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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1966
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is published daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.
The article argues Verwoerd's murder will not end apartheid. It notes his racist leadership and belief in white supremacy, yet points to potential intensified racial domination under successors. It warns of growing violence and South Africa's likely clash with neighboring black nations as oppression continues.
The rise in farm prices to highs since the Korean War threatens housewives with higher grocery bills while farmers gain. Demand pressures and droughts lift prices, prompting Food for Peace cuts to reserve supplies. Expansion of U.S. food crop acreage and global production are urged to keep prices fair and prevent hunger. An elderly man recalls a misengraved retirement watch.
Lyle Wilson argues Johnson administration spokesmen mislead the public on the United States unfavorable trade balance. He links the Vietnam war to costly aid and spending, notes sharp gold losses, and urges immediate, honest action to prevent long term disaster.
Elizabeth Dwyer recalls the New England Covered Bridge Festival near Keene. collectors, tourists, and bridge buffs toured exhibits, while debates arose over preservation, color, and the future of CBs as flood-era losses and regional pride shape their status.
Washington reports that the USDA funds a $15 350 grant to the University of Florida for basic research on using sound waves to control insects. The study will test reactions to ultrasonic and audible sounds including those of insect courtship and mating. If sounds can attract insects, they may later be used to repel them or lure them into traps.
Arlington resident Robert V. Jones urges the Vermont Highway Commission to route a four lane divided highway away from central Arlington and Bennington toward the south end of U.S. 7. He argues land costs, town character, safety on curves, and tourism goals should shape the plan and questions the maximum town growth allowed by Vermont’s scenic promotion. He references a previous Banner letter and notes a Death Valley reference and concerns about logging access, railroad crossings, and traffic flow.
Letters to the editor urge against a new park, arguing it adds taxes for construction and maintenance while the valley already offers free recreation. They claim the area is a natural resource within reach and warn an organized park is unnecessary. Signed by Bob Willard of Anthony Drive Bennington.
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