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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1965
Page
2
The U.S. Army Weapons Command at Rock Island Illinois awarded General Electric Co. an 8.95 million dollar contract for production of an improved 20 millimeter Vulcan gunpod. Work will be performed at GE's Burlington Vermont plant.
Montpelier Vermont State Public Service Commission chair Ernest W. Gibson III says the recent Northeast blackout will prompt increased safeguards for power systems. He supports inter-ties with other grids and notes Charles Ross backs the concept. They met in Boston at a conference on the outage.
A two day conference in Burlington November 30 and December 1, announced by the Public Health Service in Washington, will consider complaints that pollution originating at the International Paper Co mill in Ticonderoga, New York, disturbs Shoreham. Gov. Philip H. Hoff asked the meeting to address the issue.
Springfield reports the School Board remains considering a public kindergarten while consulting Henry Kite head of the summer Head Start project. Kite believes a public kindergarten run by the schools may not address the project’s more serious problems as effectively.
The Vermont Congressional Delegation announced a federal grant of 294 741 dollars to the University of Vermont for a Life Science Building costing 2 389 150 dollars. Construction starts January and is slated to finish in September 1967.
Alfred L. Dequette, 25, of Springfield, accidentally shot himself in the knee while tracking a bear in SOUTH READING. Police say he tripped over barbed wire atop a stone wall, fell on his rifle, and the discharge struck both bones in his right leg below the knee.
Mrs Harold E Slack was reelected governor of the Vermont Society of Mayflower Descendants at the annual Montpelier meeting. Sen Graham Newell of St Johnsbury, president of the Vermont Historical Society, addressed the gathering and spoke on Vermont’s role in national history.
Tax Commissioner Joseph H. Murphy announced that the two percent sales tax does not apply to group checks for meals when each individual charge is under $1. The rule targets meals costing under $1, excluding larger combined totals.
Attorney General Louis K. Lefkowitz declares he will seek renomination in 1966. His move counters rumors that Gov. Rockefeller plans to choose new running mates, with Rockefeller already backing Lefkowitz and Lt. Gov. Malcolm Wilson for the ticket.
The Rensselaer County Board of Supervisors meets at 7:30 pm to examine a tentative general fund budget totaling 11,665,986.87. Officials expect approval of most items but aim to abolish an 18,000-dollar-per-year director post at the Mental Health Clinic and scrutinize two 7,200-dollar typists' positions as part of a “cut to the bone” approach.
Mt. Greylock Protective Association plans to push a measure in this week's legislature to abolish the Tramway Authority and its Mt. Greylock development plans. Association president William Tague said the bill will be aimed for action in the 1966 session.
Consultant John FE Marshall defended the educational specs for a proposed 1250 pupil school in a joint session with the High School Building Commission Mayor Del Gallo and the School Committee. He estimated total cost near 5 million if the facility lasts 15 or more years with capacity to 1500 students.
Opening Monday at the Williams College Museum of Art showcases paintings and drawings by Joseph M. Wood III from the college art department and a photographic exhibit titled The Direct Approach lent by the George Eastman House in Rochester New York remaining on view through December 15.
The Park and Recreation Commission chair said a small portable rope tow and lights for night skiing will be installed at the hill in front of Brayton School, with operations expected this winter.
Montpelier Vermont United Press International says State Motor Vehicle Commissioner James Malloy, seeking to add 200000 dollars to the state treasury, will audit back automobile transfer and registration records. Four temporary staffers will review four years of records and issue unpaid notices. Walkers face 20 days to pay or risk license suspension. Legislation to make tax due at purchase may be sought.
In Hazleton Iowa parents resist forced public schooling for Amish children. Gov Hughes announced a truce after a tense showdown with truancy officers and deputies as children chanted Jesus Loves Me. The county insists on accredited teachers or public schooling.
New York hosts Princess Margaret and Lord Snowdon for a grand farewell supper in the Four Seasons kitchen. About 200 guests will pick their meals buffet style before the couple departs Wednesday afternoon from Kennedy Airport to leave the United States.
Nancy Keller an eight year old swimmer escaped after being held in an attic for nearly a day. She telephoned her father Dr. Douglas Keller who rushed to retrieve her as authorities arrested 18 year old Douglas Emerich believed to be her abductor. Nancy is to be taken to Monroe for identification. The town of Bastrop celebrated as officers and volunteers hunted for the missing child.
In Boston a U S District Court judge allowed Ray Charles to remain free for one year while he seeks to end his narcotic habit. The 34 year old entertainer pleaded guilty to illegal possession of marijuana and is voluntarily undergoing treatment in California. He may be ordered to report for court examinations. sentencing was deferred for a year.
Scientists from the Air Force Cambridge Research Laboratory and Lockheed California Co will observe the moon from Thailand during an annular eclipse to verify reports of a three mile bulge first noted in 1962 and 1963. They will use cameras telescopes mirrors radio gear and chronometers to collect data for later analysis.
Manhattan Kansas United Press International reports Fulbright scholar Miss Jean Sloop of Kansas State University says many items Americans deem essential for happiness are not needed. She notes European students typically have less money and drive fewer cars, challenging American assumptions about luxury.
The Bennington Banner lists contact numbers for newsroom and advertising, notes publication daily except Sundays and holidays at 425 Main St Bennington Vermont 05201, and provides subscription rates by mail within Vermont and elsewhere in the U S with three month six month and yearly options.
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