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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1945
Page
4
Classified ad rates listed as 35 cents per inch and a minimum 25 cents per word. Note mentions second-cases matter and filing dates with the Mount Dora Florida Post Office under an act.
A fragmentary editorial item references the Pledge of Allegiance and the United States national ideals. It mentions the Florida State Press Association context and emphasizes liberty and justice for all within a republic.
The text quotes the nation’s creed affirming government by the people derived from consent, a union of states, and equal rights. It stresses duties of love, support for the Constitution, obedience to laws, respect for the flag, and defense against enemies.
A soldier writes to his wife from Germany describing the horrors of war and the impact on his feelings. He worries about his mother’s health at home, asks for his children to be kept with her, and expresses love and hope for peace and return. The note shows sympathy, fatigue, and the strain of separation on families.
Russell Kay reports on the opening of Florida's 1947 legislature with rapid committee work and swift passage of bills. The Senate selects its president early, with Wilbur King noted for Cracker politics influence. Senator Bill Clarke is named as the next Senate president, and President Walter W. Rose urges postwar budget restraint and state sovereignty amid federal centralization concerns. The article also notes membership oddities and early aspirin sales in Tallahassee.
Editorial notes teens discuss daily fashion at the school grounds. The piece argues that while clothing is personal, boys should avoid catty remarks and offer compliments to girls rather than gossip.
The governor urged $28 million in biennial revenue from cigarette tax increases, utility tax boosts, and beer tax hikes, plus expanded state aid to schools, higher teacher pay, and larger operating costs. House and Senate consider budgeting reforms, a proposed single government unit for Dade County mayors, and calls for a larger state senate. A veteran representative urged a peace conference delegation inclusion and a hotel for legislators was proposed to ease Tallahassee housing.
In large schools, wearing slacks and oi is against the rules while students debate weekend hikes and dungarees. The policy appears strict, affecting students like Atte ai who face dress code constraints and potential repercussions on Saturdays.
A former faculty member returning from overseas gave a talk to students, delivering a series of short lessons on various subjects. The audience found the talk engaging and worthwhile, with the presenter’s overseas experience highlighted as impressive.
Lieutenant failed to arrive so Professor Roseborough allowed seniors to share their plans for the lure and then invited other top students to give short talks. The program proved entertaining and was enjoyed by all.
Dorothy Jane Bond born February 20 1928 in Sebring Florida is described as an attractive blue eyed blond with a height of five feet seven inches. She attended Mount Dora School since second grade and serves as Secretary of Che state class. Her hobbies include skating and swimming and her favorite subject is English. A camping trip to Deer Lake last summer provided Dot with memorable experiences.
The Horsley family welcomed a dark haired brown eyed boy named Lee Walker Horsley in Lincolnton North Carolina on August 18 1927. Father and son have argued over the order of the name but the child grew up in the community contributing to local spirit preservation as he aged.
The passage describes a high school student named Walker who is well liked for his wit and charm. He is currently employed at the high school and participates in swimming and social activities. His ambition is to join the Navy Air Corps after graduation, and acquaintances wish him success and prosperity.
The note writes of gossip about Dwight and Frances Hutson and a lonesome Kit, while the town stayed quiet over the weekend. It mentions couples Jimmy B and Ruth S, Walker with a girl, Hadlock and Stephens, and Laura denying boatride details, with questions about Roy Lavonnie and new sailor Juanita.
The senior class discusses caps gowns and invitations as they prepare for graduation. They consider seal style engraving and paper and plan the senior class play Do Re Mi set for April 27.
Committees named for the junior senior banquet include Invitations Lois Rhodes and Christine Snell Booklets Jackie Ober Lois Rhodes and James Wetz Place Cards Opal Hutcheson Eugene Jones and Frances Hutson Program Bob Allen Juanita Morris and Ashton Brown Decorations Joyce Duggan Jack Burr Fae Shies Tommy Exelly and Dwight Mosteller The banquet is scheduled for May 4 at the Grand Views Hotel.
Plans are underway for the sophomore class picnic to be held 11 at Santando Springs. Dot Eckholdt and Maryann Hadlock visited friends in Daytona Beach a couple of weeks ago.
The eighth grade greets new pupil Edwin Jones from Vic and plans an assembly program with two short patriotic plays.
The seventh grade fixed April 13 as the date for their class boat race. Pamela Lippman planted roses in the classroom as beautification. The class enjoyed a quiet break and returned to school ready for six weeks of tests.
A wartime admonition urging fair use of V Mail to spread the benefits of faster correspondence among soldiers and civilians alike. It emphasizes equal treatment for all fighting men and the efficiency of air mail communication.
Mount Dora announces its quota for the Seventh War Loan at 169000 dollars. Local officials urge residents and businesses to purchase bonds to support the national effort and meet the city target.
Local church notices list First Methodist Church events with Sunday School for all ages at 10:00 A.M. and evening services at 7:15 P.M. Choir practice Friday at 8:00 P.M. First Baptist Church details show Bible School at 11:00 A.M. and Evening Worship. pastor James Austin Bird invites parishioners to a friendly welcome.
Sunday service at 8 30 a m and 11 00 a m is announced with a Wednesday meeting at 8 pm The caretaker invites attendance and remarks a Christian science lecture. A reading room offers Bible Christian Science literature for loan or purchase at the Fountain Inn daling North Bus y and holidays from 8 to 5. The public is invited to attend all services and use the reading room.
The Church of Christ on Rossiter Street near Sanford Road invites all to Bible study at 11:00 A.M. with preaching and communion led by A. L. Butler. Evening service and Wednesday prayer meeting at 8:00 P.M. plus a note of offerings.
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