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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1945
Page
4
The notice lists a matter entered for second calls dated April 1 at the Mount Dora Post Office in Florida, under the Act of March 3, 1879. It references a lasting company and local proceedings in Mount Dora.
The ATL editorial group notes membership in the Florida State Press Association, highlighting collaboration and professional standards among editors and publishers.
A broad nation embraces its pledge as the United Star of America reaffirms liberty and justice for all. Citizens reflect on constitutional ideals amid public ceremonies and civic messages.
The passage reflects on the global mourning and unity following the death of a revered president. It emphasizes national duty to country and flag, and notes worldwide memorial services held by Allied and smaller nations, praising America's leadership in postwar plans.
A church report notes a Sunday prayer for President Truman asking Almighty God to guide him with wisdom and humility. The service leader is Dr. Richards and the prayer closes with a request for national devotion to righteousness and peaceful leadership.
A clipped April issue quotes the Miami Herald urging stronger water conservation measures. The brief notes public concern and calls for action by policymakers.
An early 20th century report notes the looming session will tackle a critical water supply crisis and the need for intelligent legislative action. Officials warn the state must act as the time nears, stressing the seriousness of the issue and its impact on governance.
County health officials say the TB and Hassan group will hold a meeting next Monday to discuss the fight against tuberculosis and how to protect the health and welfare of Lake County residents.
The sixth grade has 31 pupils as Six Weeks Tests approach while students in English class write friendly letters. A memorial service was held for President Roosevelt whose death shocked the school. The third to sixth grades enjoy Egg Hunt and a 30 minute Physical under Mr Roseborough with ice cream after. PTA lists prizes and attendees from several families including Marsell McCree and Betty Scott.
A wartime note states that a special VE Day church service is inappropriate as Europe’s war is only one phase of a total conflict. The message reflects leaders and others agreeing there may be no single hour or day to mark victory in Europe.
A wartime notice urging fair use of V Mail to support service members and speed communications, reminding readers that using V Mail preserves resources and helps all troops receive mail more efficiently. The message emphasizes equitable treatment and collective benefit of wartime postal systems.
Mount Dora announces its quota for the Seventh War Loan at 169000 dollars. The town aims to support national defense through the funded campaign and appeals to local residents and businesses for participation.
The passage notes 34 remaining students and several visitors including Meredith Folger with tadpoles and Peter Trenham who brought a Teenie Weenie book and a shoe house. It lists top spellers over five weeks: Dorothy Akins Daisy Eston Barbara Siess Josephine Gibb John Keller Fred Roseborough Eddie Alton Wetts Earl Wise.
The class showcased films on lumbering from tree to building stages and displayed student models a plane and tanks. They arranged large pictures and maps of the United States, plus a globe loaned by Carl Huff, reinforcing recent social studies on western U.S. geography. Names of top spellers for two weeks include David Burke and several classmates.
The class aims to find the quickest way to reach the right answer as they work through problem sets. They note a loss of three students yet still count on thirty, with celebrations and rewards like colored ice cream cake and candy accompanying the effort.
Our class received a Beechin package from Mrs. Vernon Huff for every pupil. Betty Jo Eckholdt enjoyed a Sunday at her uncle Reese's farm. Several pupils were absent due to illness including Mary Ann Kelly Muriel Gul sodas Harry Wise Elizabeth Stewart and Richard Kelly but have since returned home. An educational film on Forest Industry was enjoyed last Thursday afternoon in the assembly.
The message reports three pupils Mary Ann Kelley Stephen Johns Sanders ill with scarlet fever and hopes they return soon. Children enjoy writing letters to Betty Stockton who has scarlet fever, and look forward to reading Peter's Friends. Room mothers Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Parker hosted a lovely Easter party with tiny colored baskets filled with candy.
The Florida legislature enters its second week with both houses organized for action. The Senate prepares to move Governor Caldwell's education bill after an amendment objected by the Chief Executive was withdrawn. A co-educational issue moves toward a Senate debate as Senator Baynard of St. Petersburg offers a bill allowing servicemen's wives meeting academic standards to participate.
Broward and other counties consider tax increases on alcohol, with bills proposing 3 cents per pint of beer and 20 cents per gallon of wine. Senator Boyle seeks license notice rules to curb gambling and protect county judges' fees. Arch Clements and others back beer tax hikes amid broader budget debates.
Public notice for the First Church of Christ Scientist in Eustis Florida invites attendance at Sunday School at 930 AM and Sunday Service at 11:00 AM with the subject Doctrine of Atonement The Bible and authorized Christian Science literature are available to read borrow or purchase The reading room is open to the public
The Church of Christ on Rossiter Street near Sanford Road holds Bible study at 10:00 A.M. and preaching with communion at 11:00 A.M. A. L. Butler is noted in the notice. Prayer follows.
A five member legislative committee on municipal problems warns Florida cities are headed for fiscal disaster unless remedial steps are taken. It estimates an $8 million yearly shortfall and suggests a state sales tax plus a city added cent to fund operations. Governor Caldwell makes no mention of the plight in his revenue recommendations. News of the President's death brings statewide mourning as legislators suspend sessions and display flag action.
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