Matt rode over Tom on a hill, claiming it required courage. Webb noted bravery plus the need for education, as the boys aspire to astronaut training after John Glenn’s orbital flight.
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