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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1943
Page
4
The creed proclaims government by the people with powers from consent of the governed, a democratic republic with unity among states, and a nation based on freedom equality justice and humanity. It commits citizens to love defend obey respect and support the Constitution and flag.
A Jacksonville resident asks Mount Dora Topic editor to update delivery to 2701 Myra Street effective with the current issue. She notes joy in receiving the paper and highlights stories about local service members, asking to preserve coverage of “our boys.”
Mr. Elliott Van Voorhis reports the death of his sister-in-law Mrs. George R. Van Voorhis in Fishkill New York on April 16. She was a registered nurse and active in the Dutchess County Health Association. She and Mr. Van Voorhis visited Elliott Van Voorhis here last winter.
The Agricultural Extension Service releases a ready to use farm record book to help farmers track income tax information. Practical notes cover worm control mixtures, Creolin disinfectant dilution, cow dry period before calving, and early feeding for baby chicks with guidance on mash feed for the first weeks.
The Pic magazine of April 27 highlights Ross Allen of Silver Springs Florida and his Reptile Institute. He warns that 35 000 poisonous reptiles will be needed for antivenin this year and notes his institute employs 71 workers.
An editorial urges youth to prepare now for a future without war. It stresses education and physical fitness, urges timely training in gun safety, and encourages buying war stamps and bonds. It thanks Mr. Wm. LEngle Garnett for donating two copies of Let the People Know by Norman Angell to the library.
The notice profiles Jackie Barker born April 15 1927 in New York City. His family moved to France before 1939 where he attended St. Jeans and Collins Private School. They returned to the United States in 1939 and he joined Mount Dora High School. He is a glee club member and airplane spotter, fluent in French, and enjoys Louis Bromfield and Wordsworth. He recalls a 1937 Paris Exposition as his most interesting experience and plans studies at the Citadel or University of Virginia after graduation.
Marye Amelia Estey, born March 17 1926 in Jacksonville Florida, now lives in Tangerine Florida. She is a five foot five inch five year student at Mount Dora School who enjoys typing dancing reading poetry photography swimming and music by Harry James and Johann Strauss. Her two trips to Canada stand as her most memorable experiences and she plans to work for Western Union after completing school.
In Tallahassee on October 1, 1925 a second son was born to Mr. and Mrs. R. R. Hogsett. Named John William but known as Johnnie, he is five feet six inches, brown haired with brown eyes and weighs 127 pounds. He attended Fort Bradenton Winter Garden Beula Tangerine and Mount Dora schools. His favorite subject is geometry and he plans to join the navy after graduation. He collects pipes, admires Al Capp, loves blue, and lists steak as his favorite food.
A group of readers exchange opinions on holding a skip-away day for seniors. Floy Townsend and Dot Adams voice approval with conditions, while Gloria Watts Nancy Hollingsworth and Sonny express support. Norman cautions about costs and Edward defers to a partner's view.
A long list of April social events shows friends hosting luncheons at Grace Lee’s home in Ocala and gatherings across nearby towns. The notes recount boating trips, dances, interviews, and a cheerfully chaotic array of couples and potential romances among students, with playful gossip about pairs and weekend plans.
The note recalls Robert Jackson and his niece who has become a notable dancer during her stay. It ponders what the “little woman” will do with Ensign Klatte away in Jacksonville. A question about Billy B.s Friday evening hints at a lonely night.
Florida seniors statewide took spring placement tests with Mount Dora students posting top marks. English and science leaders Dorothy Adams and Jimmy Allen scored 90 or higher, while overall scores hovered above the state average of 50. Seniors placed orders for commencement invitations and gown measurements ahead of graduation.
The juniors are glad to have Mil dred Holloway back with them after several days absence due to her grandmother's death. The group also mourns two classmates Eugene Everett of Sorrento and Elaine Zwicker who has returned to Erie Pennsylvania.
Lake County ACA participants may obtain official 1943 program year field acreages by visiting the county AAA office. Ralph A. Adams says maps have been prepared from aerial photographs and sizes recorded, with free access for farmers who bring farm maps and any details needed to update records for split or redefined fields.
Walter D Patton, commander of the Florida Department United Spanish War Veterans, celebrated his birthday on April 26. He served as a U S Volunteer as a schoolboy in Philadelphia, later in the National Guard, and spent a year and a half in the Philippines. He was discharged at the Presidio, California as a sergeant and took part in three major campaigns including the Battle of San Mateo.
Huey E C Huey of Leesburg district 1 Lake County observes his May 1 birthday born 1893 in Matthews North Carolina. He studied two years in college works as a Realtor and leads First Federal Savings and Loan Association. He arrived in Lake County in 1925 and serves as Baptist Sunday school superintendent now in his 18th year. He is a Kiwanian Scottish Rite Mason American Legion member and chairs the Selective Service Board and Lake County Red Cross chapter.
Announcements for First Baptist Church and a nearby church list service times. The Baptist service includes Bible School morning, Worship, Training Union, and prayer meeting. the other church notes Sunday School, sermons by the pastor, Youth Fellowship, and midweek prayer.
A church notices morning services at 7th Avenue with James Austin and Florence Hanseo among organizers. Includes adult Bible class closing session and an organist, with a devotional focus titled The Breaking of the Eucharist and Recreation.
The Church of Christ on Rossiter Street in Sanford Road holds Bible Study at 10:00 A.M. and preaching with communion at 11:00 A.M. on the 2nd and 4th Sundays with L. B. Chastain and Lester Starling. Evening service is at 7:30 P.M. with a Wednesday prayer meeting also at 7:30 P.M.
The First Church of Christ Scientist in Eustis Florida hosts Sunday School at 9 30 A M and Sunday Service at 11 A M on Grove Street and Lemon Avenue with the topic Everlasting Punishment A Wednesday 8 P M testimonies meeting is held A free reading room on Lemon Avenue open daily from 3 to 5 providing Bible and Christian Science literature for reading borrowing or purchase The public is invited to all services and to use the reading room.
Florida social work leaders plan a War Conference in Orlando from May 9 to 12. Ray V. Sowers urges attendance, outlining topics from Family Security and the War to Post War planning. Headquarters will be at the Angebilt Hotel with memberships at $2.00.
In The Pied Piper star Monty Woolley appears in Life Begins at 8 30 at the Princess cinema. The showing runs Friday and Saturday for audiences who enjoy sophisticated wit and polished acting.
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