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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
4
The Florida Times Union runs a current serial story titled Ask Me No Questions in its summer issue. Henry Ford advocates a ten months working year for industry, with assurances needed to satisfy workers and managers.
The note says Hoover plans action on the drought situation, a move that would astonish many and would likely become a major policy move. Critics and supporters weigh in on what such action could mean for farmers and relief efforts.
In Georgia and Pennsylvania observers note lingering unemployment strains as seasonal activities like popcorn popping and apples ripening underscore a broader economic mood. Local reports highlight ongoing job market challenges and cautious consumer behavior amid uncertain conditions.
Local towns debate merits of proposed Florida Soldiers' Home locations risking delays. Officials caution that infighting among communities could jeopardize the project and its timely establishment.
If Lady Conan Doyle believes the spirit pictures of her husband are genuine she should travel to America and Hollywood to view real trick photography and debunk the claim.
Tampa hosts Supreme Lodge Knights of Pythias and their Ladies with grand motorcade routes to distant points of interest. Visitors promise notable events and many miles of travel beyond the city, giving residents much to report home about.
Sir Thomas Lipton travels to this country again to defend his bid in the America's Cup yacht race. The veteran yachtsman, growing older, remains a beloved figure and many would not regret his victory if he wins once more.
A Florida editor contemplates relocating to Iowa to pursue a newspaper business. The piece notes reluctance to publish a frank opinion and states the paper will not mail a candid verdict.
While much of the country swelters with heat and drought Florida enjoys renewed showers that moisten the soil and ease the summer climate, signaling relief and a favorable start for winter vegetables.
Florida readers report Glen and Vera Howard observe local Marshallton Iowa tombstone shop activity described as unusual. They note lingering by lambs clasped hands and gates ajar raising questions about the business atmosphere and local dealings.
In early 1930s policy shifts threaten Caribbean vegetable importers as tariff increases on tomatoes lift costs. Florida truck growers prepare to feed the nation under higher duties, while Caribbean producers push back against Hawley-Smooth rates to protect profits.
An editorial from the Florida Times Union warns Mount Dora and all Florida counties that evading debt obligations could harm the state. It cites Georgia losing Congress seats due to population shifts and contrasts Florida with North Carolina, arguing that tax collection, pensions, and funding are strained while representing the dangers of fiscal irresponsibility.
The piece argues that communities failing to pay owed debts face humiliation and loss of prestige. It urges every town to discharge debts as sacred obligations, warning penalties will come from lost trust and reduced investment. It frames the issue as a test tied to congressional representation and state integrity.
Grant A. Ladd of Mount Dora, spending summer in West Orange, narrates a humorous homesick note. He laments heat and drought, jokes about parcel post home, and praises Florida’s climate and business conditions compared with the East. He vows to return to Mount Dora in September.
A satirical column riffs on current events and public figures. It jokes about a Tampa Tribune headline on a wife killing, notes jokes about Mussolini and Vesuvius, and quips on Napoleon in Paris, Queen Mary smoking, drought seed relief, Florida fruit flies, a non clothing hat ruling, New York police airplanes, and Coolidge.
Pastor Matthew J. Bouterse leads 9:45 Sunday School and 11:00 morning services. Regular B. Y. P. U. meetings at 6:45. Evening hour at 8:00 features the Senior B. Y. P. U. with special songs and a missionary playlet.
The Congregational Community Church lists Sunday School at 10:00 a m and Young Peoples Hour at 7:00 p m, outlining a day of programs for all ages.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a m with Sunday school at 9 45 a m. Testimonial meeting Wednesday at 8 p m. Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday 2 4 p m. All are welcome.
Ivy C. Johnson, noted paragraphist, recently edited the Mount Dora Topic for several issues and did a good job, as praised by the Jacksonville Times Union.
Moses Folsom notes in Times Union that the beautification committee of the Mount Dora park commission adopts the slogan Clean and Green. The motto aims to spur improvements in most towns.
Inverness Chronicle notes her numerous hits and home runs on the Mount Dora Topic while the Tallahassee News grants her a sprig of lilac for editorial versatility across all lines of work.
In Mount Dora the dialogue notes residents find Atlantic and Gulf waters too cool for swims in summer unless they build up water confidence through exercise. The text contrasts Florida attitudes with New Jersey views on swimming when hot weather arrives.
Tallahassee experts publish Hints to Housewives Weekly offering home management tips. The column covers cleaning, cooking, budgeting, and family care guidance for local readers seeking practical domestic advice.
The Eustis Lake Region notes a decision to avoid overindulgence as the community comments on not letting too many Georgia peaches affect residents. The brief reflects local dialogue on lifestyle and moderation.
The Orange Lawn Tennis Club pool nearly boiled swimmers during a heat wave. Fifteen tons of ice were dumped into the pool via a chute to cool the 30,000 tile bath, after water rose to eighty five degrees. Governor David L. George proposed the mass ice method to restore comfort.
A collection of home pudding instructions covers buttered bread puddings with custard, Poor Man’s Pudding with milk rice and raisins, chocolate corn starch pudding with melted chocolate, and variations like cake puddings. Steps include layering, baking in a water bath, and chilling for serving.
Editorial "Easy Chair" lauds The Editor Pro Tem for a hit and run on the Topic, noting personal growth and a playful tone. Readers are urged to support the writer with a gift like a dish-washing machine to ease the workload and keep humor alive.
Quote-heavy snippet cites Ivy Clough John son arguing in Florida Times Union that a man is never guilty until proven so and then is generally insane.
A reflective poem venerates the ocean as a godlike force of nature. The speaker, Ida Agnes La Force, describes its beauty mystery and power inspiring quest and solace. The verse contrasts tumult and calm and ends with a hopeful sentiment about humanity.
Florida leads all states in shipments of six major truck crops for 1928 29 Celery tomatoes green beans cucumbers peppers and eggplants. The state ranks second in watermelons and third in early Irish potatoes according to a survey by the Department of Agricultural Economics at the Experiment Station.
Fort Myers reports the Edison bridge nearing completion with traffic planned to commence on September 1, marking a milestone in local transit and infrastructure.
Notice states Dr Wells will close his dental office at 3 00 P M daily through July with temporary schedule adjustments for patients and staff.
An ad-like piece touts carbon bisulphide as a 2000 percent return investment for farmers storing corn. It links Florida’s $10 million annual corn crop and $2 million weevil loss to a proposed $100,000 investment that could save vast quantities of corn.
Eight Saint Lucie County growers sent an order of 2000 pineapple slips to Rice as reported by county agent Alfred Warren. The slips are expected to arrive around the middle of August.
Haines City project for Florida Military Institute finishes construction and remodeling of a nine building group. The work concludes a significant expansion and modernization effort.
Mount Dora Topic reports merchants back each original sale book with 50 sets available at 50 cents per dozen, offering a compact stock list and pricing for buyers.
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