Advertising vs circulars stir Mount Dora merchants debate
An editorial reprinted from the Jacksonville Times Union argues newspapers remain essential for merchants facing competition from handbills and circulars. It notes Dayton Ohio experiments with handbills reduced newspaper reading and civic activity, urging intelligent newspaper advertising to reach prospected customers nationwide.
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Jacksonville
Dayton
News
Louisville
Courier-Journal
Child Slavery Editorial Calls Out Farm Labor Abuse
The August Woman's Home Companion editorial argues hundreds of thousands of American children under sixteen toil in farmwork. It cites long hours, migratory labor, crowded unsanitary housing, and health issues like protruding shoulder blades and flat feet, criticizing state inaction after the failed child labor amendment.
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Woman’s Home Companion
Colorado
Robin endurance record sets pace for hard to beat
The article notes the Robin team pushing an endurance record as untiringly as if paid must be a high rate, implying they would not come down. This reflects admiration for the team's stamina and persistence.
Notions on Compulsory Church Attendance and Gip Galloway
A satirical piece critiques compulsory church attendance citing Liberty magazine. It humorously follows Gip Galloway through daily habits and routines before noting his death at a local grade crossing. The obituary lists numerous health specialists and institutions as survivors.
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Liberty
Periscope notes on Florida progress and local humor
The column reflects a breezy Florida town mood praising effort, taxes, and future hopes. It notes state politics, governor’s policies, radio ease, and the value of optimism. It mentions plans for an eternal paint firm, winter guests heading home, and the town's enduring appeal and growth.
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O. K
Florida
Samuel
Lakes
Leav
The Mediterranean Fruit Fly Parasite Efforts in Hawaii
A report on biological control of the Mediterranean fruit fly in Hawaii. Parasite species from Africa and Australia have been released since 1913 to reduce infestations. Parasitism varies by fruit type, with high rates in coffee and low in thick skins like oranges.
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Hawaii
Hawaiian Board of Agriculture and Forestry
Silvestri
Fallaway-Bridwell
Africa
South Africa
Australia
Nigeria
West Africa
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International Chamber of Commerce
Amsterdam
America
Julius H. Barnes
Gip Galloway
Helm’s
Doc Fenn
Hale & White
First National Bank
Mount Dora
Rehbaum & Co
Paul Revere
Chamber of Commerce
George Washington
George
Carlton
Martin
L. O. Howard
the Observer
P. S
Alice Crowell Hoffman
Builders Supply CO
Monogram Stationery
Ss Ob
Lake County Publishing Co
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