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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1932
Page
4
The Lake County Citizen notes aviation is reasonably safe while walking remains risky. Government bureaus increasingly compete with private citizens in over 250 lines of business, reflecting expanding official reach and lower perceived expense constraints.
Florida tourism revenue is estimated at 200 million dollars annually. Liberal advertising is attracting still more visitors to the state.
The article notes lawmakers plan dual taxation by continuing the income tax while introducing an outgo tax. It frames the move as a broad government revenue strategy and warns of expanded tax burden on taxpayers.
The Lake region is described as a fisherman's paradise with plentiful five pound black bass not worth noting, unlike other areas where such a catch would be remarkable.
A congress bill backed by Senator Duncan A. Fletcher proposes an official tablet at Ponce de Leon Florida to commemorate the explorer's landing. The measure passed the Senate and was favorably reported by the House committee.
Havana hotel proprietors report the Cuban winter tourist season was the poorest in years with only 15,000 visitors compared to 40,000 in 1930 and 52,000 in 1931. Florida's unattractiveness is blamed for tourists lingering away from Cuba.
The article notes a ten year promise of independence for the Philippines after thirty years of U S tutelage. A treasury surplus of 1931 totaling $500 000 is cited as evidence that Filipinos can manage their own affairs.
Marie Dressler, a film star past 60, says age is mental not mortal and declares middle age the best part of life. She asserts youth comes from within and jokes she feels like approaching her twentieth birthday. Her philosophy contrasts with aging as an obstacle to living.
The is published the report of the local King's Daughters circle for 1931. It outlines money spent and families aided while noting the extensive hours of investigation, planning, and volunteering that brought aid and comfort beyond financial assistance.
Interest grows in conserving Florida birds as a sanctuary near Brooksville is planned. Col and Mrs Raymond Robbins deeded a 2000 acre winter estate valued at 250000 to the United States Government to be developed as a game preserve and bird sanctuary, with formal dedication in June. The site features subtropical plants and extensive woodland for birds.
Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt is asked to attend the Florida Convention of Veterans of Foreign Wars in St. Petersburg on June 12 to 14. He is likely to be in Warm Springs at the time, and the invitation will be extended by Harry Landsman, a personal friend and former Connecticut veterans commander.
A seance in darkness featured a medium allegedly summoning spirits as a chair rose and floated above observers. A photographer captured the moment on film, revealing the chair was supported by a hidden wire once developed.
Maine joins nine states in ratifying a constitutional amendment that shifts presidential inaugurations to January and requires Congress members to begin at the first session after election. With thirty six states needed for adoption and little opposition, passage is expected as more legislatures convene.
The auto industry plans extensive exhibitions and investments to return to normal business activity. Ford showcases new models nationwide with improved construction at similar prices while General Motors spends over 2.5 million dollars preparing displays to spur demand and benefit related sectors.
Florida institutions and the Extension Service map an emergency plan to buy surplus produce from Florida farmers. Purchases would cover meat and other foods, with sales days for assembling goods into load quantities, inspected and shipped to facilities including the State Hospital Industrial Schools College for Women A and M College State Farm Farm Colony University of Florida and State Road Department.
Arcadia held a public ceremony at City Hall to burn $60,000 in city bonds that have been retired since October 1, 1931. The cremation demonstrates progress in canceling bonded indebtedness with $45,000 of the retired total consisting of bonds not yet matured. Most bonds were paid with tax and street lien receipts.
A United States Department of Commerce report shows over 2,000 banks closed in 1931, tying up deposits of 1.7 billion dollars. By contrast Great Britain and Canada report no bank failures in seven years, suggesting the merit of deposit guarantee measures for large banking systems.
In Alexandria Virginia masons will dedicate their national temple on May 12 with President Hoover cabinet members Congressmen and state governors among notables. The ceremony marks the largest global masons gathering and honors George Washington the nation’s first president and mason on land once owned by Washington.
The Rev. G. Leon Wells will lead morning worship at 11:00 and evening service at 7:30. Sunday school begins at 10:00 a.m. Epworth League meets at 6:30 p.m. Mid week service is Wednesday at 7:30. The public is invited and strangers are welcome.
The Congregational church announces a series of services and meetings. Young people meet at 6 30 p m until further notice and a Bible school session runs at 10 00 a m. A mid week service and peace discussions occur Wednesday at 7 30 p m led by Pastor David B Spencer. All are invited to attend.
Mid week service is set for Wednesday at seven p m Sunday school runs at 9 45 a m Morning worship begins at 11 a m Evangelistic service at 730 p m Pastor Matthew J Bouterse extends a cordial invitation to all to attend worship and study sessions
Sunday April 24 service topic Probation After Death with Golden Text from Job 23 10. Bible citations include I Corinthians 15 12 19 20 noting Christ risen. Text from Science and Health by Mary Baker Eddy states Mind never becomes dust and emphasizes probation and growth after death.
Frank Morley and Junior White made a quick trip from Mount Dora to Jacksonville by boat, reaching the city in 26 hours after a 3 30 morning start. Drs Wells and Colson attended the Central Florida Dental Society meeting in Orlando. A. J. Miles bungalow in Unser subdivision sold to John Wilkerson who will take possession. Wilkerson is manager of the A and P store and his purchase signals a new citizen for Mount Dora. C H Sanborn, Granite Trust cashier, J J Alvord and family left for Greens Farm Connecticut.
American Legion committee promotes Tin Hats at Princess theatre Wednesday night while Mount Dora Mummers present A Little Fool for Eustis Play Readers. Women’s club votes to keep officers. Mount Dora defeats Eustis 14 to 3 and Mount Dora High tops Umatilla 8 to 7. Bridge guests featured by Mrs. Quixley and Mrs. Lylean with prizes awarded to Mrs. Mac Mahon and others.
Department of Commerce reports credit Panama with mitigated effects of the world mood mainly due to Canal operations. Tourist arrivals through the Isthmus in the past year held up and compared favorably with prior years despite visitors being cautious with spending.
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