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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1932

Page

4

Scouts and posterity owe the boy scout movement much

The article extols the Boy Scout movement during summer camps run by troops and councils. It praises camps across the nation as promoting health, character, ideals, and outdoor skills, claiming today’s youth gain lasting value from the experience and that many promising youths become men of action.

Scout Movement Boy Scouts

Bus tour lampoons Prohibition reform crusade in New Yorker critique

A Helena attorney reports a Republican delegate saw a large bus touring the country with a mission to find someone reformed by the Eighteenth Amendment. The piece mockingly suggests the GOP seek reforms in many programs and asks how long people will value opinions from college colors amid bureaucratic waste. The New Yorker quote highlights skepticism toward Prohibition and government actions.

M.S. Gunn Chicago Montana St. Paul Helena Mr. Gunn Republican National Committee Farm Board Hoover Department of Agriculture

Opportunity at the Door in 1932 Frontier Talk

The piece argues Opportunity knocks at every door amid a 1932 downturn. It notes slowing purchases over three years, obsolescence of goods, and new, tempting replacements. It cites improved autos and radios, and quotes Fred W. Sargent urging faith and credit to unlock the frontier of comfort and luxury.

Fred W. Sargent Chicago & Northwestern Railway American Taxpayers’ League

First public meeting for Boy Scouts in the United States

Twenty years ago the United States held its first public meeting in New York City to form the Boy Scouts of America. Speakers included Ernest Thompson Seton and Daniel Beard, who brought greetings from General Sir Robert Baden Powell, founder of the movement in England. The movement, though young in years, is old in achievement in character building.

United States Boy Scouts of America New York City Ernest Thompson Seton Daniel Beard Sir Robert Baden Powell England

Makeshift idea to employ idle workers in mutual production

From Washington comes a plan to use idle mil hands to make cloth for shoemakers and other unemployed. Workers in related trades would produce for each other with government funding for plants and materials. The piece criticizes the scheme as a superficial fix and a move toward socialization, arguing it ignores fundamental money and value issues.

Washington Hoover Federal Farm Board Reconstruction Finance Corporation

Learn to Walk Alone and End Pork Politics

A political stance argues Americans tire of self appointed advisers and farm aid. It calls for ending the Farm Board and pork barrel spending, praising self reliance and cutting costly public projects. Citizens nationwide urge Congress to cut waste and allow farmers to work out salvation unaided.

Washington Farm Board Congress

The Man Who Won in the Low Mood

A Michigan man faced a 1929 loan of 280000 against stock worth 400000. The bank sold the stock for 330000, leaving him with debt paid and 50000 credit. After the bank collapse and reorganization his credit fell to 36000, he drew 30000 to buy back his securities, ending with the same stock, no loan, and 6000 cash. Has he gained or lost in the low mood.

Michigan

Editorial: Hoover should skip major addresses

The Omaha World Herald urges President Hoover to avoid major campaign speeches and even consider making no addresses at all. It argues he should abandon promises and focus on delivering on past pledges, noting voters want tangible results over further assurances.

Sentence Sermons From Rev Rot L Smith D D

Short moral maxims on fault and correction parenthood laughter timing and diligence, contrasting actions with wiser choices. Emphasizes choosing good advice fostering a sustaining faith and meaningful effort.

Rot L. Smith D. D Bimpaca M. E. Churab Minneapello

British budget yields near balance as U K pursues surplus

Washington dispatch notes Britain emerges from difficulties with a small surplus and aims for a further balance next year. The piece contrasts British finances with American deficits, citing tax policy, tariffs, and planned surpluses, including reduced income tax and higher customs duties to boost revenue.

Washington, D.C Great Britain Lord Snowden United States America Sam Ustimater Nurpluk

British liquor tax and fiscal outlook discussed

The article analyzes Britain's liquor tax revenue, neighborly effects, and budget plans. It notes Britain’s population, tax burden differences with the United States, and projected revenue contributions to reduce deficits. It discusses the so called Aws-Leye Budget, public reaction, and optimistic view of continued hard work improving the economy.

Britain America Hilion Cawesmon Pritwin Vince Stales Brady Hilton

Veteran party veteran watches fray at convention

A mangled description shows a party veteran observing intraparty clashes over the presidential nomination. It references figures tied to New York and a landmark convention, noting a split among factions and key names in the dispute.

New York Norman Wo Mark Demarkral

Questions and Answers From An Early 20th Century Quiz

A garbled survey of trivia and quiz items across science, geography, history, and culture. It mentions motor racing origins, volcanic eruptions, and a mix of names such as Baker, Weldon, and Hamer, with scattered references to politics and literature. The piece reads like a reader inquiry column with partial questions and fragmented answers.

Benefits of Exercise on Body Systems and Health

The article outlines five core health benefits from exercise: improved blood circulation and nutrient transport. enhanced lung ventilation for oxygen exchange and CO2 elimination. increased waste elimination via kidneys lungs intestines and skin. boosted metabolism and nutrient assimilation. and stronger nervous system with better brain function. It cautions not to overdo to exhaustion and notes benefits vary with age and fitness.

Jesse FF. Wiliam Thal

President Hoover Seeks Quiet Weekend at Rapidan Camp

President Hoover rested in his Rapidan camping area as cloudy skies kept warmth down. The president planned to return to the White House soon, with aides preparing for possible further travel.

White Howe Phyaician Lawrence Tuehey Thang Daytivaak

Man Slain by Officer in Oakland Shootout

A San Francisco man, Ane drew Schafer, was shot and killed by a policeman in Oakland moments after he attacked his wife, Franced Schafer, with a pistol. The incident occurred as Schafer returned to the home and threatened to kill again. Police confronted him and fired. one cartridge exploded during the exchange. Nearby, legal notices and unrelated names appear in the damaged text, including mentions of Della Koenig and Rouviers, but the clear event is the fatal police shooting of Schafer after threatening his wife.

Uinko & Room Sanders Ambrose Pam China Eteay Bern New York Tari Heaseth Wifi Oakland Calii Lille Schafer San Francisen Franced Tateurg Violet de Voliers Sehafer Mra Srhatero Liye Aly Sphafer Antes Tia

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