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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1964
Page
4
The Bennington Banner serves daily except Sundays and holidays from 425 Main Street Bennington Vermont, under the Banner Publishing Corporation. The notice outlines publication schedule and corporate address for the Vermont newspaper.
The piece argues Goldwater's plan to send Eisenhower on a fact finding mission to South Vietnam is a political tactic. It notes Ike would likely decline and discusses the 1952 parallels, Johnson's Vietnam policy, and Lodge’s past role. It concludes Goldwater is stuck between opposing coexistence and not risking war, with Ike reluctant to engage.
The editorial notes the distribution of None Dare Call It Treason at the Bennington County GOP headquarters and condemns extremist propaganda. It cites millions spent annually on broadcasts and literature, urges countering misinformation, and highlights concern across political lines about the Birch Society and related groups.
The Chewelah Independent notes the Johnson and Goldwater speeches in the current campaign fall short next to Stevenson’s 1952 addresses. The piece argues Kennedy Nixon rivalries once set broad standards while today no single speech from the major candidates stands out amid debates on economy and foreign policy.
An examination of how crowds and newspaper endorsements do not always predict outcomes. Historical note cites 1909 New York mayoral race where Gaynor won despite little press support due to strong Tammany machinery. The piece highlights ongoing precinct work and political organization across cities.
A historical perspective notes that campaign crowds and media appeal do not reliably predict outcomes. It recalls Cox and Harding campaigns, Bryan's big audiences, Dewey and Truman dynamics, Kennedy in 1960, and the elusive silent vote, emphasizing that voters’ economic concerns often weighed more than speeches or showmanship.
A critical essay argues that the 1960s US election fails to define core issues. It notes Goldwater highlights broad problems like crime, government growth, and world power, but offers no debatable proposals. The piece contends genuine dialogue requires two capable debaters, which is not present.
The author compares Vermont and Ireland as rural gems with distinct progress, noting Ireland’s old fashioned charm alongside Vermont’s slick progress. Beginning at Pan Am JFK, five travelers depart for Shannon, recounting flight comfort and the surreal glide east toward Ireland before arriving at Dromoland Castle for rest and sleep.
Leonard J Black of Bennington urges Vermonters to think together on conserving natural resources notably water. He stresses community action, responsible use of household appliances, and engaging youth in planning for the town and state’s future.
The International Team ster notes women continually pursue changes in weight and appearance, reflecting a recurring theme of discontent with body image and ongoing efforts to alter their figures.
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