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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1932
Page
3
The report notes the Spirit of St Louis construction supervised by MS, citing a long history of flight to Paris and countless miles flown globally. It describes detours and the effort to advance aviation through this milestone endeavor.
Largo resident John Taylor told a Tampa Kiwanis gathering that only economy and cooperation among growers can save the grape industry. He warned the wrecked state market requires growers to work together to revive growing and marketing, not rely on shippers.
Guests in a Worcester hotel can dine in privacy with a mechanical service. A guest selects a menu item, drops it into a slot, and a dumb waiter rises through the table to deliver the order and the bill. The invention also removes the need for tipping.
Edward Alexander general director of United Corporation is in the state seeking a studio for his firm. A committee appointed by Governor Doyle Elton is photographing a state wide movie film to submit to the motion picture production effort for interest.
The Forum lectures continue to draw a large audience in Mount Dora and nearby areas and are valued as a cultural and educational attraction. The program is funded by voluntary offerings with Monday night collections and a call for readers to contribute more as the series nears its end to cover remaining expenses.
Commercial fishermen ship twenty million dollars worth of fish shellfish and oysters out of the state each year. C C Woodward state fish and game commissioner says the natural industry provides vast revenue and great tourist pleasure from thrilling sport and recreation.
Governor Franklin D Roosevelt states opposition to American participation in the League of Nations arguing it deviates from Wilsonian aims and serves as a forum for European issues. He says the United States should not join and will face questions in the upcoming presidential campaign.
President Hoover appeals to all Americans to stop hoarding currency, claiming 1.3 billion dollars are trapped in hoards and that each dollar hoarded destroys 5 to 10 dollars of credit. He calls for nationwide education by press and civic groups to persuade citizens of the folly of hoarding. Credit, he says, is essential to revive agriculture, industry, commerce and employment.
In Brussels a jury of Belgium’s eminent musicians judged a competition where Paul Raul of Miracourt France claimed to surpass Cremona masters including Stradivarius Guarneri and Amati in the latest event.
An editorial lauds Andrew W Mellon as the ideal choice to manage government finances amid global economic strain. It notes his cultivated tastes and social role at the London Embassy while stressing his long years of distinguished service and undoubted ability.
The Manufacturers Record notes over 55 million dollars in construction work awarded in January in the Southeast, signaling strong year start. The report predicts continued growth as business progress becomes more evident in the region.
During the two year adjustment period there was little industrial strife. A successful wage conference in the railway field is reached, deemed vital to the solvency of the major transportation system and to millions of people nationwide.
Former Senator Guy D. Goff says Florida enjoys excellent economic conditions compared with other states. His unusual assessment stems from extensive study of global and national economic problems gleaned during travels in the Orient and surveys across the United States.
The World Day of Prayer for Missions will be observed in Mount Dora for the first time on Friday February 12 at 3 PM in the Chapel of the Community church. Planned by women of three Mount Dora churches and led by Mrs John H Neville the program will include echoes of the recent Missionary Assembly in Orlando. Women of all denominations are invited for a large attendance.
Notice to Epworth Leaguers announces a district meeting to be held at the Methodist church at 3 00 p m. All members are urged to attend as details and arrangements will be announced.
The church holds Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. worship at 11:00 a.m. Epworth League meets at 6:30 p.m. The Bible Institute closes at 7:30 p.m. with Mr Wright showing charts of New Testament scenes. Mid week service is Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. James H. Elder, Pastor.
The Congregational church lists services with Dr. Samuel Loomis of New York to speak at 7 30 p m. A young people's meeting at 6 30 p m, Bible school at 10 00 a m, morning worship at 11 00 a m, and a 7 00 p m young people's service. Wednesday 7 30 p m mid week service on international peace. Pastor David B Spencer invites all to attend.
Mid week service Wednesday at seven p.m. Sunday school graded in all departments at 9:45 a.m. Morning worship at 11 a.m. Evangelistic service at 7:30 p.m. Pastor Matthew J. Bouterse extends a cordial invitation to all to worship with us.
Mount Dora forms a welfare board led by the King's Daughters to coordinate aid from groups like the Pythian Sisters and American Legion. A records system, investigation committee, and contributions drive are established with Frank Owen of Eustis agreeing to cooperate.
Field representatives at the Chicago Fair hand out business cards advertising paper from the Southern Kraft Corporation in Panama City. Each card notes the Florida-made origin and signals new industry growth in the state.
The Governor appointed W. C. Thomas as State Agent and he pursued aggressive cost cuts, reportedly saving the commonwealth around one hundred thousand dollars. The piece jokes about possible consequences and mentions T. Ed Bryan facing tough choices if judgment falters.
Story follows Harry Wells as he navigates bidding strategies and line choices in a bridge game while the Road Board looms. S. L. Lowry joins the Plumbers Union and seeks influence for a Florida Crane berth, with Crane's Record drawing readers despite rival subscribers and a quirky supplement.
Frederick Van Roy urges replacing Territorial District elections with occupation based senators. He argues too many lawyers and proposes one representative per group like the Rotary Club, imagining a Senate of butchers bakers candlestick makers and other trades. He mocks lawyers as out of.sync with business interests.
Bartow reader offers a 1928 cook stove with two chicken pots. He notes light use, mostly for collards and turnips from neighbors, and suggests selling cheap or trading for non perishable food. Seller O W Foxworth hopes the stove finds a warmer fate.
December 26 1932 marks one hundred years of the Apa lachicolan post office with twenty postmasters. The first was Wm Price and the second John Gorrie inventor of artificial ice who in 1857 amazed the world with his ice making machine honored by the state.
Lloyd Jones aboard the Laura Belle won the first series of sail boat races for the Chamber of Commerce trophy. Jones and Curtis Wise tied on points and replayed the tie to begin the second series for the Yacht Club trophy. Jones credits Chamber of Commerce, Perkins, Mrs Eckholdt, Mr Schuyler, and Mr Wise for support and instruction.
A Florida Commission will honor Dr. Gorrie with an exhibit in Chicago at the World’s Fair as part of their tribute to his distinguished contributions represented in the Capitol in Washington.
Charles Edgerton operates the Baby Golf Links with W Lofroos in charge at Key West Concrete Marine Hospital annex, marking a notable setup in the local golf scene.
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