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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1931
Page
6
Tarpon Springs marketed about one million dollars worth of sponges in 1930, a major market note. Ben E. Factor of Minneapolis contributed to the Red Cross relief fund while the wild rose near half of a million votes decided America’s national flower.
A fragmented literary note contrasts a sealer Vik ing wreck near Horse's Island with a playful remark on horses and elephants. It quotes a college president defining college bred as the flower of youth and the dough of old age, calling it a happy combination.
According to Calvin Coolidge the present high rate of taxes especially state and local assessments is a main reason small concerns are closing and their business is going to chain stores and other large corporations.
The piece extols tolerance as an admirable trait guiding modern civilization toward recognizing every individual’s inalienable right to belief in spiritual and political realms. It frames tolerance as essential to freedom of thought and expression.
A Lake County Citizen cartoon caption jokes that a woman is as necessary to a man’s happiness as mayonnaise dressing is to his stomach, suggesting he loves mayo regardless of others’ jokes.
Col. Raymond Robins’ talk given last Thursday at Tavares is printed in this week’s Topic to benefit Florida citrus readers. Those who missed the meeting can learn what he said, and those who attended can review his statements.
The article notes that Reno Nevada lies farther west than Los Angeles California and that Cleveland Ohio is about six hundred miles by rail from New York, making it farther east than Jacksonville Florida.
Congress approves a new quarter dollar coin featuring George Washington to be issued next year as part of the nation’s celebration of the 200th anniversary of his birth. The Lincoln cent remains the only other regular issue coin with a president’s image.
Administration leaders report encouraging signs of business revival across the country. The emergency employment committee notes gains in leading industries and a shift in agriculture toward diversification. Florida sees over 20 million dollars in federal funds for construction and outlook remains positive as exports from Jacksonville rise with citrus shipments increasing notably.
About 20 000 visitors attended the Gainesville festival and viewed 200 000 tung oil trees in full bloom. The pink and white blossoms perfumed the air as the event drew regional interest and promised to stimulate broader industry attention.
David Lawrence editor of United States Daily and president of Consolidated Press Association introduces a new audible journalism system. The full association report is telegraphed and typed daily to subscribing radio stations for announcers to read, marking the first sale of a complete press service to broadcasting stations.
The Red Cross aided about 2,000,000 people in nearly 900 counties across 22 states. Not a single authenticated starvation case was reported. Volunteers carried the relief effort, highlighting American generosity and humanitarian commitment.
Magnolia Gardens near Charleston South Carolina show peak bloom levels as unseasonably cool spring delays early flowers. Local visitors enjoy vibrant colors at the famed site now at its seasonal high.
The gardens host season long blooms pleasing visitors from across the nation and abroad. John Galsworthy praised Magnolia Gardens calling it a miraculously enchanted wilderness beyond anything he has seen.
A bill in the current session proposes a bounty on rattlesnakes. Hopi medicine men reportedly guard a secret antidote used in rain rituals. Snake dancers may be bitten in the mouth but show no swelling after medicine. The antidote remains a ritual secret not shared with whites.
New Jersey passes a bill allowing one per cent of highway funds for trees flowers and shrubs along roadsides. Florida also shows progress in beautification. The state highlights planted trees shrubs and flower beds along routes to enhance motorist experience and impression.
The opening week highlights the House speaker race between H Clay Lewis and Peter Tomasello, Governor Carlton's address urging school efficiency, and opposition to a general sales tax. A party convention move and committee appointments shape early political maneuvering, with the House caucus showing sharp divides and later signs of unity as Tomasello supporters back a unanimous ballot for Lewis.
The Senate opened with many bills on workmen compensation taxation and road use while the House logged 36 introductions including county official pay, road taxes and licensing reforms. Debate over committee appointments and potential race track legislation stirred intense speculation as Speaker Lewis plans a Democratic party convention before electors are named.
Postal notice outlining daily mail arrival and closing times for the Daily Mail and Northern and Southern Florida routes. Sanford and Leesburg services shown with specified morning and afternoon cutoffs. Sunday schedule listed with arrivals and closings. Postmaster Daniel H. Bishop signs the notice.
Sunday school at 10:00 a m Morning worship and sermon at 11:00 Epworth League at 6:30 p m Evening sermon and worship at 7:30 Mid week service Wednesday evening at 7:30 You and your friends are cordially invited to worship with us Pastor James H Elder invites participation.
The notice lists Bible school at 10:00 a.m. preaching at 11:00 a.m. and a young people's service at 7:00 p.m. Pastor David B. Spencer leads the church.
Sunday school in all departments at 9 45 a m with morning worship at 11 a m sermon by Pastor Matthew J Bouterse. B Y P U meets at 6 45 p m Evangelistic song and preaching at 7 30 p m Good music and singing All are welcome.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a m. Sunday school at 9 45 a m. Testimonial meeting Wednesday evening at 8 p m. Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 2 4 in the church edifice. All are welcome.
The document lists students named on the honor rolls for seven months across grades one through six. First grade honorees include Bessie Davis and Maxine Cleary among others. second grade features Joann French and Betty Blanchard. third grade lists Marian Edwards and Ethel Harris. fourth grade includes Zera Dean and Elizabeth Drake. fifth grade names Oscar Stephens Jr and Hazel Edwards. sixth grade lists Nina McCurley and Dorothy Loveless.
The Tariff Commission proposes a review of 1930 act duties on green vegetables after input from Florida growers and the Florida State Marketing Bureau. The aim is to ensure domestic production costs are kept distinct from cheaper abroad competition to protect Florida agriculture’s stability and prosperity. Ruth Bryan Owen urges resisting changes until the current schedule proves its impact.
The Topic notes a correction: Mrs. E S Marsh did not win the John C Martin prize for Cherokee Roses. The Tampa Art Student's Club awards included the John C Martin prize and best water colors premium, presented at the recent mode show.
Watermelon growers should watch for melon aphis now as several fields show heavy infestation. Young plants weakened by cold may be destroyed by aphis, so early control is advised. Dust melons with nicotine dust or Black Leaf 40 spray. Contact County Agent in Tavares for more information.
Raiford Prison Farm is being considered for the establishment of a canning plant. Officials weigh the project as a potential work program and economic activity for inmates and the facility.
Notice of a proposed ordinance to vacate a section of Rosseel Street from Halon Street to new Way No 2 running north of Mackenzie. It was read April 7 1931 and on file with the City Clerk for inspection. Final passage or rejection set for May 5 1931 at 7 30 PM at the regular council meeting.
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