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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1931
Page
3
Disjointed notes mention February events, a bill for advanced planning, unemployment, and a railroad in Niles Michigan. References to Liberty Bell, Washington’s birthday, and economic policy surface amid scattered quotes on business, government reform, and manufacturing innovations.
Dora residents urge cooperation to welcome thousands of visitors from across the state and nation for the Lake Dora regatta. The event showcases Mount Dora, Lake Dora and surrounding hills, with boats and drivers from the United States aiming to leave lasting impressions. Organizers invite friends to February 28th events to highlight open navigable waters and local assets.
An incident outside the Topic office last week drew praise for Cliff Palmer the chief of police and the city’s courteous approach. The piece contrasts polite handling by local officers with harsher reactions seen in other cities and echoes Theodore Roosevelt on policing.
The auto industry shows rising sales and output with December ahead of last year and January higher yet. This signals an overall business upturn as car exhibits emphasize new products and demand. A citrus by products laboratory will be built in Florida by the federal government after July 1 with a $10,000 appropriation.
The piece praises the public aid given to drought victims and other needs. It notes millions of dollars flowing to the Red Cross and agencies, carloads of supplies from many states, and a broad national response that signifies the generosity of the American people despite hard times.
From February 18 to 28 Rollins College will observe Founder's Week celebrating the 46th anniversary of the institution beginning. A continuous program of attractive features will run during the week showcasing campus history.
The Manufacturers Record urges profitable realty investment in a market unlikely to repeat. A senior authority warns buyers may regret in five years what they pay now in 1930. Thomas A Edison, 84, at his Fort Myers winter home, dedicates a $500000 bridge over the Caloosahatchee and claims rubber from goldenrod with a new Florida plant variety discovered.
A college student who won an important race used his moment with the cup to deliver a temperance message. He said, I have won this cup by the use of my legs. I trust I may never lose the use of my legs by the use of this cup.
The harbor at St Marks Florida opens for the first time since the Civil War after a barge placed by Confederates with one hundred tons of stone in 1863 blocked the channel. Federal engineer Harrison P. Merrill found the stone had disappeared from the muddy bottom as he cleared the channel, now clear for vessels with a 12 foot draft.
The orange market trends upward over ten days as the Florida Citrus Exchange gains control of the remaining crop. C C Commander, the Exchange's general manager, argues that earlier control would have steadied market confidence and secured satisfactory returns for growers, highlighting a push for a unified citrus industry.
A statement notes a $25 000 offer conditioned on using funds to discourage public approval or connivance with women entering business profession or political life. The attitude claims compliance with justice and aims to honor American women's achievements and noble character in modern civilization.
Visitors to the Central Florida Exposition in Orlando will find the Lake county booth in the main exhibits building. County Agent Hiatt, aided by Morley Martin and Mary S Allen, will run the display showcasing citrus fruits vegetables and home canned goods. The Lake County Chamber of Commerce information bureau will be across the aisle led by Secretary Paul Harbor. Maps pamphlets and advertising booklets will be available as visitors receive a cordial invitation to tour the county this season.
France and the United States will honor George Washington and the patriot dead during the International Colonial and Overseas Exposition opening near Paris May 1. An exact Mount Vernon replica on the Seine will serve as the American exhibit headquarters and museum, while Rochambeau and Lafayette artifacts join loans from both nations.
The pastor preaches at 11:00 a m and 7 30 p m. Sunday school is at 10:00 a m with Mr Nimnicht presiding Epworth League led by Mr Bishop at 6 30 p m Mid week service is Wednesday at 7 30 p m The pastor urges faithful service to God and the church and asks everyone to attend next Sunday James H Elder pastor.
Sunday school in all departments at 9 45 a m morning worship at 11 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
Congregational church schedules Bible school at 10:00 a.m. preaching at 11:00 a.m. Dr. Charles C. Jessee of Chicago will preach and speak at 7:30 p.m. His earlier career began at 18 and he is noted as a gifted lecturer. Pastor David B. Spencer invites attendees.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a m. Sunday school at 9 45 a m. Wednesday testimonial meeting at 8 p m. Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 2 to 4 in the church edifice. All are welcome.
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