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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1966
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.
Editorial urges President Johnson to propose concrete fiscal measures to control the wage price spiral. It argues Congress and private business won’t curb inflation and warns delaying until after the fall elections risks losing control, urging the president to act in the national interest despite unpopularity.
The Unification Study Committee plans to wait until next fall for another vote on unifying Bennington's many municipal entities into one. Critics warn against long delays while urging prompt reform to avoid ongoing fragmentation. A city form for the Village could emerge later, but would likely worsen overall regional governance.
A Vermont librarian praises Phil Viereck's The Summer I Was Lost as a prizewinning juvenile novel that appeals to both boys and girls. Readers cite a real school-centered story and relatable fear and resilience, contrasting with prize-focused choices that often lie unread on shelves. The piece notes Viereck’s Edison award and consideration for the Dorothy Canfield Fisher prize, and predicts interest in his next work.
Phillip Abbott Luce, once inside the Maoist Progressive Labor party, exposes how the New Left was captured by the old left. He alleges May Second Movement and Dubois Clubs were controlled by veteran Communists led by Gus Hall, turning campus revolts into a tool of established factional power. The book titled The New Left promises documented names and dates fueling potential libel actions.
The Mt Anthony Union High School District prepares its first operating budget of 1.2 million dollars for tonight's annual meeting. Based on past district meetings, only a few taxpayers are expected to attend to question how the funds will be spent. A Banner note highlights Arlington firemen completing a firefighting course led by Shaftsbury Chief Charles Becker who devotes time to instruct volunteers statewide.
In Burlington Vermont two weeks ago Senator George D. Aiken said he supports the President on North Vietnam bombing, sparking debate on whether foreign policy decisions silence the Senate. Reverend William Sloan Coffin challenged him at the Vermont Community Meeting, prompting reflection on Congress’s ability to oppose military action without seeming to oppose troops.
In Albany insiders say a behind the scenes battle for control of the New York Republican organization persists as Javits backs Rockefeller for re election but remains unsure about a national role in 1968. The article notes Javits public support yet cautious positioning and outlines party leaders and aides involved.
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