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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1964
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street in Bennington Vermont.
The Vermont editorial endorses Governor Hoff for a second term, praising his leadership in education funding and state aid reform. It highlights his push to preserve Vermont’s natural resources, expand higher education loans, and modernize policy to meet 20th century needs while challenging traditional norms.
The Fort Nelson News endorses Gov Hoff for re election praising his record on education, natural resource management, and a broad reform agenda including legislative sessions, court reorganization, and executive streamline. It notes fiscal prudence reducing the deficit and urges support for Hoff and running mate John Daley.
Irving Fineman’s letter prompts a reply defending constitutional Republic over pure democracy. The writer cites Madison Jefferson and Lincoln to argue representatives better reflect public good, and asserts no subversion in affirming a republic. 207 Crescent Blvd., Bennington.
The letter argues that Sen. Prouty backed amendments to expand social security benefits and medicare during the 88th Congress, while Democrats blocked final passage. It cites bi partisan support for higher benefits but notes Congress adjourned without enactment. Lyman C. Hunt and Elzear J. Boucher endorse candidates and defend capitalism against socialism and Johnson's program.
A Vermont political letter urges electors to back Goldwater to avoid a welfare state and preserve independence, while attacking Democrats for campaign tactics and promising a broad GOP vote. The piece contrasts Congress powers with presidential limits and warns against fear tactics, then shifts to a separate note on defamation in campaigns citing Ralph Foote’s smear remarks and responses.
The statement rebukes political smears as unfounded, noting two depositions about rumors involving Gov. Hoff. It argues cases of corruption should be settled in courts, not campaigns, and urges responsible use of evidence by Ralph Foote and other candidates.
A Vermont memory piece reflects a campaign season ahead of a governor race. The author recalls late nights, handshakes, and small town encounters that forged lasting friendships, with a humorous recounting of a trek from Brattleboro to Waterbury and the Chevy caper. The piece notes how campaigns evolve from the Chevy era to planes, and ends with the belief that human connections endure beyond campaign tempers.
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