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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1935
Page
4
A Mount Dora column notes social witticisms and opinions on public life. It references Edith Edeburn Keller and George C. Keller, comments on speeding, racing, manners, advertising, perfume, Santa Claus beliefs, and a Seaboard travel report. It highlights Roosevelt's birthday menu with Florida fruits and avocado, and the prospect of U S automobile production exceeding one million in early 1916.
Conservation Commissioner Geo. W. Davis reports five years of rising quail deer and wildlife populations across Florida forests. He says season stock will be plentiful when it closes and presumes next year will see even more abundant game than in recent years.
A proposed Georgia law by Rep. H. B. Edwards would allow a husband to draw alimony from a wife if the wife holds the title to the family property. The measure has backing from Mrs. Helen W. Coxon, the only woman in the 1935 Georgia legislature.
The Perrine lemon, a hybrid developed by Dr. Walter T. Swingle, adapts to Florida soil and climate. In 18 months over 300 acres planted with more planned, mainly in Lake county’s Ridge area, with expectations to meet markets formerly supplied by imports from Italy and other foreign sources.
A survey of Who's Who respondents reveals that about 23 000 of 28 000 named individuals reported college attendance. The article argues education is a strong factor in personal progress and specialization in modern careers, though not absolutely essential for success.
An ornithologist explains a bird’s nightly rest and grip on a perch as a mechanical feat. He describes a long tendon from hip to heel that rigs over knee and ankle, tightening toe tendons to clamp the bird to its perch as it settles to sleep.
A narrator recalls meeting Dr Harry Wentworth Davis who handed out genuine dollar bills to promote Florida opportunities. Each bill bore his card with dire warnings to plant it and watch it grow, a clever ad campaign that generated word of mouth long after the money circulates.
County Board announces March fifth as election day for school trustees and millage across districts including Al toona Eustis Cassia Sorrento Mount Dora Tavares and others. Notices invite qualified citizens to run by petition due February twenty second and stresses public duty and community service. Key West rehabilitation noted as a New Deal achievement transforming a previously bankrupt city with high relief dependency.
The piece outlines CCC impact in Key West and nationwide benefits, noting more than 291 million in work and over a million youths aided. It quotes Administrator Fechner on progress and praises the program while calling for private capital to finish projects. It also reports Walter L. Hays touring Florida urging statewide fencing laws to reduce cattle related crashes and save lives.
James Simpson president will lead a study of the book Japanese Women Speak by Michi Kawai. Esther Wyatt director of music Jeannette Pike organist and Joman's Foreign Mission will present a friendly classroom session on Monday February 11 at 3 00 o clock.
The Congregational Community Church announces 10 a.m. Bible School with adult class taught by Mr. Peabody. 11 a.m. public worship sermon titled Gods Plan for His People. 6:30 p.m. Christian Endeavor and 7:30 p.m. Illustrated Song Service featuring Jesus the Wonder Worker. All are welcome to join as their church home.
Corner Tenth hosts 9:45 a.m. Sunday school 11:00 a.m. Morning worship. 7:00 p.m. Baptist Young Peoples Union. 8:00 p.m. Evening Worship. Mid-week service Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. You are cordially invited to worship with us at any or all of these services.
Morning Prayer and Sermon at 11 A. M. Holy Communion first Sunday each month Rector D. T. Johnson extends a cordial welcome to all.
Researchers at the Florida Experiment Station report new varieties of field coins showing merit after development. The note highlights ongoing agricultural testing and potential future uses in crop management and soil enrichment.
The article marks the 25th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America founded in 1910. It notes nationwide commemorations and strong Florida interest as many boys in the state have benefited from Scouting teachings shaping upright conduct and civic responsibility.
A parody on style declares that men will wear bold colors and elaborate outfits this spring with purple and ultramarine suits, multicolored waistcoats, and vibrant accessories provoking admiring glances from women as they promenade.
The piece highlights Florida's natural scenery and the need to protect it during Outdoor Florida Week from February 17 to 23. It urges readers to appreciate the landscape and consider conservation actions.
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