Diverse Observations on Society and Weather in 1930s America
A collage of notes reflecting social norms and curiosities, from industry energy and soap codes to education, birthrates, and college value. It mentions a hot wave in the Midwest, a boy’s role in his family, and the weather bureau's record dry year. It also highlights Florida tax collections, the Uncle Remus Highway plan, and Florida tourism advertising boosting state Come-back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S. Weather Bureau
The
Weather Bureau
Miami Beach
Uncle Remus
Washington
Florida
Macon
Tiftons
Ga.) Gazette
Greensboro
Charlotte
N. C
Spartanburg
Greenville
Anderson
S.C
Athens
Madison
Eatonton
Augusta
Chronille
All
Peninsular
Financial recovery upbeat across major cities cited
A nationwide survey shows municipalities restoring financial health with reduced debt and back pay, led by Chicago Philadelphia and San Francisco reporting improved conditions. Florida expands home demonstration and county agents boosting agriculture, family life, and New Deal goals as tourism and industry promise growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Union
Florida
Fort Pierce Tribune
Town council to furnish lights for new athletic field
The town council approves lighting for a section of the new athletic field. The system will use a pay meter to supply current, ensuring healthful outdoor recreation for youths and keeping them closer to home.
Savannah Morning News urges Floridians to learn their state
The Savannah Morning News urges Georgians to acquaint themselves with their own state, noting that visitors and natives alike lack local knowledge. Chambers of Commerce hold data on resources, but residents’ understanding of Florida’s advantages remains sketchy and should improve to better serve the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah
Floorida
Chambers of Commerce
Florida
Stars In Their Course spark interest in Mount Dora book
The Mount Dora Library feature highlights Sir James Jeans The Stars In Their Course as a non technical introductory astronomy work illustrated with sky maps and photographs. The piece notes the book broadens horizons and invites discussion. It also mentions Florida rush grass sold for northern factories and a nostalgic banker question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry
B. James
Mount Dora
James J. Jeans
Florida
Ocean
Flagler County
Mount Dora pests and garden notes from Mr Tees
Mr Tees of Winchendon Massachusetts recalls last spring in Mount Dora the invasion of blind mosquitoes and pests. He reports drier weather then rain revived gardens with Golden Bantam corn blueberries and maple syrup treats. He mentions hope the A C L bridge is finished and notes light repairs by “Javens.” The letter from the Mount Dora Topic clipping precedes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. D. Tees
Winchendon
Mass
Mount Dora
New England
Javens
Mr. Tees
Boston & Maine R. R
Gardner
Millions Of Tiny Insects Annoy Spy Pond Residents
Arlington Mass residents near Spy Pond cope with swarms of tiny mosquito like insects. The Board of Health requested relief as the pests swarm over sidewalks and patios. State station in Geneva reports the bugs breed in water and are harmless to health. No practical extermination exists as chemicals would kill beneficial life. The insects do not bite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spy Pond
Arlington
Mass
Board of Health For Relief
William H. Bradley
New York State Agricultural Experiment Station
Geneva
Board of Health
Poultrymen Laud Florida Findings On Paralysis Disease
Poultrymen nationwide congratulate the Florida Experiment Station for identifying the cause of fowl paralysis and leukemia in chickens. Letters from Maine, New Jersey, Virginia, Alabama, Louisiana, Missouri, Oklahoma, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Wyoming, Utah, Indiana, Iowa, Connecticut, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Ohio, New York, Minnesota and Maryland praise the breakthrough. A Missouri farm notes the solution will restore their ability to make a living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Florida Experiment Station
Maine
New Jersey
Virginia
Alabama
Louisiana
Missouri
Oklahoma
Michigan
Nebraska
Pennsylvania
Wyoming
Utah
Indiana
Iowa
Connecticut
Kentucky
Massachusetts
Ohio
New York
