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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1943
Page
4
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A school assembly included the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, invoking national unity. The pledge declared allegiance to the United States and its Republic, affirming liberty and justice for all.
The passage presents the core American Creed affirming government by the people, union of states, and liberty. It emphasizes duties to love country, support the Constitution, obey laws, respect the flag, and defend the nation against enemies.
A Mount Dora Church of Christ minister outlines Christlike traits. Obedience to God, self denial, forgiveness, and steadfast truth teaching define the Spirit of Christ, with emphasis on doing the Father’s will, sacrificing for others, praying for enemies, and condemning error.
Ben D. Harrell appointed as forester with county offices in Ocala to assist woodland owners in Marion Levy Sumter and Lake counties. He will aid marketing of forest products and keep woodlands productive with emphasis on supplying forest products for war needs. The project supports Florida Forest and Park Service efforts through the Ocala district office.
Alex Collins of Ocala and Leya of Forestry support a woodland marketing project funded jointly by the Florida Forest and Park Service and the U S Forest Service with Educational Extension Service assistance. Harrell, with years of forest experience near Fort White, Florida, is appointed to serve citizens. his services are free upon request via the County Agent's office.
John L. Fahs announces statements have been sent to all individual taxpayers who filed an estimated declaration for 1943 on September 15. Those whose estimate is at least 80 percent correct must remit the total balance due by December 15. Those not within 80 percent must file an amended declaration on Form 1040ES, crediting prior payments, and include Form 1124 with the amended filing. Farmers have special relief: eg penalty exemptions if within 80 percent and farming income dominates. All declarations must be filed by December 15 to avoid penalties. many filers had to file due to higher income expectations.
Sixth grade students report multiple activities including tuberculosis seal drives totaling $2.00 and $2.50 in seals purchased, perfect spelling records for two six week periods, and class fundraising for the junior class play. Pearl Smith joins from Tennessee as the class grows to twenty seven members with no moves out so far.
The fifth grade notes new members Turner of Orlando and Chester Weinman of New Jersey. They describe Thanksgiving cookies, a thanks giving party, and listening to the American School of the Air. The class praises Ms Norton Mrs Whitehead and Mr Willard. They report a PTA prize for gaining members and perfect spelling by several students.
Grade mothers Mrs. Pike and Mrs. Mar Sell hosted a party with ice cream and cake. Students made miniature pilgrim theatres and drew names for a Christmas gift exchange. Arabia and Norway studies wrap up while Europe map scraps are added to scrapbooks. Perfect spellers named for last week and this week include several students with repeated recognitions.
Two young visitors joined the class the day before Thanksgiving Joyce Combs and Jackie Register from e City spent the day with students. Grade mothers Mrs. Johnson and Mrs. Connex hosted a party with gingerbread and juice while Mr. Harold Larsen provided apples. Six girls and two boys posted six weeks of perfect attendance.
John Connery returns after a long absence and a new member brings the total to 37. Two members move away this week, creating more room to move. The group enjoyed a film about the Flying Fortress and notes of blooms from African violet and narcissus bulbs. Christmas plans include a party on the 17th after a Friday drawing. The grade father Mr Scott sent pencils and a thank you letter was written by Bill and Harriet. Perfect spellers for weeks 11 and 12 were Boyd Atkins Barbara Hill Betty Sue Scott.
Lake County Chamber of Commerce at Tavares reports November mail 1440 letters and 2860 pieces of printed matter sent out. Many letters targeted prior inquirers as files are revised and responses come from December issue ads in four sports magazines.
The note records grade enrollment dropping to two as Jeanette Thom Wilma Liles and Martha Jane Lane moved away. It mentions Christmas preparations including posters decorations and gift exchanges for a party.
Mrs Charlotte M Brodie 82 died Monday evening November 29 at Hinsdale Sanitarium Illinois after a long illness. Funeral services were held December 2 at 3 30 p m at Hinsdale. Dr A M Brodie, her husband, died February 20 of this year.
Mrs Stella Clark Bloodgood 75 of Tangerine died Thursday morning at Mount Dora Hospital after a long illness Funeral services were Sunday at 2 pm at Tangerine Community Church with Rev Robert C Kilbourne officiating Burial followed in Forest Cemetery Mount Dora She lived in Tangerine 27 years and was noted for Christian spirit and generosity She is survived by one daughter Mrs Charles Irvang Jr of Killarney Florida and three grandchildren Bill John and Mary Frances Irvang of Killarney Mr Bloodgood preceded her in death
Nearly 3,500 Lake Countians saw the technicolor sound picture Fortress of the Sky during the week of November 29 to December 4. Ralph Arey of the Lake County Defense Council reported 21 showings by the Lake County Chamber of Commerce to service clubs, high schools and defense councils, receiving enthusiastic responses from parents and friends of flying cadets. The film highlighted checks, tests and ongoing improvements for safety and comfort of air crews and featured beautiful scenery. Junior play Mrs Blake's Family at Community Building Friday night.
Local groups list monthly gatherings and meeting times across churches civic clubs and fraternal organizations. Baptists and Methodists hold regular circle and society meetings. Ocean Legion posts, auxiliaries and boosters meet weekly or monthly in city venues. Pythian groups, Lions Kiwanis and Masons specify evenings and rooms. PTA and social clubs schedule dates for member participation and community activities.
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