Nuclear Researcher Approved By Senate Panel for AEC Post
The Joint Committee on Atomic Energy approved Dr Theos J Thompson of Massachusetts for one of five Atomic Energy Commission seats. The MIT Nuclear Research chief faces Senate confirmation as President Nixon’s choice. Thompson defended environmental safeguards amid fears of nuclear pollution and emphasized peaceful atomic uses.
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Davis Signals Cuts in Welfare and State Services
Gov Deane C Davis told a Montpelier Republican dinner that welfare state police education and motor vehicles cannot be eliminated but may face substantial cuts in fiscal year 1971. He did not state whether he would formally recommend deep reductions in the second year of the biennium.
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Westmoreland Avoids Comment on Kennedy Attack on Army
Army Chief of Staff General Westmoreland declined to engage in a dispute with Congress over Vietnam tactics. Speaking at the Boy Scouts of America annual meeting he backed Abrams on emphasis on destroying the enemy and noted Viet Cong battlefield performance has deteriorated while South Vietnamese forces bear more of the burden. He said it was improper to respond to Senator Kennedy's remarks and praised the youths honored that evening.
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Grand Jury Weighs Evidence in Danville Shooting Case
A Caledonia County grand jury will be summoned for June term to decide charges against Reginald Currier 31 of Danville in the death of Daniel Desrochers 18 Danville. Currier is held on 75000 bail at Vermont State Hospital after pleading not guilty by reason of insanity.
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War Protester Seeks Vermont Congress Seat
Dennis Morrisseau, 26, of Burlington, a former Army second lieutenant who picketed the White House in March 1968, announces his bid for the Democratic nomination for Congress in Vermont for 1970.
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Kehoe Seeks Deal For Victory Bog Purchase Price
Fish and Game Commissioner Edward Kehoe aims to meet New England Power Co. vice president Russell Holden next week to bargain a purchase price for Victory Bog. Gov. Davis authorized negotiations after a survey showed the land larger than previously stated and valued at about 182000 by the state appraiser, with the company appraising at 230000. Kehoe hopes to settle around 207000, noting the 25000 gap represents half the difference between estimates. Morrisseau discharged after court martial proceedings were dropped and plans a Vietnam tour, stating he seeks to raise public issues and criticize leadership direction.
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Massachusetts Begins Memorial Day Weekend Early
Massachusetts residents start Memorial Day weekend a week ahead of other states under a state law creating long weekends for certain holidays. The fourth Monday of May, May 26 this year, is designated Memorial Day while May 30 remains the national date. The federal law aligning nationwide observance to the fourth Monday takes effect in 1971.
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Agreement Set To End Chicago Teacher Strike
Chicago teachers vote on a tentative settlement after a 16 hour strike shut 523 public schools and halted class for about 600000 students. CTU president Desmond says members will ratify at a delegates meeting before reopening schools Monday. Funds and specifics are not disclosed.
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Nurse aide pleads insanity in Vermont inmate escape case
Carolyn Chamberlain, 22, of Ferrisburg, pleads innocent by reason of insanity to charges she assisted two Burlington inmates in escaping from the state mental hospital in Waterbury last week. Zane Badore, 27, recaptured. Edward Charbonneau, 23, still at large. Authorities say a pistol was used and smuggled into the facility.
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Governor says 3 percent sales tax not a handicap
Gov. Davis told a Washington County GOP dinner that the 3 per cent sales tax enacted to relieve debt was essential. He said reviewing the budget last November he considered cuts and other tax tweaks but found avoiding the sales tax impossible and expressed pride in it.
Vermont committee to study road emergency button system
A legislative study panel will investigate an interstate electronic button device for motorists in distress. House Institutions Committee Chair Edward Conlin said Maryland already uses the system, where travelers push a button to signal the right help and the call is routed to a central center. The panel will seek Maryland’s details on operation and total costs.
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Vermont seeks executive director for drug rehab efforts
The Vermont Drug Rehabilitation Commission invites applications for an executive director role to develop new approaches to rising illegal drug use. Sister Jacquelyn Willette, chairman, notes the duties include interagency and court coordination, planning improved rehabilitation programs and facilities, and publishing public information on drugs.
Hakey Dies From Putney Crash Injuries
Lawrence D. Hakey 46 of East Dummerston died from injuries after a two car crash on Interstate 91 in Putney. The UPI report notes the fatal injuries occurred Sunday with Hakey succumbing Thursday.
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Johnson-Gov Davis to speak at 88 graduates ceremony
Gov Davis will deliver the commencement address as 88 students receive new degrees at Jn State College Saturday. President Arthur J. Dibden presides as the ceremony honors graduates across programs.
Wald Attacks Militarism at Union College Speech
Harvard biologist Nobel laureate Dr George Wald warned that America risks a right wing revolution in law and order garb and urged Congress to stop the Vietnam War end the draft and cut armed forces from 32 million to under 1 million reallocating funds to urban housing transit nutrition schooling and pollution control. He spoke at Union College to about 600 attendees, receiving standing ovations as he criticized militarization.
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Albany hearing calls for private investment in day care
Albany anti poverty director George Morris told a Governor's Committee hearing that Albany County faces underemployment and post boom constraints. He urged high profit private firms to invest in day care run with public funds. The Albany County Airport reported record net income and passenger volume with sharp gains.
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Clergyman Questions Penn Central Passenger Service Rights
In Pittsfield Berkshire County, Rev Stephen C Rose challenged Penn Central’s limits on passenger trains claiming civil right to choose transportation. He spoke during an Interstate Commerce Commission hearing and warned of possible federal suit if service is not improved. Local redevelopment notes followed in North Adams and Pittsfield with land transfers and urban renewal updates. The Berkshire delegation split on Gov Sargents veto of the beano bill as override failed by four votes in a 146 to 78 tally.
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North Adams plans bid for portable classrooms at Drury High
The North Adams School Committee will solicit bids for four portable classrooms each for 30 students to ease overcrowding at Drury High School. The existing building, designed for 650, currently houses more than 960 students.
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