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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1962
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily excluding Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont.
Editorial notes that Vermont elected Democrat Philip Hoff as governor for the first time in a century. It credits Hoff's win to factors including dissident Republicans forming the Vermont Independent Party, while criticizing the previous Republican regime for arrogance, stagnation, and weak candidates. the piece suggests both major parties may benefit from the new balance.
The piece weighs how personal appeal and office presence influence Vermont political races. It compares Hoff with Rockefeller Morgenthau Keyser and Stafford, noting youth and limited exposure for Raynolds and suggesting his potential beyond a single race. It hints at progressive policy value if given chance.
A public dispute arises over the Kennedy administration’s handling of Cuban crisis news flow. Arthur Sylvester defends using information timing as a weapon to pressure the Soviet removal of missiles, while critics warn of dangerous censorship and propaganda risks in crisis journalism.
The piece argues intelligence reports warned of a buildup in weeks before and notes official statements described Soviet Cuban weapons as defensive. It claims U.S. media misinformed the public to push fear of invasion and that call-ups and rhetoric signaled further action. It warns of dangers to press freedom if a “one voice” policy persists.
A reflection on Cuba and India shows the Kennedy Khrushchev pact testing US leverage and Soviet vulnerability. The piece argues Castro risks penalties through a tightened blockade, while Soviet protection wanes as China grows stronger.
The Banner invites Letters to the Last Refuge column readers to discuss patriotism and democracy. It poses questions on Social Security, education funding, tax policy, labor rights, anti discrimination, consumer protections, disarmament, and free speech. Letters 200 words preferred. signatures and addresses required.
A grateful American, Mrs Margaret Wilson of North Bennington, reports a wonderful sight on election morning as Old Glory fell on her standard and whipped out over the Veteran's Memorial in the cemetery on upper Main Street. May she always ride as high.
An opinion piece skewers deer season in Vermont with humorous portraits of hunters and their gear. It notes the mix of careful and reckless behavior, the ritual preparations by spouses, and the thrill of a successful hunt ending in venison. The essay lampoons the cultural fever of early hunt mornings and hunter pride.
A letter writer commends the positive, civil discourse in the letters section and praises Mrs. Toolan of Old Bennington for her Bluebird Report. The writer condemns hateful political vitriol and hopes for peace, expressing admiration for bird-watchers and a wish to join them.
A Bennington Association member praises the Greater Bennington Association for boosting tourism and community projects. The summer news sheet lists activities like Bennington Bounces Back and fall foliage weekends with sugar on snow and crafts exhibits. A weekly workshop on Freedom vs. Communism is co sponsored and well attended.
Mrs Elizabeth P Beach of Bennington commends the GBA and the director for community projects. She urges residents to support the organization and appreciates its impact on guest houses stores and restaurants.
Gregory J. Edson of East Arlington critiques Buckley and Crispe on an eleventh hour “co-chairmenship” bid for independent candidates. He argues the move aims to claim influence over splinters and warns it may mislead voters about Hoff signatures and Banner analyses.
A traveler recalls stopping on a high Ozark road to watch a sunrise and spotting a dilapidated cabin below. A local friend jokes that anyone there would trigger a rush of kids from the shack within minutes.
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