Henry Ford at 40 and a savings note
Henry Ford at 40 had never saved a cent. Nearly four thousand students are studying aviation in different colleges of the United States. Mrs. Cora Harris has presented a portrait of herself to Rollins College for its library. A Racine woman owns a Poe knife with his name on the plate. Paris reports fashion cotton fabrics to be featured this season.
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Henry Ford
United States
Cora Harris
Rollins College
College
Racine
Wis
Edgar Allan Poe
Paris
World
Saloons and Saloonkeepers in Early Census Records
Obsolete 1930 census saloon classification noted. In 1910 census 66 724 men and 1 491 women were listed as saloonkeepers, reflecting gendered trade roles of the period.
Orange's value equals half a slice of bread
The text notes that an orange provides as much food value as half a slice of bread. It highlights the orange as predigested and especially refreshing to the feeble and aged, suggesting its ease of digestion and restorative effect.
Farmer seeks license trade for old automobile tag
A Missouri farmer in the southern growth area asks the Secretary of State to trade two cows for a 1931 automobile license, stating this is his only means of obtaining one.
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Missouri
Grouth
Secretary of State
Notable Optimism Amid Depression Era Woes
Channing H. Cox expresses firm belief that the nation moves closer to Utopia than ever before. He argues such thoughts are refreshing during times of unemployment and various ills.
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Tam
Channing H. . Cox
Community merchants boost local economy with homegrown support
The passage urges buying from local dairy and merchants to aid the community. It notes the U S dairy industry brings three billion dollars yearly, about a quarter of farm revenue, and has resisted agricultural depression more than other farm products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Palm Beach Regatta Sets $50,000 Prize Pool
The Palm Beach Anglers and Sports Club announces the third annual outboard regatta on Lake Worth from March 20 to 22 with prizes totaling $50,000 including the $25,000 Sir Thomas Lipton trophy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Lipton
Palm Beach
Lake Worth
Planting season hints for Florida gardens this month
A note of early spring prompts planting advice for Florida gardens this month. Readers are reminded that goose migrations signal the season, encouraging gardeners to sow vegetables and enjoy fresh harvests from their plots.
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Florida
Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce Membership Drive Success
The Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce reports a membership of 161 after a week long drive. The town and readers of the Topic extend congratulations and best wishes to its officers and directors for continuing city publicity work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Chamber of Commerce
Florida seeks Florida man for Federal Farm Board
C C Teague resigns from the Federal Farm Board effective July 1. John S Taylor of Largo chairs a Florida wide committee to choose a candidate for Hoover to fill the vacancy. Florida congressional delegation pledges support to secure a Florida representative, citing the board’s ties to state agriculture and related programs.
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C. C. Teague
Federal Farm Board
California
Johns. Taylor
Largo
Hoover
Florida
Congress
Florida Agriculture
Know Florida Better Week Observed by State Chamber
The Florida State Chamber of Commerce designates the last week of February as Know Florida Better Week. Radio stations will air fifty half hour programs and a Buy-at-Home campaign. Communities are urged to share local attractions and activities for radio and campaign use. This is the fifth annual observance.
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Florida State Chamber of Commerce
Know
Florida
Chamber
Chambers of Commerce
Aid to Europe vs Aid to Americans Debate
The article argues that Congress should not fear a $25,000,000 appropriation for suffering Americans, noting that foreign relief of $120,000,000 helped Europe and that American aid is not a dole but a similar humanitarian opportunity already provided in Belgium and other nations.
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Congress
Europe
Belgium
Florida Menu Suggests Florida Dishes At Hotels
Geo R Hilty of Miami urges state hotels and restaurants to specialize in characteristic Florida dishes. He advocates serving fresh killed game and abundant seafood, replacing canned fruits with local oranges grapefruits tangerines papayas avocados and other Florida products to please visitors.
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Geo. R. Hilty
Miami
Fla
Florida
National P T A Worker to Conduct School Events
Mrs. Charles E. Roe National Field Secretary will conduct an all day P T A instruction school at Central Grammar School Sanford February 17 and at the Daytona Beach auditorium February 27 beginning 9 30 a m All P T A workers are invited including officers to attend The event is announced by Mrs E L Robinson Cocoa district publicity chairman.
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Charles E. Roe
National Congress of Parent and Teachers
Parent-Teacher Association
Central Grammar School
Sanford
Boulevard
Wild Olive Street
Daytona Beach
E. L. Robinson
Cocoa, Fla
Family Failing stage show aids Montverde fund
The Conrad Lehmann C E Chapel hosts a well attended Wednesday performance of The Family Failing to benefit the Community Building fund. J H Isaac earns comedy honors as Peter, Nora is played by an adept ensemble led by Mrs J M Lowry, with Arabella Shafer directing and J M Lowry handling stage effects. The Montverde School orchestra and Flora Huntley provide musical interludes, and a sizable sum is raised for the building fund.
