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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1941
Page
4
This excerpt presents a midline version of The American Creed affirming government by the people and the consent of the governed. It emphasizes democracy, unity, liberty, equality, justice, and humanity, alongside duties to love country, obey laws, respect the flag, and defend the nation.
Bonifay Advertiser notes that Florida officials emphasize strong tax collection measures with possible prison terms for noncompliance. Delinquent property may be attached and sold, reflecting a tough, all out campaign. Taxpayers urged to monitor assessments and budgets to safeguard fairness and improve their conditions.
A historical look at opposition fears that home rule would become a dictatorship in Tallahassee as new tax laws were debated. The Orlando Sentinel warned of potential abuses, but supporters argue state supervision will curb misuse while allowing lawful adjustments to assessments.
The Drum Beat urges community youth involvement to build habits and destinies with support from older leaders and local business figures. It endorses the Mount Dora Better Business Bureau’s role in guiding recreation and asks what teens in 1951 want, noting a desire for a nearby bathing beach.
The piece catalogs a chaotic wartime world with Britain sinking ships, Japan advancing in Indo China, and riots in Asia Minor. It notes German and Japanese advances, Vichy Axis alignment, and U.S. efforts in the Atlantic and Pacific. The author laments unclear front details and mocks optimistic briefings while referencing Roosevelt, Hopkins, Cordell Hull, Churchill, and Lindbergh amid global conflict.
Editorial notes uncertainty about inviting Miss Teen-pone and her boyfriend to talk with the Town. Authors suggest it could benefit the community but acknowledge possible errors in judgment.
A St Louis rally featured a crowd shouting anti Semitic jibes as Senator Nye attacked Jews within the motion picture industry. The report labels Nye’s remarks as Hitleresque and an un American appeal echoing Goebbels to disrupt internal peace.
Conference Committees for American Railroads announce in wage talks that railroads cannot grant wage increases. Operating brotherhoods seek 30 percent raises with a $1.80 minimum daily rise, while non operating groups demand 30 cents per hour and at least 70 cents per hour.
Gur notes rail demand could add as much as forty percent to annual revenue and argues such demands would create deficits in 1940 and 1941. He cites a rising business environment tied to national defense and says workers’ earnings in railroads are at an all time high despite industry struggles.
The Lake County Voiture 400 Forty and Eight passed a resolution endorsing the Roosevelt administration and War and Navy Department recommendations on military strength and materiel. It urges Congress and the American people to adopt the policy for total national defense and sends copies to local and state officials.
American citizens are urged to support the war effort by purchasing Defense Savings Bonds and Stamps, with all citizens encouraged to do their part in the emergency.
One unbroken mule three years old for sale or trade plus work and saddle harness. Apply 216 S Clayton St. Also for sale household furniture and 8 room unfurnished dwelling for rent See L R Tremain 411 Donnelly Street or 350 Tremain Court.
L L Polk of Eustis named vice chairman succeeding A C Stubbs of Leesburg who heads to the Industrial Commission in Tallahassee. Leslie Burdine of Leesburg elected secretary as Polk becomes vice chairman. Fourth Battalion Florida Defense Force HQ set at Mount Dora with Maj Dave Wiley commanding. Units include Lake County Company A, Sanford Company C, Orlando Company D. Senator Cooley praises council and urges continued service.
Experts at the Eighth Annual Citrus Growers Institute will discuss war effects on prices transportation fertilizer and pest control at Camp McQuarrie Ocala National Forest the week of August 25 29. Wednesday August 27 features Dr H G Hamilton and other specialists detailing citrus production and market impacts.
The Church of Christ at Lake Franklin Park on Rossiter Street offers Bible Study at 10:00 a.m. and preaching at 11:00 a.m. Guest speakers include David Harold from Daytona Beach on the first Sunday, L. B. Chastain from Ocoee on the third, Lester Starling on the fourth, and Chastain on the fifth Sunday. Evening services at 7:30 p.m. and prayer meeting at 8:00 p.m. All are invited.
The notice lists monthly gatherings for Baptist and Community churches, W M A circles, Ladies Aid, missionary activities, Woman's Society of Christian Service, American Legion and Auxiliary, Woman's Club dates, PTA meetings, Kiwanis luncheons, Lions Club sessions, O E S, Knights, Pythian Sisters, Past Chiefs Club, Home Demonstration Club, and more. It notes multiple weekly and monthly slots across various venues.
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