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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1966
Page
4
The Bennington Banner published daily except Sundays and holidays by the Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont.
A U S editorial endorses a U.N. committee to study a two China membership approach. It notes U.S. support for keeping Taiwan in the U.N. while considering Red China, hopes for a committee recommendation to admit both governments, and argues such a move could broaden U.N. legitimacy and efficacy.
The piece contrasts a festering Thanksgiving turkey image with a Vermont ACLU branch forming to influence civil liberties and how local efforts against Playboy backfire. It also covers Bennington and Manchester political maneuvering for speaker of the House and Mallory’s reelection bid, reflecting editorial views on science’s deadly power and civic life in Burlington.
Six years after meeting President Kennedy Dean Rusk remains secretary of state. His travel record exceeds Dulles and Johnson plans more tours to Asia. Critics say constant travel hurts health while supporters cite loyalty and insistence on core U.S. policy.
The piece argues Congress should declare a national emergency and authorize limited mobilization of reserves and extended enlistments to signal resolve in Viet Nam. It cites Hanson Baldwin on the need for a formal notice that the United States intends to win the war. It also notes public commentary on numbers, gambling, and travel discomfort of the President and Rusk during a Manila stop.
A set of letters to the editor discuss patriotism amid Veterans Day activities. Writers support honoring veterans through parades and marching while noting students’ vacation plans and prior commitments. They urge schools to foster patriotism broadly, emphasize that patriotism includes service, and call for community programs beyond marching bands.
A column blends nature notes from Searsburg and Wilmington with a personal tip about joining a bowling team. The author recalls slow bird arrivals, family routines, and a modest first bowling outing, then muses on Thanksgiving traditions, heritage, and wartime gratitude while noting changes in holiday cooking and modern conveniences.
North Wood depicts autumn hues with pines in green and maples in red, contrasting natural shifts with human habit. The verse applauds those who rise above routine, inspiring the world with bright, bold light, credited to Mrs. Martie Lois Robertson of Arlington.
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