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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1938
Page
4
A collection of aphoristic reflections on work, money, national character, and social behavior. Observations include views on unemployment, self service plans, political manipulation, and the lure of cars, with a playful note on Douglas Corrigan and Christmas seals as symbols of health and happiness.
The king and queen of England will visit the New York World’s Fair next year and after viewing the Florida Exhibit may plan winters in Florida.
A reader notes there is no separate town tax for Mount Dora schools and that the only property tax for schools is the county levy. The letter questions concerns about a small fraction of a dollar on county valuations and suggests not worrying about it.
The United States Secret Service issues a warning to merchants to watch for counterfeit five ten and twenty dollar bills bearing Lincoln Hamilton and Jackson. Clerks are advised to scrutinize all currency closely as busy daytime hours create ideal conditions for note passers and most fakes can be detected by careful examination.
A collision occurred on Clay ton street as a car carrying school children was struck by a smaller vehicle. No injuries were reported, but damage was substantial. The incident highlights the need for careful driving and better brakes and supports calls for state driver licenses and periodic vehicle inspections.
The Bible tops literature sales worldwide, translated into about a thousand languages with annual Bible sales in the tens of millions. Since 1916 the American Bible Society has circulated over 283 million volumes, underscoring its global influence and the role of biblical teachings in shaping American ideals.
Senator Bennett Champ Clark argues in Savannah that a properly framed reorganization bill could reduce government expenditures by three quarters of a million dollars. Debate will center on executive power versus shrinking agencies, with Democratic platform alignment shaping passage prospects.
A. Stuart Campbell cited Florida gains from 1920 to 1930 and 1933 to 1937. Population up 52 percent, income up 330 percent in the decade, forest and mineral outputs totaling 62 million dollars, fishing income at 5 million, farms averaging 4400 dollars, and broad increases in taxes permits production and trade. Despite obstacles, climate and resources promise further growth.
The column cheers a music revival movement and notes a nationwide Bring Back the Waltz contest. Miss Rosemary Church and Bill Bryan of Tampa won a state event in Jacksonville and will compete in Atlanta then New York City on December 14 for a chance at a three month Metro-Goldwyn-Maryer contract.
A Mount Dora resident argues the Mount Dora Topic deserves credit for promoting the town. They note the paper highlights tourist assets such as orange blossom scented avenues and helps attract visitors from northern cities.
A retrospective on Mount Dora developments credits Mrs. E. E. Keller for guiding the Mount Dora Topic from its 1922 incorporation through years of change. She stabilized management after illness disrupted control from 1925 to 1930 and again led the paper, noting its role in local growth and school engagement.
The Girl Scouts held a Court of Awards on December 6 at Mrs. G. B. Hurlburt's home. Scouts received numerous badges including Cyclist, Cook, Observer, Artist, Handywoman, Nurse, Needlewoman, Junior Citizen, Scholarship, Director, Ex Patrol Leader, Electrician, Second Class Rank, Boating, Homemaker, Laundress, Housekeeper, First Class Rank, and Tenderfoot Rank, naming many individual recipients such as Marilyn Johnson, Marjorie Daniels, Rita Daniels, Grace Lee, Joann French, Alma Boyd, Martha Williamson, Freida Stevenson, Jean Shipes, Libby Drawdy, Betsy Kramer, and others.
The Georgia Florida Jubilee in Orlando boosted Central Florida Scouting with 128 local scouts, 32 from Lake County, meeting nearly 1,000 from both states. A tented city at the Fair Grounds showcased self built shelters while a giant parade along the avenue featured Rollins College band and a lively Saturday crowd.
The article recalls a Boy Scout encampment at an arena and City Auditorium where tutors praised the boys for teamwork without full rehearsals. A Sunday convocation featured Catholic and Jewish clergy, along with Dean Melville Johnson, Rev. Fr. J. R. Bishop, and Rabbi Morris A. Skop, stressing religion and democracy. Camp grounds emptied peacefully and officials praised the event as a model for Central Florida youth. Kenneth G. Rogers, Kiwanis Club chairman, urged Lake County citizens to support the movement.
Ted Shawn and his male dancers arrived near Eustis in Lake County on Sunday December 18 after a Canada and Eastern States tour. Fern Helscher arrived ahead to arrange Florida appearances while Shawn champions a winter center in Lake County with a studio and cottages. The Lake County Chamber of Commerce helped coordinate the visit and winter headquarters plan.
The Department of Agriculture restricts Florida sugar production by 25 percent and requires plowing up a quarter of the cane crop, forcing about 25 percent of workers to be dismissed as acreage is reduced. Independent growers face discouragement toward expanding acreage and forming a cooperative sugar house due to the new limits.
The annual Christmas program by the church choir features all three choirs singing and a Christ play Mimi Lights the Candle. Sunday morning the minister chairs a service on The Manger, with 10:00 a.m. church school. Next Wednesday a Community Sing begins Fellowship Service at 7:00 p.m. followed by a devotional 7:30 to 8:00 and a Carnival hosted by Epworth Leagues. Everyone is invited.
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