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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1924

Page

2

Democratic National Convention Scraps Shine With Life and Spirit

The piece notes lively floor scraps at the Democratic National Convention, citing an incident where Congressman Kelly of South Dakota confronted Senator Ton Patterson of Colorado. It praises Democratic debate, says disputes end in unanimity, and lauds Senator Walsh of Montana for leadership while stressing the party’s resolve to carry its spirit into the campaign.

Kerry Simpson Kansas Kelly South Dakota Ton Patterson Colorado Jerry Rose J. J. Walsh Montana Washington Jan’toing

Editorials Pushing RNC Narrative Reach Republican Dailies

The pieces circulating appear to be orchestrated by the national committee and echoed by several Republican newspapers. They claim broad popular support for the Cleveland convention and reference New England manufacturers labeled as the “peespyl” by Coolidge, implying a manufactured consensus.

Naional Republican Committee Cleveland Coolidge

Trimming Mussolini Faces Rome Censorship Stiffening

Rome shows censors tighten control as Mussolini signals restraint amid Tuscan fascists arriving for Ras Tafari reception. Observers note reduced public Fascist displays and a colder, more cautious dictator, with Rome attempting to dampen unrest while signaling a potential shift in leadership optics.

Mussolini Rome Ixmo Ras Taffari Italy

Italian political shift hints at coalition with moderates

Commentaries suggest Socialist Deputy Matteotti could become a martyr sparking a change in Italy's dictatorship. Fascismo may concede and seek a milder coalition to continue, while a world meeting in London next month looms as Dawes faces fence contracts.

Matteotti Aly Fascismo Italy London Arles G. Dawes Lie

The Vocal Demonstrations at Conventions Through History

The piece traces noisy preplanned demonstrations at party conventions from the Roosevelt era to McAdoo and Coolidge rallies. It argues such timed enthusiasm rarely sways votes, noting clashes over banners and the exhausted, machine-driven nature of long displays and the risk of undermining orderly business.

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Tariff Bleeding the Farmer Editorial

The New York World argues that tariff policy pits farmers against manufacturers in a prewar price squeeze. It contends a government purchase scheme would raise living costs, while price equalization could lower high farm prices. The piece urges the Democratic path as offering real relief to farmers and workers amid campaign debates.

Fips Yari Bingarm Relief Dale Marel Tavist-Protecend Republican Party

Architects at Washington meet on national building art

The Haskin Letter reports the Washington convention on modern architecture highlighting the public’s limited engagement with architectural technique. It notes tensions between ornamental Gothic forms and practical design, the value of past masters, and the push for a distinctly American architectural style driven by education, regional diversity, and modern industry.

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Walsh chosen as Democratic National Convention chairman

The Missoulian notes Senator Walsh received an honor for chairing the convention but criticizes partisan tone and praises the Democratic response to Republican arraignment. The report highlights public reaction, memorable ovation, and scope of political theater.

Walsh Geryan Montain Sehalor Walsh Ionace

Editorials By Our Readers on Christian Science Church Split

A June 1924 letter discusses the Christian Science Mother Church and a proposed form of separate church by Mrs Bill and Mr Dittemore. It clarifies litigation did not split the church, notes court decisions favored the Mother Church, and places individuals and courts in Massachusetts New Hampshire and Montana in context.

Christian Selefiee Nédids Christian Science Ron Christ Seisuust Boston Massachusetts John VV Ditténdre Christian Science Mother Church C. Bill London England Christian Science Publishing Society Aid Dittemare Liniga- Hon Bill Christian Science Church Dittemore Edly Tate Massachusetts Cout Hiugoshire Court Nii Yous Erry Traily Richart I. Smith Christian Sciencs Alontana Missoula Mont

Navy Athletes Shine Amid Fleet Sports Boom

The San Pedro report notes sailors push for fleet championships in pace events and major sports. Each ship must field 15 boat crews yearly with months of training. Boxing, wrestling, football, baseball, rifle and water polo grow in popularity. lacrosse is new. Obstacles include lack of pay, training gaps, and irregular schedules.

San Pedro Cal Associates Presa Variaus Geants

Nome Fur Warden Beset By Record Cold Trek

Nome fur warden and his assistant Fay Velazquez endured the coldest weather on record in the territory. They traveled a 1474 mile route north of the Arctic Circle, visiting Safety Plot Norton Sound and Nome, with temperatures dropping to as low as 78 degrees below zero on some days. The journey followed the Yukon River and military lines, highlighting the extreme winter conditions faced by officials.

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The Narcotic Trade Shocks New York Officials

Commissioner Walls claims the United States consumes a staggering amount of opium yearly enough to sedate every person for a month. He asserts a dramatic rise in drug users, marking narcotics as a vital social issue. He calls for federal supervision for medical use and strict supply control.

Walls New York United States Nana Creat Falls

Answers to Questions from the Telegraph Information Bureau

A collection of Q and A items from the Telegraph Information Bureau answering varied queries. Topics include cabinet attendance by vice presidents, longest electrified railroad stretch, numbers of bird bands, wartime gift movement, socialist presence in foreign parliaments, historic baths, veteran compensation rules, author Margate Hungerford, first aerial ascent location, Hong Kong cession date, and the Hope Diamond’s weight and ownership details.

Michigan Meir Great Britain Sweden Mary France Germany Higd Timie Margate Wolfe Hunger Ford Trtland Seed Alton Ascension Montgomier Brothers Ann E. E. McLean Washington, DC

SECRET SERVICE DUTIES AS DESCRIBED IN AMERICAN GOVERNMENT

A digest of Frederick F. Haskin's portrayal of the U.S. Secret Service in The American Government. It outlines five inner duties including presidential protection and counterfeiting suppression, noting that counterfeit detection relies heavily on bank staff and commercial clerks.

U. 5 Secret Service Prederick F. Maskin United States Haskin Gonpon

Liberty Man Never Drove Or Telephoned Since 1920s

Gus Bishop, 70, of Liberty Missouri, has never ridden in a motor vehicle or used a telephone. He has not worn a necktie, chewed gum, or seen a motion picture store, and has avoided mechanical contrivances all his life. The June 24 report notes his unusual abstentions from modern life.

Liberty Gus Bishop

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