State selects Independent for treasurer report ads
Montana state board of examiners awarded The Independent a 490 dollar per quarter contract to publish the quarterly treasurer’s report for 1926, 1927 totaling 1,920 dollars for the year, aiming to curb padding and save several thousand dollars versus the Helena Record-Herald. The Record-Herald had previously charged higher rates and padded figures. officials cite safeguards and bonds to ensure lawful publication.