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Newspaper

Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1966

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Guinean Crowds Storm U S Embassy Grounds

Angry crowds in Conakry stormed the U S Embassy grounds and attacked the residence of Ambassador Robinson McIlvaine amid claims of a U S-Ghana conspiracy to kidnap 19 Guinean diplomats. Police sheltered the residence as tensions rose and crowds shouted anti American slogans.

U.S African Republic of Guinea United States Ghana Conakry Robinson McIilvaine McIlvaine Accra Organization of African Unity OAU Addis Ababa Washington Liberia Sierra Leone Tanzania Egypt G.lambert Ronstrom Pan American World Airways Pan American Pan Am Haile Selassie Mammo Taddese Louis Lansana Beavogui

Strike Imminent Against Westinghouse

Nationwide strike against Westinghouse Electric Corp. looms as IBEW and the company clash. Federal mediator William Rose warned a walkout could idle up to 75,000 workers across 30 states if other unions do not cross the picket lines. Contract talks broke off.

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers IBEW William Rose

Stolen Masterpiece Found Hidden in Trash Basket

A prankster stole Correggio's Madonna and Child with St. John from the Chicago Art Institute and hid it in a trash basket by Grant Park's band shell after a lengthy escape. The work, damaged but recoverable, was later found and prepared for display as police traced the mystery origin and the thief's notes.

Chicago UPD Haleloween Chicago Art Institute Correggio Band Shell Grant Park Antonio Allegri Art Institute Michigan Avenue

Ultra-Right Minutemen Jailed In Northeast Plot

NEW YORK police jailed 20 ultra rightist Minutemen in scattered precincts awaiting Grand Jury action into a plan to destroy left wing study camps in three northeastern states. Authorities said the move was a precaution to prevent the prisoners from aiding the alleged plot.

New York UPI

Women Continue Picketing Bennington Supermarkets

Picketing and boycotts by about 60 women continued at three Bennington supermarkets led by Mrs. Mary Brillon who said gains will force price reductions. Demonstrations spread to First National A P and Grand Union with cars, planned car pools, and a Tuesday meeting to organize further actions as shoppers seek discount stores.

Mary Brillon Sears Benmore Grand Union First National Oneida Super Duper

Inside UVM College of Medicine Names a New Dean

An article announces the College of Medicine at UVM naming a new dean, detailing his prior positions and the expected impact on the program. The piece notes leadership transitions and the dean’s planned initiatives to strengthen research and education within the campus medical system.

UVM College of Medicine

President Johnson Nears End Of Far Eastern Trip

President Johnson wraps up a 25 000 mile Far Eastern journey with a stop in Seoul Korea amid massive crowds. He warned Communist China that any nuclear weapons it develops can and will be deterred. The trip began in Malaysia where clashes left one dead and two wounded as demonstrations followed his arrival. Johnson pledged defense for South Korea and thanked allies for sending troops to Viet Nam and Korea. He greeted Park Chung Hee and rode through crowded streets before a Camp Stanley visit and an Alaska departure plan back to Washington.

Seoul UPS Johnson South Korea China United States U.S Malaysia Kuala Lumpur United States Information Service Center Texas Kimpo Ladybird Park Chung Hee Park Republic of Korea Camp Stanley Demilitarized Zone Alaska Washington Red China Peking

Bijur Negotiators Move Toward New Two Year Contract

Officials of Bijur Lubricating Corp and United Electrical Local 295 began negotiations to avoid a midnight contract expiry. Plant manager Thomas Rogers expected a final two year deal today. Union president Fayette Colvin said a strike option remains if needed and wage increases tied to cost of living are key.

Bijur Lubricating Corp United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers Local No. 295 Thomas Rogers Bijur Fayette Colvin Colvin

Police Seek Dynamite Blast Perpetrators

State Police and local authorities investigate a dynamite blast Sunday night at Fair Haven Grade School playground. Five to six sticks were set off, breaking several windows but causing no injuries in the north Fair Haven area.

Fair Haven UPI

Eisenhower Calls for Greater Viet Nam War Effort

Former President Eisenhower urged throwing more U S military power into South Vietnam to end the war quickly. He criticized gradualism and touted universal military training for 18-year-olds while praising U S servicemen and Westmoreland. He warned against a business as usual approach and emphasized protecting freedom.

Washington UPI Eisenhower U.S South Viet Nam U.S. News & World Report America Viet Nam Federal Treasury

Weather forecast text to be concise and clear

The forecast notes a cloudy night with a low mostly in the 40s and a risk of a few showers late night to the north. Tuesday brings cloud cover and likely showers with a slight warming trend. Yesterday's high reached 40 and low 20 with 7 am reading of 24. sunset 4 44 pm and sunrise 6 27 am.

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