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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1936

Page

5

Landon on the 1930s policy stance revealed by sources

The piece surveys Landon’s political beliefs through quotes from Frederick Palmer and Viking Press’s Surplus Prophets, detailing Landon’s views on the New Deal, government centralization, work relief, and economic policy. It notes the need to properly introduce the Kansas governor to the nation and cites several dated excerpts.

Landon Alfred Mossman Cleveland Kansas Frederick Palmer Palmer Kansas Coolidge Viking Press

Capital gains and tax law shifts from 1929 to 1934

The article traces how income taxes counted capital gains as income in the United States, contrasting Britain. It notes taxable gains rose from 178 million in 1926 to over 2.3 billion in 1929, then fell sharply in the 1930s while capital losses rose. It cites revenue drops and congressional 1934 tax-law changes to spur investment turnover.

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Tax revision debate calls for joint Senate House committee

The text argues a capital gains tax policy must balance revenue stability and investor protection. It favors forming a joint Senate House tax revision committee to study the federal tax structure through adjournment, reporting to the next Congress. It notes critics view the current approach as encouraging speculation and urges prudent, fact-based reform.

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In Defense of Cameramen Amid Publicity Focus

A defense of newspaper photographers argues that critics of camera crews overstep, noting photographers chase publicity and bread and butter while drummed up events like Pulitzer dinners draw crowds. The piece mocks publicity maniacs and urges scrutiny of journalistic ethics and decorum beyond political campaigns.

Nicholas Murray Butler Columbia University Butler America Ballyhoo City Desk

No Gas For Drunks Spreads To Colorado Plan

A Colorado city joins Olympia Canton and Raleigh by halting fuel sales to intoxicated drivers via voluntary cooperation. Attendants call police when a drunken motorist arrives, prompting a quick squad car response. The system reportedly works well and is urged to Montana patrol. Henry Ford tops wealth lists in antiques, per Detroit paper.

Olympia Wash Canton Raleigh N. C Colorado Montana Highway Patrol

Buffalo Bill Cody Honored As Texas Centennial Exposition Debate

Editorial defends Buffalo Bill Cody’s statue at Dallas Texas Centennial Exposition, arguing he embodies Texan and western spirit. It traces Cody’s travel, frontier legends, and ties to Cabeza de Vaca, Coronado, and early explorers, contrasting with those who seek to exclude him from the memorial. The piece links Cody to Stephen F. Austin, Sam Houston, Davy Crockett and other western figures, asserting his place in American history and Texas heritage.

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Paradox of Happiness in a Grim World by The Doorss

Poet Walt Mason parodies gloomy mood with lines urging cheer despite care. A playful dirge urges laughter and courage, noting misfortune yet choosing sprightly resolve and merriment over despair.

Galden Worth Coorruat Matthew Adams

Resettlement Admins Plan Faces Congressional Threats

Washington June 10. A push to block funds for the Resettlement and International efforts endangers permanent New Deal regeneration plans. The struggle risks stalling unfinished projects and complicating eventual land restoration, with agriculture erosion, soil fertility loss, and deep farm distress fueling calls for a lasting policy solution.

Fragments on religion and modern prophets in a mixed quotation spree

A jumble of quoted voices critiques religion as habit belief and conviction while mixing references to figures like Dr. Frank Buchman Rita Roy Tony Canzoneri and Baron Eugen von Tauber. The text wanders through notions of prophecy birth dates in the Bible and a driver’s sigh about syncopation in traffic.

Frank N. D. Buchman Oxford Maremene Iittie St. Franciscs Iitite Metro Lincolns League of Nations Baron Eugen von Tauber Austria

Massive resettlement plans aim to lift distressed farmers

The piece describes government efforts to ease rural distress by expanding land development and resettlement areas. It notes 9,009,000 acres already under rationing, proposals to reforest and reclaim land, and the creation of four suburban project villages near Washington Cincinnati Milwaukee and Bound Brook New Jersey. It highlights job creation, self sufficiency goals, and suburban village design with gardens stores schools and a local holding company for each community.

Canifore Jan Hrociss Geremany United States Japan Resettlement Administration Washington Cincinnati Milwaukee Rench Nila Atorea Pastottieas Theas Witeh

Answers from Helena Independent Information Bureau

Historical Q and A column covering home building trends in the past years, fabric fireproofing methods, governor of Indiana salary and mansion upkeep, climate comparisons for China, and the introduction of air stewardesses by United Air Lines on May 4, 1930. Names include McNutt and United Air Lines with dates and figures.

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Sleep and health tips for babies and city life

Dr Morris Fishbein editor notes that sleep quality for infants is influenced by light, noise, and room conditions. Advises flexible clothing, safe bedding, outdoor exposure where possible, and careful monitoring for sleep disturbances. Mentions adenoids infections and colds as common sleep disruptors needing medical attention.

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