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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1928
Page
2
A recent item argues that a $13,000 award to a widow, caused by a fallen high voltage line on a decayed bracket, shows insurance is essential for communities. It warns public ownership may expose towns to liability and higher taxes, while private owners may offer safer, more responsible service.
Mount Dora yacht club members dispute closing the clubhouse for summer and whether to hire a caretaker. The majority favor keeping the club open with member privileges and emphasize it as a key local asset despite reduced social activity and renovations needed before the season.
The 1927 act authorized a statewide stock taking by Grosvenor Dawe and Forrest H. Johnson to map Florida’s resources. They traveled over 15 000 miles across 67 counties gathering data on manufacturing, transportation, power, and utilities, with a final report due within a year. The study will catalog vast natural resources awaiting utilization and project Florida’s industrial potential.
The jury acquitted Harry Sinclair in the Teapot Dome case, sparking debate over a double standard of justice for the rich. Critics warn Supreme Court faith in the ruling contrasts with widespread calls for accountability, while lawmakers condemn the perceived corruption and fear waning respect for law.
A Philadelphia built vehicle claims the world speed record, prompting revision of local perceptions about the city’s automotive prowess and engineering achievements.
The Dunnellon high school senior class plans the production of A Modern Ananias prompting speculation on which gubernatorial candidate the title role might portray. Rumors swirl that Peggy Hopkins Joyce may be poised for another marriage venture aiming to reclaim fame as a famed short term wife dealer.
A British nobleman paid 360000 dollars for a painting of an automobile, a Model T Ford, signaling that the market for car images may trend higher than ever yet.
The column notes that questioning a man about politics was once dangerous, now it is joked about. The author declares personal Republican affiliation, rooted in a Philadelphia upbringing, to avoid misunderstanding.
Readers are reminded letters are not endorsements by the Topic. Letters may be signed with a fictitious name if the writer supplies a real name. anonymous communications will not be considered.
The piece notes with regret that Chicago mayor Big Bill Thompson again declined to resign. It mocks his electoral vote tables and cautions about political fund raising, while a science mag predicts television will cost a dollar to view a face and jokes about insurance against wrong numbers.
The piece argues that INDEPENDENT aims for even coverage across parties and positions. It notes that political winds swing, so today’s tilt may reverse tomorrow, emphasizing balanced presentation over partisan advantage.
W E Lackey writes to Mount Dora Topic stating support for an auditorium but clarifying he did not endorse a specific fifty thousand dollar bond. He favors financing that city officials and taxpayers deem advisable and affordable for Mount Dora.
Mount Dora hosts speedsters Miss Mount Dora See-Me-Go and Miss Pluto as local yachtsmen boost 151 class Florida racing. Flood waters disrupt Winter Garden with drifting streets and dredging. Mount Dora Pharmacy and Grand Leader call on fire department to pump out floodwaters. Tavares beats Mount Dora 8 to 7 in Lake Orange league game. locals praise sportsmanship and cordial rivalry between the towns.
The Conn Music Center laments ten sopranos including E flat and B flat ranges in the choir. A new mezzo-soprano lead instrument in F is described as sounding different yet similar, provoking dismayed reaction to the change and loss of solo opportunities.
The piece argues Congress bungled radio legislation by dividing stations and powers into five zones under pressure from small wildcat stations. It warns that anyone may broadcast or speak on air, prompting concern and calls to action from radio listeners.
The piece notes a new saxophone making ten in existence and cites dire public suffering of ten percent. It mentions a Saxophone in "F" supposedly meaning Saxophone in Finale. Hospital records and the census are invoked, but the text ends abruptly with a death count.
A humorously terse exchange features a history professor questioning a young lady about the Mayflower Compact, with her quip suggesting ignorance and a joking reference to a cosmetic product. The dialogue hints at contrasts between scholarly topics and pop culture.
Listeners complain about poor reception from stations offering worthwhile programs while a Louisiana outlet muddles the air with tin can music and nasal announcing. The critique highlights dissatisfaction with broadcast quality and on air personalities.
A friend surveying oil stocks and bonds promised to donate any tainted items to the Salvation Army. The remark likens a patriotism claim to Artemus Ward’s extreme sacrifice of family ties for country.
Estelle travels through Chicago and says she does not know if Jack will fight. The remark leads to a near unanimous reaction among observers about the looming confrontation.
Note on athletes from C Pyle's bunion derby circuit continuing slow progress amid ongoing competition.
The bird who puts bomb proof bungalows on sale in Chicago is due to make a fortune. If a cloudy day prevents you from seeing one of our Florida sunsets, a readily available substitute is a glance at the faces of over-rouged girls.
In earlier times drunk youths staggered around lamp posts. Today motorists imitate the act, repeating the old prank with a different audience and mood as street behavior shifts with the era.
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