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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1929
Page
5
The article traces firefighting history from candle snuffers to horse and motorized brigades and introduces Lux a gas based system that smothers flames without water mess. It notes research into chemicals and gases aiming to replace traditional pumps hoses and chemical agents for faster safer fire suppression.
Speakers urged a central Florida inland waterway linking the St Johns and Ocklawaha rivers with the Leesburg lakes and the Withlacoochee to the gulf. Plans include forming a Inland and Coastal Waterways association, appointing committees, and inviting Hoover to inspect inland water areas.
A fashion piece highlights tulle as a chic evening fabric for autumn and winter. It discusses frocks and accessories in wine, blue, brown and green hues, with sheer tulle gowns for prom and young women, noting simple styling and varied color range for madame and mademoiselle.
The article praises a standout performer described as the life of the show whose comic timing prompts audiences to wear old clothes for laughs. It highlights Harley the magician, Bud and Dot Hawkins with song and dance, the Durant duo on roller skates, and Dick Mason as top singing and dancing acts in the vaudeville lineup.
Lee Allen the violin soloist was called back five times for encores by an enthusiastically applauding audience. Good orchestra numbers complemented a splendid program as attendance remained strong during the first three nights. Mount Dora Legionnaires urge full support for remaining performances.
The Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce board, led by J. G. Ray, with figures like Charles Edgerton and Alfred Rehbaum, considers regulating utilities, improving radio interference, and boosting water use. A Lakeside Inn fire loss prompts calls for expert electrical investigation from the National Radio Commission. George W. Malone named Mount Dora representative to Lake County Chamber.
Discussion credited a decision to not pay a 1928 dividend and to hold 65215.89 as extra protection for depositors. The Mount Dora bank began as Mount Dora Bank & Trust in 1925 and became First National Bank of Mount Dora on July 7, 1927 under Federal Reserve supervision.
The Mount Dora Vikings lost 30 to 27 to Winter Park, their second defeat this season on an indoor court. Ray and Dart led Mount Dora scoring, while Elliott and Berry contributed for Winter Park. The Vikings face DeLand All-Stars next Tuesday and Tech High Atlanta Alumni Friday if negotiations succeed.
The Carl collection of American Indian relics will be exhibited at the Volusia County Fair in Deland. Col Carl, a former warrior and friend of famed chiefs, gathered items after the northwest wars. The display includes Red Cloud gear, Spotted Elk, Sitting Bull artifacts, and various baskets, hides, and bone regalia. It is one of the largest collections outside the New York Museum and will be housed in one of the fair’s buildings with no admission fee.
The document notes the bank’s condition as of December 31, 1928 and appears in the Topic section. It records the bank's status and financial standing presented to the Comptroller of the Currency at year end.
Central Florida Exposition planned for February 1925 in Orlando aims to surpass prior years with educational exhibits and entertainment. State and national displays include fisheries, road construction, and institutional exhibits. Counties Brevard Clays Lake Marion Orange Osceola Putnam Seminole Volusia participate. Visitors may reach premium lists via the Central Florida Exposition office. The Southern Owners and Buildings association meets in Sarasota January 14 with golf, bridge, circus winter quarters, and Ringling museum events.
Joseph R. Kraus of Union Trust Company Cleveland refutes claims banks seek control. He argues banks aim to keep loans sound, aid prosperous commerce, and advise rather than run businesses. He cites loan caution, management factors in risk, and that bankers’ role is advisory not managerial.
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