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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1943
Page
4
A standard pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States of America is cited here. The phrase affirms allegiance to the Republic and its ideals of liberty and justice for all.
A quotation of The American Creed emphasizes government by the people with consent of the governed. It extols democracy within a republic, unity among states, and the principles of freedom equality justice and humanity. It calls on citizens to love defend and obey the nation and its laws and to respect the flag.
Four guidance points urge citizens to use ration books properly buy only what needed avoid stockpiling and plan purchases learn to stretch scarce goods as manufacturers publish guides and booklets to help.
The new ban on pleasure driving does not reduce the value of A, B, and C coupons. Occupational necessity driving remains allowed, including commuting for work, family or medical needs, shopping, religious services, visiting the sick, funerals, and war effort related travel. Violators risk ration cancellation. officers urged to report violations to local OPA or War Price and Ration boards.
Omaha Nebraska on January fourth nine teen forty three notes a reader sending a check for a paper to keep in touch with friends in Mount Dora Florida. The writer mentions heavy ice and snow and that they miss Florida.
County Agent clarifies there is no restriction on farm slaughter for home use as of now. Farmers should observe the 214 pounds per person per week limit under Share the Meat and maintain records of all non home use slaughter and deliveries.
Lt Comdr W L Ashton of Umatilla, serving in the U S Naval Reserve, sent his Lake County Chamber of Commerce 1943 membership in Newfy currency from Newfoundland. He included three one dollar bills and one two dollar bill, printed in English and French, on display at the Lake County Chamber of Commerce office in the courthouse, Tavares.
Notice is given that the annual meeting of members of the Like County Federal Savings and Loan Association of Tavares will be held at its Broad Street office in Tavares Florida at 2 PM on Wednesday January 20 1943. RC Peeples acting secretary signs the notice.
Creditors and all persons with claims against the estate of Konrad Falke, deceased of Eustis Lake County Florida, must present their demands to County Judge ALS Herlong Jr at the Lake County Courthouse within eight months from first publication. Claims not presented in time and manner will be barred by law. Dated January 14 1948 Marta Falke Administratrix.
The sixth grade won a $1.00 prize from Pantadee for the membership contest and another $1.00 for attendance at January meeting. They plan to buy a world globe and reading books with the winnings and plan deferral exhibits. War Stamp and Bond Drive activities are highlighted with posters and class participation noted. Holiday parties and a Christmas event are described, along with teacher absences and perfect spellings for weeks 14 and 15.
Last week at Mount Dora School observed War Bond and Stamp Week with pupils promoting defense stamps and bonds. Edward Harding bought bonds totaling 100 dollars maturity value after earning 50 dollars over Christmas, while scrap collection and a county assembly in Leesburg are planned, two class members out sick with chicken pox, new students Marilyn Taylor and George Sims join, and two budding dramatists work toward a future play.
Fourth grade reports record teacher changes with Mrs Hufnagle moving to Apopka and Mrs Doggett teaching midweek. Students write letters to Hufnagle about Christmas holidays and share travel plans. They track War Savings Bond and Stamp progress totaling 187.50 and 75.30.
Students recount returning to school after vacation, sharing gifts, stockings, and carols. They note scrapbooks sent to the Orlando Air Base Hospital, Junior Red Cross projects, new library books, and several students with perfect spelling scores over two weeks.
The report highlights classroom holiday activities. First graders returned to school after Christmas and joined in a bond and stamp drive, contributing to a scrapbook and singing a Jingle Bells tune. Students collected about $500 in bonds and seven regular stamp buyers so far.
Announcement by H R Cloud vice president of Florida Public Service Company states a merger and consolidation of Florida Public Service Company Sanford Gas Company and Florida Power. The plan combines the utilities in Florida with aims to streamline operations and unify properties under one entity.
General Gas and Electric Corporation seeks FCC approval for Florida Power Corporation to merge with Georgia Power and Light Company as a subsidiary. The plan creates an integrated Florida Georgia public utility system with interstate transmission links and broader distribution while maintaining current ownership structures. The move aims to simplify management and strengthen finances without immediate changes in property ownership.
The notice outlines 1942 federal income tax forms for individuals and entities. It details Form 1040 for standard returns, Form 1040A for cash basis filers with income under 3000, and Form 1040F for farmers with no books. It explains form purposes, eligible taxpayers, accompanying instructions, and the need to report all applicable income with proper deductions and credits.
Local churches list service times and contact details. First Methodist notes sermons at 11:00 and 7:30 PM with youth fellowship and midweek prayer. First Baptist lists Bible School at 9:45, services at 11:00 and 7:00 PM, plus midweek meetings. Church of Christ schedules Bible study, communion, and evening service with midweek prayer.
St Thomas Episcopal Church Eustis Florida holds 11 00 AM Morning Prayer and sermon on the first Sunday Holy Communion on those Sundays the rest of the month feature morning prayer and sermon at the church in Eustis Florida
The First Church of Ciarist in Grove St. and Lemon Ave. offers Sunday School at 9 30 A M and Sunday Service at 11 A M with subject Sacrament. Wednesday meeting at 8 P M invites testimonies and remarks on Christian Science. A free reading room at 117 North East street is open daily except Sundays and holidays from 3 to 5 P M. The Bible and Christian Science literature are available to read borrow or purchase.
Church notices list service times confessions and classes at St Marys Church Grove Street Eustis with Rev William O Farrel pastor. Also Golden Triangle Loyal Order of Moose meets first Monday at K of P Hall Hustis with Dr Eutchins and M C Kirkland. 1942 tax returns due March 15 1943 to the Collector of Internal Revenue. late filings incur penalties.
Incoming routes from Leesburg and north south operate 9:45 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. Star Routes from Orlando at 9:00 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. Outgoing mail departs 9:15 A.M. to Sanford and beyond. 3:30 P.M. to Leesburg includes Air Mail. 8:30 A.M. Star Route to Eustis Ta vares and Leesburg. Sunday incoming 8:30 A.M. Star Route only.
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