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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1943
Page
4
Mount Dora publication lists Edith Edeburn Keller as editor with George C. Keller as associate editor and business manager Eugene L. Downs as associate editor and business manager and plant superintendent. The notice appears in the Mount Dora Florida edition published every Thursday.
A school assembly recited the pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Students affirmed the Republic for which it stands one nation indivisible with liberty and justice for all.
The passage declares belief in a government by the people, derived from consent, within a democratic republic. It emphasizes unity, freedom, equality, justice, humanity, devotion to country, obedience to laws, respect for the flag, and defense against enemies.
Mrs. William D. Bishop of Grand Rapids Michigan thanks Mount Dora Topic staff for sending copies to her nephew Daniel Bishop in Saint Johns Michigan while he is in service. She notes his affection for Mount Dora and asks for prompt copies. Her letter expresses sincere appreciation and support for the local boys and friends.
The narrator describes an emotional response to modern eye exams led by a young assistant. He details a long, unfamiliar process with new machines and a shift from simple tests to complex diagnostics in a contemporary optical clinic.
The writer recalls a visit to an eye clinic where tests are done in light and dark rooms, a long procedure, and a final choice of glasses. Optometrist Doc Eychaner and American Optical Co influence the stylish, modern frames that finally restore the writer’s ability to read.
On shipboard and in artillery every battle relies on powder monkeys in the crew who move ammunition to the guns. Civilians refer to these essential teams as gun crews while comrades use an intimate term among friends.
The Florida State Chamber of Commerce Research Division reports federal income tax paid by Floridians rose 214 percent from 1937 to 1943, reaching $110,070,864 for the 1943 year ending June 30. Florida's share of the national total remains under 1 percent.
Lake County distributed 121 723 50 in Old Age assistance for the year ending July 1 1943 up from 101 782 00 the prior year with 72 recipients as of June. State figures show slight statewide OAA recipient decline due to higher income from war work. Aid to the Blind totaled 7 262 50 for 46 recipients and Aid to Dependent Children 19 469 50 for 48 families. Administrative costs fell 9.58 percent amid a 15 percent cut in total admin costs. Public cash grants for the year reached 170 00 the largest since 1937.
A short promotional note touts V Mail as a cost effective service and urges frequent use. The message emphasizes value and practicality for regular correspondence.
Memberships at the Lake County Chamber of Commerce in Tavares reach 1353, just 58 short of last year’s 1410 record. Bank of Tavares and Doc Kenney are latest to pay. Three membership classes exist: Regular 1.25, Contributing 5.00, Sustaining 12.50. Several communities have met or exceeded quotas including Minneola and Clermont, with many others close to targets.
Karl Lehmann, executive manager of the Florida War Finance Committee, leads statewide drives from the Lake County Chamber of Commerce role. John L. Fahs serves as vice chairman. Lake County plans meetings at the Lake County Court House in Tavares on September 1 at 2 p.m to explain plans and policies for the September bond drive of fifteen billion dollars.
The Florida Optometric Association notes that face coverings will fade after the war as color in eyewear grows, new materials emerge, and spectacle habits are shaped by fashion experts. The August Optical Journal and Review of Optometry forecasts beauty lightness and lasting durability.
An obituary item from three weeks ago provides no further details beyond a telegram note. The brief mentions a death with no names dates or locations given in the readable text.
Annie Turrentine writes from Philadelphia to Mrs Backus describing safe arrival and upcoming operation. She notes doctors will provide the best care and expresses gratitude for kindness offering to hear from her soon. She mentions arranging hospital admission next Wednesday and asks for news.
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce reports strong response to a recent letter asking for postwar planning ideas. J. Ed. Baker, president, notes many county residents proposed county wide and regional ideas and urges business and professional leaders to send suggestions to the court house in Tavares for directors to consider.
The Navy announced 17-year-olds showing aptitude may join as hospital apprentices at $54 monthly with benefits. Lieut. Comdr. T J Jr, in charge of recruiting, said recruits will go to Hospital Corps school after boat training. Training could occur in San Diego Pensacola New York City or Norfolk. Applications are taken at Navy recruiting stations in Jacksonville Marianna Tampa St. Petersburg Orlando Gainesville or Tallahassee.
A Royal Air Force sergeant in West Africa writes the Lake County Chamber of Commerce at Tavares asking for a booklet on Florida hunting and fishing. It took seven weeks for the letter to arrive, with V-Mail sent to speed future contact. He praises American buddies and expresses hope to visit Florida after the war.
A Lake County man asked the chamber for a small homesite. He was told his name would be sent to a real estate dealer on vacation in Ohio. An air mail reply urged immediate contact to learn about Lake Corn in a few minutes of conversation across letters.
Mrs. Deifenderfer, 29, joined the Marines first allowing her husband Robert O Deifenderfer of Allentown Pa. to enlist today. Regulations previously barred wives from joining the Marine Corps Women's Reserve if their spouse was a Marine.
Lt. Richard R. Amerine, a Marine Corps pilot, survived in a Solomons jungle by living on red ants and snails after his aircraft was lost in combat.
First Methodist Canton announces church school at 9:30 A M with graded classes led by Richard Brown and worship services at 11:00 A M and 7:00 P M under Pastor Doggett. First Baptist Sixth and Tremain lists Bible School at 9:45 A M worship at 11:00 A M and evening service at 5:00 P M with Prayer and Teachers meetings. Community Church Donnelly Corner announces resumption of services October 3 under Richard D D pastor with Celia Stein Claftin as organist and Florene Gilbert as soloist.
Community group schedules list monthly and weekly meetings for churches, Ladies Aid, Missionary circles, W M A units, American Legion and Auxiliary, Band Boosters, Women’s Club, Kings Daughters, PTA, Kiwanis, Lions, Masons, C E S, Knights of Pythias, Pythian Sisters, Past Chiefs, Home Demonstration Club, and related organizations with dates and venues such as City Hall, Community Building, and temple locations.
The American Legion Auxiliary of Florida under Department President Mrs. E F Westfall issues a state wide call to the colors and asks every member to act as a recruiting officer to attract WAVES volunteers.
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