Vermont Airports Hearing Eyes State Run System
The Vermont Aeronautics Board holds a public hearing in Montpelier on a plan to create a statewide network of regional state operated airports. The proposal aims to ensure no resident is more than 40 miles from a field and would guide legislation for transferring airports from municipalities to the state. The Burlington Airport Commission opposes the plan.
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Montpelier
UPI
Vermont Aeronautics Board
Edward Knapp
Burlington Airport Commission
Vermont MDTA project funds first 1967 approval
Federal approval of an Individual Referral MDTA project for Vermont allocates 59 625 dollars. Up to 25 Vermonters may be trained individually or in small groups in nondegree courses such as trailer truck operation, mechanical drafting, hairstyling, upholstering, watch repairing, child care and similar fields.
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Montpelier
Vermont
Stella B. Hac'i
Department of Employment Security
Vermont art talent contest for high school seniors
The Vermont Federation of Women's Clubs announces the 15th annual art talent contest for 1966-67 high school seniors. Cash prizes and three Hallmark Cards sponsored college scholarships will be awarded to statewide entrants who plan to attend college in fall 1967.
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Barrows
Burlington English chair elected NECEA president
Dr. Samuel N. Bogorad, chairman of the University of Vermont English department, was elected president of the New England College English Association at its fall meeting at Middlebury College. He previously served as vice president and succeeds outgoing president Prof. Alexander Cowie of Wesleyan University, in a gathering attended by about 300 members from over 120 institutions.
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Burlington
University of Vermont
New England College English Association
Samuel N. Bogorad
Middlebury College
Alexander Cowie
Wesleyan University
Hoosick Falls Board Eyes River Street Garage Site
Hoosick Falls Town Board inspected a 9.2 acre John Filkins property on River Street near Johnson Hill Road for a highway storage garage and secured a 5000 dollar option. Cambridge District United Fund aims 7000 dollars this month to help 10 agencies with Mrs James S Lone and Mrs Aaron B Stevens leading campaigns. Troy Kennel Club’s 33rd dog show at the Armory on Oct 23 will feature more than 1000 entries, the largest turnout yet, per show secretary Mrs Robert L Seekins Jr.
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Hoosick Falls
Town of
Cambridge
Cambridge District United Fund
Cambridge Central School
James S. Lone
Aaron B. Stevens
Troy
Troy Kennel Club
Robert L. Seekins Jr
Seekins
Troy Armory Show
National Guardsmen plan new tank training in Berkshire
Adams forces will start a new training format on unfamiliar terrain this weekend with 49 ton tanks. Maj. Walter Pecka, adviser to the 26th Division’s 2nd Tank Bn., negotiates with the state to use part of Mt. Greylock Reservation for full scale tank drills. At Williams College, S Lane Faison Jr. joins 14 others named by Gov Volpe to the Massachusetts State Council on the Arts and Humanities. The council sits on a three year term, backed by a $36,000 federal grant and $25,000 state funds to spark local cultural programs.
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Adams — National Guardsmen
Mt. Greylock
Walter Pecka
Springfield
26Th Division
110Th Armor
Pittsfield Armory
State Department of Natural Resources
Theil Farm
Williamstown
S. Lane Faison Jr
Williams College
John A. Volpe
Massachusetts State Council On the Arts and Humanities
Sprague Electric Plans Wichita Falls Plant Drive
Sprague Electric announces a 75,000 square foot new plant on a 27 acre site in Wichita Falls Texas Groundbreaking is set for this fall with occupancy expected by June 1967 The project aims to create 750 to 1000 jobs and is led by Robert C Sprague chairman of the board.
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North Adams
Sprague Electric Co
Wichita Falls
Texas
Robert C. Sprague
Bennington College Tops New England in Cost Study
A National Education Writers Association study finds Bennington College the most expensive New England school, estimating at least 13,800 for a four year female student. The report, compiled by economist David G. Funk, compares earnings and costs across education levels and outlines typical spending and income figures in 1965-66.
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Bennington College
New England
Boston
UPI
National Education Writers Association
David G. Funk
John Hancock Life Insurance Co
Funk
Vermont Seeks Unified Expo 67 Promotion
Vermont officials announce a statewide tour to outline Expo 67 promotional plans for Montreal visitors. Development Commissioner Elbert G. Moulton and staff will meet with Chambers of Commerce and regional tourist groups in November to align Vermont's campaigns and attract travelers via scenic routes.
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Montpelier
Vermont
Vermont Development Department
Elbert G. Moulton
Development Department
Chambers of Commerce
Montreal
Arlington taxes due by Oct 15 to avoid collection costs
Arlington and Arlington East school district property taxes must be paid by October 15 to avoid the cost of collection. Helene Thompson reported contact at 375-2325 for information.
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Arlington
McNamara limits Viet Nam tours to one year
Defense Secretary McNamara and General Wheeler announced that U.S. service members will serve at most one year in Vietnam. Despite reports of longer tours for some officers, McNamara stressed no extension beyond 12 months and cited moral factors as key. Bombing and ground actions continued around the DMZ as monsoon season approached.
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Pentagon
McNamara
Viet Nam
Guam
Dmz
Saigon
Lewis Walt
Leathernecks
Air Force
tWe
America
Snelling Pushes Scenic Beauty Preservation in Vermont
Vermont gubernatorial candidate Richard Snelling urges preserving scenic beauty as industry expands. He calls for highway billboard rules tied to motorists’ service, state help for local recreation under federal cost sharing, more wilderness trails, regional waste districts, and stronger water pollution efforts. Purdue awards exceed 125 female engineering degrees since 1897.
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Shelburne
UPS
Richard Snelling
Vermont
Snelling
Union
Lafayette, Ind
Johnson on Campaign Trail Resumes Role as Party Leader
President Johnson spoke in Wilmington urging voters to back Democrats in the November elections. He warned Republicans fear inflation and urged loyalty to his party while outlining social gains and economic contrasts from past administrations. He wrapped a NYC meeting with Laos leader Souvanna Phouma into a campaign swing and prepared for a 17 day Asia trip.
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Wilmington
Del
UPI
Johnson
Democratic Party
New York City
Souvanna Phouma
Laos
Viet Nam
Harris McDowell
James M. Tunnell Jr
Senate
White House
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St. Michael’s College
Court of General Sessions
Washington
Tim C. Murphy
Glens Falls
N.Y
U.S
St. Michael's College
Georgetown Law Schoo
General Counsel
National Labor Relations Ban
Murphy
United States Attorney For
District of Columbia
General Sessions
MDTA
New York
United Fund
Down In
Berkshire
Faison
Arts Council
Sprague
Bennington County
Wilmington- West Dover
Bennington
Greater
Manchester
Manchester Chamber of Commerce
Londonderry
Green Mountain Resort Assn
Moulton
Donald A
Arlington East
Helene Thompson
Viet
Congress
First National Stores
North Bennington Road
Bennington, Vt
Finast
Kroehler
Haynes
Kane, Inc
Main ST
Rexall Deluxe
Quinlan
Main Street
IBM
L.M. Hewins
IBM Corporation
State Street
Criewct
Chevrolet
Bill Hogan
Cadillac, Inc
Bennington, Vermont
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