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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1963
Page
4
The Bennington Banner is issued daily except Sundays and holidays by Banner Publishing Corporation located at 425 Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.
Editorial notes the House Un American Activities Committee grilled around 60 students who toured Cuba with Castro's funding in defiance of travel rules. The scene mirrored old showdowns with indignant lawmakers and a partisan gallery while no legislative aim or new evidence emerged from the proceedings.
The text condemns the committee for chasing Cuba or State Department visitors while giving dissidents a national platform. It argues taxpayers fund a sideshow, noting the zealots challenge Supreme Court rulings and praise louder extremists, while students pose no real danger.
Voters approve funds for a comprehensive plan for Bennington and three villages. The Bennington Regional Planning Commission and a consultant will conduct the study financed largely by federal funds to assess problems, assets, and development opportunities for future growth and community attractiveness.
The piece critiques attention to short skirts and highway safety, citing AAA claims as unlikely while suggesting distraction from drivers. It discusses planning commissions, public input, and the need for clear answers as a town considers new measures. It also notes humorous quips about buses, whisky, and moon transportation ideas.
The Air Force Association pressurizes in the test ban treaty fight, prompting Pentagon friction and a cancellation of a secretary of defense reception. Senators Symington Jackson back ratification, while Dirksen supports the administration, highlighting the clash of civilian control and defense lobbying.
In Atlanta a visiting editor discusses how science drives modern farming. He notes China redirected capital from industry to agriculture in 1961 and reports improvement but insufficient gains. He compares Russia to the United States, citing labor shortages and chaotic methods in its farming approach.
The piece contrasts old haymaking with modern science driven farming. It cites Penn State agronomist John Baylor on regional testing programs, chemical analysis of feeds, digestibility of protein, and the rise of silage and forage quality. It also notes Khru shchev's claims on U S farming efficiency and invites reader letters to the column.
A staff member at The Sanctuary on Martinsville Indiana appeals for donations of any food old blankets sheets and towels to aid homeless dogs. Louise Wood notes the items provide comfort and warmth and invites contributions to Route 2 Wilbur Road Martinsville IN 46151. She also forwards a reader note praising an editorial from Vermont Life editor Walter Hard Jr.
The author contrasts Madison Avenue advertising with local Vermont messaging, noting fast promises and bold claims in national TV spots, and calmer, fact-based peer advertising locally. He recalls a Topsham gasoline stop example and reflects on confidence and recognition by locals.
A collage of light anecdotes and observations from Hal Boyle. The item includes quips about drinking myths, aging lobsters, famous past jobs, earthquakes, tears at meals, and oddball statistics. It also recalls a whimsical science anecdote about an impossible box and a Perry Mason courtroom nod.
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