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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1966
Page
4
The Bennington Banner, published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corp, operates from 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont, providing local news and notices.
George H. Plumb, a leading Bennington citizen and longtime county clerk, was noted for public service, wildlife protection, and legal aid. He helped secure Bennington’s sewerage plant and served on state and local boards. The community mourns his weekend death and extends sympathies to his family.
The piece reflects on the United Nations twenty one years after its founding, noting its aims and failures amid cold war upheavals. It praises UN roles in conflict resolution, development programs, and human welfare while acknowledging financial and representational challenges, and calls for continued U N support as it faces leadership transitions and global crises. It also discusses League of Women Voters questions to state candidates on fair housing constitutional reform and school funding, arguing the questionnaire is not biased.
A historical overview of the United Nations since 1946, noting its aims to maintain peace and promote human rights, while acknowledging limited success amid ongoing Cold War tensions. The piece highlights disarmament hopes, decolonization, rising African and Asian involvement, and the push for equitable resource distribution, led by Secretary General U Thant.
The piece surveys U.S. stance on international human rights treaties, urging ratification of conventions including abolition of slavery and political rights of women. It notes Cold War era hesitations, UN Day symbolism, and calls for concrete U.S. leadership at the United Nations. It also praises Dr. Bogorad for moderating a South Burlington candidates’ forum and muses on future formats.
A satirical piece proposes a duet between Stafford and Ryan with a White House backed pianist. It includes mocked campaign lyrics praising Lyndon and a war stance, riffing on LBJ and Vietnam with playful references to forums and a simple tune.
With under three weeks to go in the New York governor race, Rockefeller O Connor Roosevelt and Adams clash over votes undecided voters may decide the outcome. Roosevelt Jr and Adams warn of blockbusters as campaigns push for gains in the final stretch.
Alfred Balk explores how postwar zoning boards cling to protecting property values by limiting to single family homes. Subdivisions with apartments, town houses, and mobile homes challenge the dream. Nearby industry and noisy ventures attract local officials seeking tax relief, while shopping centers and services tempt diversification of zoning, testing rational plans against profits and public costs.
A reflective column on daylight saving time and its social effects. The author recalls shifts between standard and daylight time, mentions Ben Franklin, wartime changes in Britain, and a local skeptical neighbor who likened it to "God's time." The piece blends history, politics, and regional observations with a humorous tone.
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