Until the 1970s, prison culture emphasized "noninterference" and prison "elders" would themselves punish any of their peers.

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This is true. Before the 1970s, prisoners were expected to adhere to a strict code of noninterference in each other's business, and "prison elders" would use violence or other means to keep order and enforce the rules. This culture began to change in the 1970s as prisoners became more politically active and advocated for their rights.

Until the 1970s, Prison Culture Emphasized "Noninterference" and Prison "Elders