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Conrad Lehmann
Arabella Shafer
J. M. Lowry
Montverde
Miss Daniels
Flora Huntley
W. D. Walker
Arrival of Bettye Joe McDonald, baby girl born Friday
Mr and Mrs Donald McDonald welcome a daughter born February six, nineteen thirty one. Bettye Joe is the name chosen for the newborn with health described as good.
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Donald’ McDonald
Bettye Joe
W C T A Postponed Meeting Date Set
The W C T A announces a postponed meeting for Monday February 16 at 3 00 p m in the Community Church Chapel. Everyone is welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Community ‘Church
Clewiston Trip Chronicle By James Simpson And Students
A narrative of a Clewiston tour by Mr. James Simpson and three exempt senior girls. They travel along the coast of Florida from Melbourne to Clewiston, detailing towns, bridges, sugar mill processes, and sights like The Royal Poinciana hotel and Lake Okeechobee before returning home.
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James Simpson
Brevard
Melbourne
Indian River County
Wabasso
Vero Beach
Vero
Fort Pierce
Stuart
Louise
Ry Elizabeth
West Palm Beach
Palm Beach
Royal Poinciana
Lake Worth
Clewiston
Loxahatchee
Mr. Simpson
Everglades
Lake Okeechobee
Belle Glade
Darkie
Clewis
C. J. Akif
Ray Green
Chamber of Commerce
Moor Haven
Palmdale
Venus
de Sota
Sebring
Avon Park
Lake Wales
Dundee
Haines City
Academy
Carl Nimnicht
Davenport
Loughman
Campbell
Kissimee
Taft
Pinecastle
Orlando
Simpsons
Tha Wells
Fort Pierce Payroll Costs in 1930 Exceed Seven Thousand
Fort Pierce payrolls in 1930 averaged more than $7,000 per month, reflecting local employment expenses during the era.
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Fort Pierce
Church Services Announced by Pastor James H Elder
At 11 00 a m the Rev Dr B M conducts worship with youth at 6 30 and evening service at 7 30. A mid week service is set for Wednesday at 7 30. The pastor invites you and friends to attend worship at the church.
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B. M
James H. Elder
First Baptist Church Sunday Schedule
Matthew J. Bouterse pastor leads Sunday school in all departments at 9 45 a m. Morning worship follows at 11 00 a m with a sermon by the pastor. B Y P U meets at 6 45 p m evangelistic song and preaching at 7 30 p m. Good music and singing. All are welcome.
Community Church Services Schedule
The Community Church Congregational presents Bible School at 10 a m Preaching Service at 11 a m and a Young People’s Meeting at 7 p m Pastor David B Spencer leads the service and activities
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the Community Church
Congregational
David B. Spencer
Young People’s Meeting
First Church of Christ Scientist Eustis notices
Corner Grove Street and Lemon avenue announce Sunday services at 11 a.m. Sunday school at 9 45 a.m. Testimonial meeting Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 2 to 4 in the church. All are welcome.
BOK Tower Carillon Broadcast Set For February Night
Anton Brees will perform a radio recital for the benefit of the audience from 9:00 to 9:30 p m on February 18 transmitted by station WFLA Clearwater Florida The Mountain Lake Sanctuary will be closed for this recital and it will be heard only over the air No in tower broadcasting connections exist and must be added for each broadcast Potential future broadcasts may be arranged
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Anton Brees
WFLA
Clearwater
Florida
Mountain Lake
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Nehen
Edith Edeburn
Keller
Eugene L. Downs
Meer
Farm Board
P.T. A
Sanford, Fla
W. W. Krause
Dale Hughes
Marion, C
John Riedenbaugh
Marion, O
J. T. Harden
Ralph Arey
Bluebird
Methodist Episcopal
First Baptist Church
Matthew J. Bouterse
Pastor
First Church OF Christ
Eustis
Corner Grove St. and Lemon
BOK
Mount Dora Pharmacy
Blue Bird Tea Room
D. McDonald
Steve Wood
Quixley
Wood Yard
Lake Shore
H. A. Eckholdt
Alexander and
Mount Dora, Fla
Lake Franklin Poultry Farm
East Fifth Avende
Thomas H. Cool
New Bank
Lake Dora Packing Company
Mount Dora, Florida
Washington
Lake County
Gen. Chas. P. Summerall
American Legion
Summerall
Eustis Chamber of Commerce
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