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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1936
Page
4
A collection of opinion snippets and musings including remarks on deception, aging, ignorance, health and wealth, democracy, patriotism, and the impact of camps on youth and discipline. Notable mentions include Major Bowes, Shakespeare, Roosevelt, and remarks about New York World Telegram.
A historical account notes Florida's standing in forest resources and the wider South. It emphasizes vast land, abundant wood and industrial potential, citing the Southern states as the nation's future base for materials, jobs, and billions in industries, with Florida in a leading position.
A noted student of human nature argues that courtesy on the highway matters more than intelligence in preventing crashes. He cites prison records of manslaughter convicts showing average intellect but selfishness and lack of remorse as key traits. Benevolence, good will, and small acts guide safe conduct in traffic and life.
The article notes nationwide building of cotton reinforced roads as a durable, low cost option. New Jersey and North Carolina experiments show cotton treated roads resist cold and surface raveling. Federal cooperation aims to develop a thousand miles with fabric furnished by the Bureau of Public Roads, creating a new cotton market alongside Florida’s February construction surge in Tallahassee.
A humorous critique of traditional gender roles praises men performing many housework tasks. The piece lauds the notion that men should endure hardships for their wives and undertake chores from firing furnaces to hanging draperies, stressing affectionate domestic service.
Polk County politics focus on a county Democratic Convention held in Bartow with 312 delegates and 27 resolutions shaping candidate pledges. Delegates rejected a sales tax measure by 88 to 85 while backing a ban on two paid state jobs and urging reforms in taxation and government bureaus.
A Polk County writer predicts the convention marks progress likely to influence other counties. Jack Wales thehlan of Lake Wales plans to run for Clerk of the Circuit Court after previously serving as precinct committeeman. He advertised freely for rivals to even the contest, joking that kin voters could push his opponent ahead, while he keeps the rest for himself.
Mrs. Nora Mary Sherburne aged 66 died at her home Thursday morning. Survived by husband Elmer E. Sherburne sister Ida Flynn of Lowell Mass and brothers Phillip Dennis and William Murphy of Calgary Alberta Canada. Funeral services were held Saturday at St Mary of the Lakes in Eustis with Father Patrick Doyle officiating. Burial in Forest Cemetery Mount Dora.
The article explains that clothes moths lay eggs in unused garments and moth larvae chew fur and wool items. To prevent damage, clean and dry clean or thoroughly brush and air each piece, removing spots before storage, and sun items after treatment to kill eggs.
The article extols canned pineapple as a sun derived healthful staple for home meals in grey New England kitchens and warm climates. It offers several era style recipes including Baked Fruit with banana, crushed pineapple and macaroon crumbs, Shrimp and Pineapple Entrées using tomatoes and tidbits, and Pineapple Crescent Pastry with shorting and milk.
The Perry First Methodist Episcopal Church lists morning worship at 11 00 AM with Rev B James speaking on A Gospel Triumph Miss Jeannette Pike plays organ and Miss Katherine Killian violin. Evening service 7 30 PM. Sunday activities include church school at 10 00 AM Epworth League 6 30 PM and offertory and preludes noted.
The First Baptist Church at Corner Tenth and Tremain invites worshipers to Sunday school at 9 45 a m worship at 11 am with Rev F W Overhiser and 7 pm Baptist Young Peoples Union followed by an 8 pm service led by J D M ler A mid week service is held Wednesday at 8 pm You are cordially invited to attend any or all services.
The Congregational Community Church lists Pastor Andrew Melrose Brodie and Organist Florence Gilbert Hanscom. Bible School 10 am with Adult Class taught by Dr. Paris Miller. Morning Worship at 11 am on The Meaning of the Cross. Evening Worship at 7:30 pm features Rev. D B Spencer speaking on Finding a Lost Christ. A cordial welcome to all.
St Thomas Episcopal TIS Florida invites worshippers. Service at 11 A.M. includes Morning Prayer and Sermon. Holy Communion observed on the first Sunday of each month. Rector D T Johnson extends a cordial welcome to all.
The Church of Christ conducts worship each Lord's day at 10:45 a.m. with Evangelist J. O. Barnes preaching. Services also held Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. at 834 Liberty Ave with prayer and song. A cordial invitation is extended to all.
St Marys of the Lakes Catholic Church Grove Street and Ave Eustis Rev Patrick Doyle Pastor schedules Sunday mass 8:00 a m Clermont 10:00 a m Eustis First Friday Mass 7:30 a m.
Regular services Sundays at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p m. Sunday School at 10 a m Prayer meeting Thursday at 7 30 p m. All are invited to worship at Liberty Street church pastored by E L Moore.
The guide advises locating moths in seams and pockets, then storing garments in secure, sealed containers. Use airtight trunks or garment bags, wrap in strong paper, and place naphthalene or para-dichlorobenzene flakes for extra protection. Avoid closets unless fully sealed. cold storage may be an option.
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