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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1963
Page
4
The Bennington Banner issue from March 27 1963 lists publication by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont. It notes daily distribution except Sundays and holidays.
The piece defends Holden order to remove Communist discussion from adult civil defense courses. It argues the dispute is overblown for ten minutes of class and cautions against McCarthyism while noting the core issue is not the content but Vermonters’ reaction to it.
Civil Defense voices dispute the scope of a state course on survival techniques arguing that focus should be on Communist aims in Latin America Africa Asia and the Middle East rather than in Vermont. Critics warn against fear and gossip undermining rational discussion and warn against a McCarthy like resurgence.
The Vermont liquor laws draw criticism as an advertiser is warned for using the phrase all legal beverages in a Manchester area shopper. The piece argues for updating the statutes to fit modern standards and reduce unintended penalties for visitors and locals alike.
Mark Ethridge argues the Clay Report fails to provide sufficient reasoning behind its conclusions and calls for clearer, persuasive argument. He criticizes government insiders and urges accountability from Vermont officials and the press while defending measured aid focusing on Europe and Asia, with attention to Latin America.
Column by Elizabeth Dwyer celebrating the first day of spring as a mood shift from winter. Observes spring delights from muddy boys and freckles to bike adventures, flower hats, deer in West Arlington, and streams freeing from ice. Ends with a playful quote about shedding long underwear.
AP reports that 46 regions face serious jobless problems amid mixed causes from factory closures to shifts in coal, steel, and aerospace. The Federal Reserve notes district employment trends, with 1962 peak manufacturing jobs and 6.1 percent jobless rate by winter.
Lt Governor Ralph A Foote denounces Gov Hoff's vague study plan and calls for concrete policy guidelines. He says Hoff has shifted positions and risks prolonging inaction as Vermonters grow restless with legislative gridlock. Foote plans to return for a possible January special session amid ongoing work this session.
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