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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1936
Page
4
A jumble of notes includes a Mount Dora postmark, quips about Al Smith and worry, a 111 year old Ohio woman quitting smoking, Florida gasoline tax take of 17 865 732 40 in 1935, old time church trips, modern driving, leap year pedestrian trends, and praise for Major Bowes promoting Florida attractions.
Governor Landon says the nation needs better housekeeping and notes that he will not win feminine votes. The remark frames his stance on public conduct and political support.
The Brook lyn Eagle laments cruelty to animals and politicians failing to promise pensions. The Charlotte Observer notes Governor Talmadge's strong backing, likely not from Georgia farmers. A broad poll crowns Tyrus Raymond Cobb, the Georgia Peach, a lead in a playful baseball metaphor.
During a recent California visit Governor Shultz commended the state's cooperative citrus industry. He said Florida citrus growers should adopt this spirit to boost prosperity and revenues for new growers nationwide.
In a Miami speech Jamies A. Farley linked Florida to improving conditions nationwide. He hailed the state as a winter recreation hub and a symbol of economic strength with a robust play season boosting commerce and industry at national centers.
The Philadelphia Record compares debt and income under Hoover and Roosevelt, arguing the one billion extra debt under Roosevelt funded a $15 billion annual income rise and ushered recovery. It labels Hoover wasteful and credits Roosevelt for constructive measures and strong leadership during a critical period.
The weekly market summary from Tree-Gold Cooperative Growers GM Lawrence Gentile notes a 19 cent rise in box prices with slightly lower shipping volume. Oranges and tangerines gained, grapefruit prices lifted by favorable weather, and forecasts predicted continued gains if shippers keep orders flowing.
The tourist club showcased Mr Anderson’s clear tenor voice and bell like beauty in multiple numbers. Miss Elmore impressed as a versatile performer including ventriloquism with Sambo and Susie and varied era roles. Mr Hartley accompanied and impressed as pianist violinist amid a lively show.
Lake County Medical Center in Umatilla invites the public to a birthday open house on Thursday February 20 from 2 to 5 pm. Mrs W M Igon chairs the organizing committee of the Lake County Federation of Women’s Clubs. Visitors can inspect the center learn about its work and enjoy refreshments. The event seeks cash gifts and supplies such as sheets pillow slips blankets jellies jams and staples. Dr W L Ashton leads the medical staff at the center.
The Lake County Home Demonstration Council hosted a luncheon for the Board of County Commissioners School Board members and other officials at the home demonstration kitchen in Tavares. Attendees included W H Richey A S Davis and numerous local leaders.
The National Black Bass Fishing Tour event sponsored by the Leesburg Chamber of Commerce will run until March 10 extending the closing date to the two month limit. Junior entries are rising fast as veteran anglers report better catches.
The annual Eustis Washingtons Birthday Fete features an aqua display by Winter Haven youth with boards boats aquaplanes and water skis and a two day Florida Waterways Congress cruise from Jacksonville to Eustis meeting at Fountain Inn to plan state waterways connections. Daytona Beach American Legion Drum and Bugle Corps will perform and fireworks will be expanded. Other attractions include a circus or side show and land events at the fair grounds on North Bay Street.
The Mount Dora Theatre schedules a diverse week with Ann Harding in The Lady Consents on Sunday and Monday matinees, The Great Impersonation starring Edmund Lowe on Tuesday and Wednesday, a local talent stage show Wednesday, Harmony Lane return engagements Thursday, Capt. E H Salisbury in Gow Friday, and Buck Jones in Silver Spurs Saturday. Soon lineups include If You Could Only Cook, Top Hat, So Red the Rose, Alice Adams, and Magnificent Obsession.
Mrs C F Parvin of Manatee state president of the Florida Congress of Parents and Teachers is to speak at the Lake County Council P T A meeting in Clermont next Wednesday February The morning session opens at 10 30 a m at Clermont Methodist church with routine business and nominating committee election Luncheon will be served at noon by the Clermont Woman's Club An open forum will follow
Ralph K. Gore of Tavares, assistant manager of the Lake County Citizen, was nominated for mayor during a mass meeting in Tavares on Monday night. Gore has spent time in Kansas and other mid western states for several years.
The Church School assembles at 10 A M followed by Morning Worship at 11 with the vested choir singing Sweet Hour of Prayer. Evening services at 6 and 7 30 feature How Jesus Answers Honest Doubts by Mr James, with pastoral Q A offered if questions are handed in advance.
Bible School at 10 a.m. Adult Class led by Dr. Randall. Morning worship with sermon at 11 on Why and Why Don't People Go to Church. A cordial welcome awaits all who may share in the services.
Corner Tenth and Tremain services listed by Rev. A A Stanley include Sunday School at 9 45 a m Morning Worship 11 am Baptist Young Peoples Union 7 pm Evening Worship 8 pm and mid week service Wednesday 8 pm You are cordially invited to attend any service.
The notice invites worship at St Thomas Episcopal Church Florida with morning prayer and sermon at 11 A M. Holy Communion offered on the first Sunday each month. Rector D T Johnson extends a cordial welcome to all.
St Marys of the Lakes parish lists services at Grove Street and Badger Avenue in Eustis Florida with Rev Patrick Pastor presiding. Sunday masses scheduled 8:00 am in Clermont and 10:00 am in Eustis. First Friday Mass at 7:30 am.
Worshippers meet each Lord's day at 10:45 a m with Evangelist J O es preaching. Services and prayer and song are held Wednesdays at 7 30 p m at 834 Liberty Ave home of Evangelist J O Barnes. A cordial invitation to all to worship is extended.
Rev E L Moore leads a Pentecostal Church of God at Liberty Street with Sunday services at 11:00 a m and 7 30 p m Sunday School at 10:00 a m and a Thursday prayer meeting at 7 30 p m Worship invitation to all readers.
A liberal supply of nitrogen should be well incorporated into the soil when old bearing citrus trees begin putting forth new growth. The guidance emphasizes steady, balanced feeding to support vigor and yield as trees awaken in the growing season.
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