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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1964
Page
4
The Bennington Banner issued May 5 1964 as a daily with Sundays and holidays excluded. Published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont.
A Puerto Rican plumber, Isaac Borges, says he was denied union membership in New York City. He argues for the freedom to join a union, highlighting how union rules block him from both entry and employment. The case spots a loophole in the right to work argument and questions union openness.
Why fear minorities now and in history. The piece argues fear stems from false stereotypes and avoidance of personal problems. It urges equal rights, honest self reflection, and that true freedom comes with universal liberty for all.
Indiana primary tests Governor Wallace's cross party appeal and its impact on civil rights legislation. Analysts note his Wisconsin showing and Southern resistance, with Indiana's conservative tradition influencing turnout and cross over voting. His campaign centers on opposition to federal civil rights measures and its effects on free enterprise and local governance.
Washington hears that lie detectors are expanding from government screening to private industry and defense work. The hearings question scientific basis, with experts calling the practice risky and demeaning, while the Pentagon and Army run courses and field tests for portable polygraphs.
Paul Eagan of Bennington writes to The Banner praising Alexander Drysdale and editor Jay Wulfson. He cites biographical notes on John Godfrey Saxe, quotes verses critiquing news and aristocracy, and links themes to Civil Rights debates in Washington.
Mrs. Irving Willett of Pageant Street Bennington asks The Banner if any group bands birds locally after she found two goldfinches with shiny new bands at her feeder last Thursday and Friday.
Visiting Editor The Fancy Pup Set Yaps critiques President Johnson for lifting his beagles by the ears. Pet fashion and dog experts argue proper lifting is under the belly instead. A light note on beagles roaming the White House lawn and a Georgia hunter dog legend end the piece, followed by a jokey bit about airline hostesses and dating.
Critics overlook the beagles at the White House and, if questioned, would note they enjoy being with Mr. Johnson. The beagles swarm around him, are the President's favorite breed, and descend from hunting dogs that chased Texas rabbits for generations. They like to be played with and they
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