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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1956
Page
4
Dora Publishing Company Ira Florida lists subscription rates under the act of March 3 187 for Mount Dora Topic. In advance prices include one year three dollars six months one dollar seventy five cents and single copy ten cents. Thursday December 20 1956.
A proverb notes that one void of wisdom despises his neighbor while a man of understanding keeps silent. The ancient saying emphasizes restraint and prudent judgment in speech.
The article urges Christians to renew faith in Jesus teachings as the path to peace amid the Cold War. It contrasts love and compassion with arms race rhetoric, urging adoption of the Sermon on the Mount to heal divisions and counter stylized threats. It cites Toynbee on religion guiding salvation, and asks how Christianity can unite diverse faiths.
Rev James Jones of the Methodist church reflects on the variable dates of Christmas and early church observances. He notes some celebrate on Jan 6 and others on March 25 while Dec 25 became universal in the fourth century. He adds that the star of Bethlehem may still shine today and that Christ’s light remains in the world.
The 27 member Jean Henrie circle of the Baptist church split to form a new Emma O'Hara circle honoring its oldest member Mrs Emma J O'Hara. The remaining circle hosted a Christmas party and gift exchange Monday evening.
Readers urge Mount Dora to support a hospital as a necessary institution not a building. They advocate starting small in a rented space to grow, hoping a benefactor will donate an estate for a dedicated hospital.
The editor notes relief at changes to the library exterior as workers begin daylight softening of the facade and night shading to reduce glare. Caroline A Colby provides the column with a reflective tone on improvements and public space aesthetics.
Charles Wareing, president of the Council High School, leads 25 Student Council members in a census project for Mount Dora. They will ask questions as part of a Denim Council national contest to survey community reaction to proposals for a new hospital and aid the temporary Dora hospital board.
Bok Tower organist Anton Brees will present a 30 minute recital at the Clermont Citrus Tower Friday night. Amplifiers will broadcast music across Lake County as the Clermont Chamber of Commerce asks citizens to send post cards reporting whether they could hear the concert.
A Florida conservation program is set for January 8 sponsored by the Lakes and Hills Garden Club and leaders including Byron Herlong of the Ocklawaha Basin Water Control Authority, Elizabeth Mason a forestry official, Tommy Anderson a Wildlife writer, Joe Kircher president of the Men's Garden Club, and R E Bob Norris Lake County agriculture agent.
Thirty five children of American Legion and Auxiliary members visited the Legion Memorial home after a potluck supper. Carol singing closed the evening. Mrs. Nick Danesky and Mrs. Ken Jorgensen assisted.
Public safety message urging drivers to prioritize safe habits over fear of accidents. Emphasizes caution, attentiveness, and responsible behavior behind the wheel to reduce risk on roadways.
Leesburg bank announces a 3 percent dividend for savers as part of a semi annual payout. Executive vice president Fred E. Briles notes this is the 17th such dividend and that prior 29 semi annual periods yielded at least 2 percent.
Tickets are available for the annual Yuletide dance sponsored by the Junior Woman's club at the Legion Memorial home Saturday evening. Music will be provided by Cec Gayle and his troupe of Orlando and the event will begin at 10 p.m. Dress is to be up to date.
A bold mail order ad promises fast fat loss using DIATRON without exercise or drugs. It guarantees money back if the weight is not lost, urging readers to try the product through Mount Dora Pharmacy with a $3.00 price and a mail order option.
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