Sabotage in the Helena public schools years of turmoil
Letters to The Independent reveal how a backing inner circle of teachers and a compliant board have shaped school governance for fifteen years. Taxpayers describe intimidation and retaliation for attempts at reform, while readers urge drastic action and a new school board lineup to restore standards. The piece hints at an upcoming high turnout in the next school election as voters confront the Dietrich system and demand accountability.
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Helena
Boards of Education
Independent
Dietrich
Board of Education
Whitefield
State Board of Nurse Examiners
John F. Dille
THAT CHICAGO PEACE PACT
A Chicago peace accord among gang leaders appears to shift the focus from rival killings to punishing lawbreakers as police face tougher cases after two officers were slain. The uneasy truce leaves police with fewer gang confrontations but more difficult prosecutions and broader law enforcement challenges.
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Chicago
Peace Pact Fails as Chicago Gangs Resume Violence
The piece argues the so called peace among Capone era gangs deteriorates as violence returns in Chicago. It notes police danger, renewed murders of officers, and questions authorities’ control. It contrasts vigilante style justice with current gang power and cites Hoover’s aide Willebrandt resignation.
Artistry in Stamps Sparks Debate on Page Design
Postmaster General Walter F. Brown invites suggestions for a new stamp series to replace current designs. The aim is artwork that tells stories of history and progress rather than simple portraits. The piece notes public indifference to presidential portraits and mentions anecdotes about poetry, letters, a parrot, and a lighthearted jab at weight loss devices.
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Walter F. Brown
Post Office
Toto
Best Editorial on Senate Secrecy and Press Freedom
The piece condemns Senate action to bar preas associations from the floor while sparing the press gallery. It recalls Lenroot’s open-session fight, noting public interest and the right to know how senators vote. It likens the struggle to historic fights for liberty and presses the press to expose public affairs.
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Senate
Preas
Irvine Lenront
Lenront
Power Trust
Senroc 1
England
Sam Johnson
Commons
Lenroot
America
Mason
Virginia
Aurora
Sentence Sermons From Rev Roe L Smith At Ripneyoods
The Rev Roe L Smith delivers brief civic meditations from Simpson M E Church Ripneyoods urging focus and steady work. He warns against pausing to answer critics or chase rumors and notes praise can distract from duties. The sermon cautions that anger, listening to troublemakers, or worrying over defeats halts progress.
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Roe L. Smith
D. D
Simpson M. E. Church
Ripneyoods
Ship models illuminate navigation history at National Museum
The National Museum in Washington houses America’s largest ship model collection, tracing watercraft history from primitive rafts to Viking longships and Columbus era caravels. The display emphasizes educational value and the development of navigation, linking models to early explorers and English voyagers who opened North American routes.
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Washington, D. C
Germany
National Museum At
Washington
United States
Mar
Rudyard Kipling
Atlantic
America
Navy ships and models reflect early American seafaring mastery
Frederic J Baskin surveys museum models from 1690 New England cod fishermen to clipper ships, detailing square rigs, merchantmen, and the grit of sailors who navigated long voyages. He notes the evolution from galleon designs to schooners and then clipper hulls, praised for beauty, speed, and skill.
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California
Atlantic
England
New England
Republic
John Griffiths
New York
Running No Risks Bookings From Station To Station
A humorous tale from a Scottish traveler on a Scottish train explains why a man keeps booking from station to station. The Scot says a doctor warned he could drop dead at any moment, so he buys tickets only for each leg of the journey. The exchange unfolds aboard a York bound journey.
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York
Trials Cost Silver Bow County 19350
Silver Bow County has spent 19 350 on criminal and civil trials since January 1 with totals reported as 19 380 20 including juror and witness fees. Taports filed with the county clerk and recorder yesterday revealed the costs in criminal and civil actions.
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County
Butte
Silver Bow County
Taports
Witressen
Immunity and the common cold explained by Dr Brady
William Brady M D explains that immunity is specific not general and that no definite disease named the common cold exists. The piece notes vaccines and sera cannot immunize against colds unless made from the individual's own specimens and discusses typhoid and other diseases, plus reader Q A on fungal skin issues and eye cleansing.
Editorial From A Parent On Helena School Policy
The Independent prints a parent letter criticizing Helena public schools and the policy plan with Dietrich as advisor. He notes personal betrayals after complaints, urges drastic changes, and says some children may transfer to other schools while two remain. Dated Helena June 5, 1929.
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the Independent
Helena Oblict
Helena
Dietrich
Rainfall Deluges Anaconda With Half Inch Recorded
Anaconda reports a heavy rain that began early tonight and within hours reached half an inch of precipitation. Water rose two to three inches in the city streets, disrupting traffic and signaling a wet spell for the area.
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Anaconda
Answers to Questions for Readers In The Independent
Readers sent in queries answered for broad interest. One question notes building trades employ over 1.5 million in the U S plus many in related sectors. Another asks the oldest fine act with architecture from Babylon 600 B C and a Bible query on grape juice terms. Russia reportedly has 556 newspapers with 7.684 million in circulation. Moscow alone exceeds 4.09 million.
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Helena
Russia
Moscow
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Treland
Capone
Philadelphia
Executive Committee
Montana
Hoover
Mabel Walker Willebrandt
Mincipal
Willebragdt
Agricultural Department
Stimson
Methodist Board of ‘Temperance, Prohibition and Public Morals
Haskin
Frederic J. Baskin
Rive of the Clipper
William Brady, M. D
Brady
Willam Brady
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