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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1942
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices in advance: one year for $2.00, six months, three months, and single copies for display advertising at 35 cents per inch plus classified ad rates at one cent per word with a 25 cent minimum. It notes filing as second class matter in Mount Dora Florida on April 1916 under the 1879 act.
The passage presents the Pledge of Allegiance as a concise statement of loyalty to the United States. It asserts allegiance to the flag and the republic, emphasizing unity, liberty, and justice for all.
The excerpt presents The American’s Creed declaring belief in a government of the people, a union of states, and a republic founded on equality and justice. It affirms love for country, support of the Constitution, obedience to laws, respect for the flag, and defense against enemies.
Statement attributed to Major Thomas H. Cooley emphasizes the value of liberty and the duty to defend it for future generations. The quote frames freedom as a lasting goal requiring ongoing commitment and vigilance.
A U S Department of Agriculture guide lists eight types of people in pursuit of shortages. Sally Locksnatcher buys stockings, Willy Wearitout holds a paid car, Susie Smoothie pressures clerks for extra sugar and gas, Herman Haardem hoards goods, Ruthie Rumormonger spreads rumors.
A fragment describes a clever fixer who knows laws and rackets and a character named Toughie Sneakie who supplies black market goods. It portrays a buyer’s service world with hints of evasion and scheming, mentioning a titled, aloof person and a dealer offering goods on request.
A country weekly editor urges readers to think before writing to servicemen abroad. Personal details can sap morale and endanger lives, while encouraging words can reinforce resolve. The campaign stresses that letters should protect emotional well being and support the war effort rather than harm it.
The article advises soil preparation and timely fertilizer before planting fall crops such as beans cucumbers and lettuce. It covers pruning rose bushes in August and emphasizes careful seed choice. It also describes signs of good versus poor poultry producers including comb color eyes and shanks.
On August 17 1942 the Lake County Board of Commissioners urged state voters to ratify a constitutional amendment. They noted a ten year effort to reduce ad valorem taxes for bonds and said the amendment would end such taxes for principal and interest on all bonds if adopted in the November election.
The Better Citizenship Building Club met on Wednesday August 19 with Mr and Mrs Harold Overhiser as guests. Citizens thank white friends and groups for aiding the community building effort and materials for curtains. Subscriptions rise for Mount Dora Topic with J C Hudson in charge.
A 64 page Florida Agriculture Department booklet chronicles the State Farmers Markets started by Nathan Mayo. It covers eight years of growth from one to twenty eight markets statewide and details facilities for vegetables crops livestock poultry tobacco and home products. The system disposed of more than 12 million dollars of produce last year and is a model for other states.
State Forester H. J. Malsberger announces war damage insurance for forest properties through the War Damage Corporation. Coverage applies to merchantable timber at 15 cents per $100 annually with no limit, possibly up to full property value. partial losses payable in proportion to insurance carried. Cooperation with Florida Forest and Park Service noted.
Robert Johnson holds Tax Certificate 1078 issued August 7 1941 and applies for a tax deed on 80 acres in Lake County Florida described as NW of SEY NEY of SW Sec 31 Too WS R 20 E. If not redeemed by law the property will be sold at the courthouse door in Tavares on October 5 1942 at 11 00 A M according to the official seal of Clerk Geo J Dyke.
Henry Shelton files for tax deed on part certificate 8386 covering Lot W of SWY of SEY in section 4 Township 19 South Range 20 East in Lake County Florida. Gabriel Sanders identified on the record. Sale set for October 5 1942 at the Tavares courthouse. The Growers Loan Guarantee Co appears on certificate 8385 for NW of NW and SEY in section 24 Township 19 South Range 2 East. Sale set for October 5 1942 at 11 a.m. at the Tavares courthouse.
The page lists multiple churches with service times and locations in Eustis, Groveland and nearby areas. It includes First Church of Christ Scientist details, Bible school times, sermons, prayer meetings, and Sunday services across several denominations and pastors.
The Catholic church at Grove Street and Badger Avenue lists rectory at 234 Badger Ave, with Rev. William O'Farill as pastor. Sunday Mass on the first Sunday at 8 AM and other Sundays at 10 AM, confessions Saturdays and Eves, baptisms Sundays at 3 PM. Golden Triangle Lodge 874 Moose meets at X of P Hall on the first and third Fridays. Dr. E R Hutchins is Governor and M C Kirkland is Secretary.
The calendar lists regular monthly and weekly meetings for church circles including The Lambert Mary Simpson and Overhiser Circles of the WWU, Community Church Ladies Aid, Missionary group, Methodist Woman's Society, and various civic fraternal and service organizations. Also shows American Legion and Auxiliary, Band Boosters, Woman's Club, Kings Daughters, PTA, Kiwanis, Lions, Masons, Eagles, Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters with scheduled days and venues.
Civic groups may obtain from B F Goodrich Rubber Co Jacksonville a 16 mm film Keep em Rolling. The film illustrates the tire conservation need and rubber's role in national economy, showing early motor transport, tire growth, military rubber uses, and a section on synthetic rubber manufacture.
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce received word that the fifteen minute radio script it prepared was broadcast Wednesday August 5 over WFPG Atlantic City New Jersey. The station reaches about twelve million listeners per Florida National Exhibits publicist Helen E Pillsbury. Buy Bonds to Win the Peace.
The State Department of Public Safety said sales of 1943 state drivers licenses have been slow. It warned that exam days will be slower after October 1 due to a shortfall of 40 road patrol men. Licenses went on sale August 20 in county judges offices. No exam needed if renewing before October 1 with a 1942 license from Florida or other states.
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