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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1968
Page
2
Burlington listeners escaped the 20th anniversary repeat of the War of the Worlds drama on a local radio station, triggering widespread panic and alarm as residents reported hearing simulated sounds and drama during the broadcast.
Chrysler Corp. seeks a permanent injunction in Burlington federal court to overturn Motor Vehicle Commissioner James Malloy’s refusal to pass two 1969 Dodge models for state inspection. Malloy said the single candle powered light is a safety hazard possibly dazzling drivers and resembling police lights. Chrysler asserts state safety standards approved the car and its equipment, with the Vermont case part of a broader set of lawsuits in multiple states.
MONTPELIER API Budget and Management Director Ron Crisman Friday named his second in command. Selected as assistant budget director and chief of management services was Richard Becker 33 of Lincoln Nebraska. Becker a native of St Louis comes to Vermont after a two year stint as state budget director in Nebraska. He takes over the job held by Crisman before he moved up to highway commissioner.
Newport Vermont. In district court jury acquitted Feliciano Vigario of Brownington of breach of peace charges connected with Labor Day harassment of Rev. David Johnson of Irasburg. Four co-defendants pleaded guilty and received $25 fines with suspended 30-day terms. Jury deliberated under two hours. Patrick McMahon of Orleans remains to be tried.
Vermont candidate John Daley unveiled a three point program to boost natural resources. He seeks more state aid for regional development councils, creation of regional river basin commissions, and a land purchase agency. He also backs full funding for the Student Assistance Corporation and notes multi agency cooperation improves efficiency.
The Legislative Council Gun Control Study Committee will hold a public hearing Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at Braintree Randolph High School in Randolph to discuss a draft bill requiring handgun owner registration. The proposal would bar probationers or parolees and the mentally incompetent from firearm possession and give DPS authority over outdoor short gun registrations. it would also require guardian or parent consent for gun use by those under 21.
In St. Albans Franklin County jurors convict Charles Barrett 23 of first degree murder for the May 19 stabbing death of Clifton Combs 56 of Richford. An automatic appeal to the Vermont Supreme Court follows under state law.
Gladys Irons 64 wife of Dr J G Irons Sr died in Port Charlotte and will be buried in Bennington Vt where her husband practiced chemistry. She was born April 2 1904 in Winchendon Mass taught organ and music, survived by three sons and others, memorials to American Cancer Society. William P Wallace 70 former Cushman worker in North Bennington died in Hoosick Falls while being moved to hospital, survived by wife two daughters a son and 10 grandchildren. Requiem High Mass set for Monday in Hoosick Falls.
Salisbury poll forecasts a Republican landslide for the coming election. Nixon is pegged at 56.5 percent with Humphrey 39.1 and Wallace 4.4. In state races Deane Davis leads with about 62.3 percent to John Daley's 33.3.
This week’s YMCA duplicate bridge results corrects the runners up to Maggie Clark and Helen Woodworth. A Banner ad note fixes Yott’s Market chicken price to 33 cents. Also listed: three room furnished apartment for rent with heat and gas. Iron Kettle roast prime ribs dinner for $3. Dr J H Manes office closure Nov 5 to 8 for a medical assembly. vote Democrat on Election Day Nov 5 with transport help by calling 447 7610.
In Long Beach California UPI reports Leo Greene special assistant to the city manager accompanied Mayor Edwin Wade to Bixby Elementary School. A letter dated Thursday to Greene from Room 12 thanks him for attending the speech noting he did not say much but appreciated his presence.
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