Minnesota
Maryland
Church Announcement at First Methodist Episcopal
Perry B. James pastor leads Bible School at 9 45 and morning service at 10 45. Attorney Thos H Cooley speaks on The Boy of Today and His Opportunities. Worth will meet each Sunday evichea 7 00 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Episcopal Church
Perry B. James
Thos. H. Cooley
Worth
Community Church Bible School and Young People's Meeting
The Congregational church invites the public to Bible School at 10 00 a m and a Young People meeting at 6 30 p m led by Pastor David B Spencer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bible School
Young People
David B. Spencer
First Baptist Church Services Ad Renfroe Lambert Pastor
Corner Tenth and Tremain in Renfroe Lambert, pastor. Sunday school at 9 45 a m morning worship at 11 00 a m Baptist Young People at 7 00 p m Evening Worship 7 00 p m Mid week service Wednesday 8 00 p m You are cordially invited to worship with us at any or all of these services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Tenth and Tremain
Renfroe Lambert
Baptist Young Peoples Reo
Disease Devastates Florida Poultry Plant Findings
A Florida poultry plant reports a disease entering its operation six years ago, costing 50 to 60 percent of its flock. The firm has invested 20 years and significant equipment to produce and house five to six thousand layers, seeking university input and control methods. Mayo Foundation officials commented, and Dr Emmet, the Florida investigator, has been asked to print a review in German medical leaflets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayo Foundation
Emmet
Florida
Germany
Notice of Undelivered Dividends Mt Dora Florida 1934
J M Lee Florida comptroller issues notice to holders of undelivered dividend warrants from Bank of Mt Dora. Warrants will be cancelled and funds reabsorbed into general account unless recipients present certificate at the comptroller’s office in Tallahassee by a stated date. List includes numerous individual holders and entities across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torida
J. M. Lee
F . Calesie
Pencaant
Eee
Florida
Comptroller
Tallahassee
Fiorida
Fe Wianion
Ancera
A. B. Altizer
M. A. Bancroft C
Beeman
H. Blodgett
Bowman
Emily’. A. C
Martha A. Cobb
Tom Crawford
P. .N. Call
Bo Detten
Hubert Coffey
Louise Reed
Dodg
Fearon Bros
Robt
E. Foster
Clara Franklin
Lena Db. Hardman
Florence Hopp
Edith
Hart, Deed
Emma D. Javens
A. P. Lewis
Barniirt
Hannah M. Lewig
Ruth K. Milliken
Floyd
E . Morse
Dora Band
J. Williamson
Treas
Geo
F. J. McDemott
Wilson Nash
James Aris
Sadie Security
Stock ‘Co
Gussie Smith
Fred W
E. M. Stevenson
Strider
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mount Dora, Florida
Edith Edeburn
Mount Dera
7 Front
Prionus Coskite
Mid-West
Times-Union
Tampa
Associated Press
Chicago
Jesse H. Jones
RFC
DR. Richardson
the Floral Telegraph Delivery Assoonets
Citrus Ave
Eustis, Fla
Elizabeth
M. Wells
First National Bank
Mount Dora, Fla
Cooley & Messer Attorneys AT Law
Samuel C. Peacock
Donnelly St
J. J. West
J. J. West Nan J. Stuart Telephone
Harold Wilson
Rehbaum & Crane
Ray Eckholdt
Chrysler and Packard
9Th & Donnelly
Bank OF MT. Dora
Emu Stuccive
Jas. Parker
Helen M. Bishop
Johnnie
J. Bowmar
L. O. Brown
Donald V. Cartledge
R. Collins
John. R. Crow Carl
Arn
A. E. Sander
Mx. Hel Smith
Sorrento Public
M & Steyn UN Rni Holliday
Nolita Waltemaier
Beth Walling’ Workers
Ee Woodury
Wweassanis
O.R. Anderson
John B. Barker
W. B
Blackwell
Jennie VY. Bowman Frank
Burton Central
Dist
Christian _Endeavor
Adelbert Lent
BE. Denson
Augustus R, Coffey
DeWitt H
W. B. Drew
H. W. Flavell
Alice C, Franklin
Frances D
Gould Florence L., Harrington
M. T. Higginbotham
Paul Hoppenrath
A. W. Hubbell
Dazelle Terrell
M. M. Leventhal
Corrine Meade Ap
Milliken Morris
Mary D. Morse
Geo. R. Mosher
Admi
Mary
Mosher
Lloyd Anderson
Marion Woodberry
Olive
M. B. Church L. W
McGinty
W. E. MacWhorter, Jr
M.A. Opie Mona
Harold Pichette Morris
Pike
Vesta A. Or
Thos. Leen
Roya
Anna L. Sargent
Dorothy O
Conner Shank
M.S. Smith
Laurena Stallings
W. H. Stiner
Wm. Swilley
R. H. Thompson A. D
Vaughan Lamar
Wil Ee
Aise
Chris Woodman
A. D
State OF Florida
Coleman’s Bread
Coleman
White House Paints
Perkins Paint Co
S. S. Sadler & CO
Jersey
Cliff) White, Prop
Builders Supply Company
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