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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1965
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont and releases news on all days except Sundays and holidays.
In Vermont amid a lengthy blackout residents kept life moving with candles and kerosene lamps while officials and professionals continued work by candlelight. The event underscored the fragility of centralized power and urged a thorough investigation to prevent future outages and secure the national grid.
Editor notes George H. Amidon, ex-treasurer, calls Vermont Republicans to refocus on efficiency and integrity in state government. He questions past self-promotion of forward programs and compares GOP strategy to Gov Hoff's high profile. He suggests Democrats’ aggressive image could inspire a GOP counterattack amid inflation and wealth concerns.
Britain grapples with high defense costs and wage pressures as the pound steadies. Lord Cromer and Secretary Fowler aided a rescue of the pound amid sweeping fiscal strains. Healey plans defense cuts while facing German budget reductions, with Britain keeping troops in Germany and facing Viet Nam costs.
The text argues that a democracy must compel citizen action for common good, praising sacrifice in wars for national security. It cites Lt Gen Hershey defending the draft and notes Marshall Lin Piao as a concern. It warns old rivalries weakening shared responsibility from an American perspective.
OLD BENNINGTON columnist laments commercialization of Halloween and other holidays. She notes cars delivering trick or treaters, proposes a glittering outdoor tree idea to reduce door visits, and worries about world focus eroding warm local traditions. She recalls past, simpler gatherings and laments modern gadgets and global concerns intruding on neighborly joy.
A composite reading of letters to the editor criticizes Rutland Herald remarks on vandalized Colonial buildings while praising restoration for tourism and civic pride. The page includes political critiques of John Carrier for District 32, praise for Republican candidates Kenalene J. Collins and Ira D. Whitney, a Red Brick School report on Dorothy Gerrish’s dog obedience class, and local concerns about billboard plans for Manchester.
A veteran day message honors all American veterans for their sacrifice since 1775 and notes Viet Nam losses last week. It praises freedom, civil liberties, and prosperity won by veterans while urging gratitude and awareness of those still seeking equal rights and opportunities.
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