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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1942
Page
8
The list shows numerous local businesses and individuals with multiple memberships, including Crestge names like Crane's Beauty Shop Mount Dora Hotel Mount Dora Hardware Co and First National Bank. The compilation reflects a broad cross section of Eustis and Mount Dora enterprises ready for noon Wednesday.
John Burkart wins first prize in a high school Good Citizenship essay contest by the First National Bank. The piece traces the flag’s history from 1620 to the present, praising the Stars and Stripes as uniting the forty eight states and symbolizing liberty, democracy, and national sacrifice.
A fragment recalls the 1787 Constitutional Convention with James Madison and Alexander Hamilton influencing leaders to convene in Philadelphia on the appointed May date. Only fifty five delegates attended the historic gathering representing five states at its start.
Col. C. E. Lester, Lake County Defense Coordinator, outlines the local Civilian Defense effort established last week. He notes town by town Defense Councils and action units form a national plan, with passive defense to limit enemy air raid impact on production, transport, morale, and public safety.
The article recalls the 1787 convention in Philadelphia and the signing of the Constitution by 39 members. Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, and Connecticut quickly ratified in late 1787, with all states accepting by July 1788 as the new government formed. George Washington became first president in 1789, taking office April 30. The Constitution guarantees freedoms of speech press religion and assembly.
Col Lester outlines how towns will form local Citizens Defense Corps under County Defense Council authority. Town commanders will lead passive defense during air alerts with aid from Action Divisions and volunteers registered for emergency work. The County Coordinator connects town units with county divisions and Red Cross support for rapid training and implementation.
Clarence R. Bitting president of the U S Sugar Corporation says the Everglades jungle lands can supply raw materials for 50 000 to 100 000 tons of synthetic rubber and the same material can be turned into usable plastic.
The society outlines its annual program with an Archeological Session featuring John W. Griffin and others, a Florida Authors Luncheon with Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings as guest, and a Museum Session. Talks cover Florida history, agriculture, and Parson Brown orange. The event ends with a yacht excursion to Fort Matanzas and Marineland aboard the Victory.
A 1942 edition by Nathan Mayo features 64 pages with 105 sports photographs and 111 Places to Visit images across Florida. The book includes a pictorial map “An Ideal Guide of Sights to See and Things to Do” and was named outstanding state literature nationwide.
Lake County Tire Rationing Board 128 lists certificates issued for week ending February 21 1942. Entries include Brown Lumber & Mfg Co George W Malone Howard J Simpson Mrs Angeline A Cooper Sidney Lane with vehicle types and tube counts noted. Obsolete or cancelled items are indicated.
Mount Dora Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts gave a public demonstration of blackout first aid. The patrols showcased practical care and training, highlighting teamwork and preparation by both troops in a notable community event.
State Department of Public Safety reports 261 Florida drivers licenses were revoked in January. 69 more cases pending or listed elsewhere in the release.
George J. White as administrator asks Lake County Florida court for approval of final report and final discharge on March 18 1942 before County Judge A S Herlong Jr. Mount Dora February 16 1942. Attorney for Administrator listed.
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