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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1946
Page
4
An ad notice lists display and classified rates for Mount Dora Florida. It notes a minimum 2.85 per inch for word entries and references an April 7 1916 post office filing under the 1879 act.
The pledge to the flag of the United States of America is recited affirming allegiance to the Republic for which it stands one nation indivisible with liberty and justice for all during the public ceremony.
The text presents the American Creed asserting government by the people with consent, a democratic republic, and unity among states. It emphasizes duties to love the country, support the constitution, obey laws, respect the flag, and defend against enemies.
A critical look at John Muir born 1838 in Scotland who chose a tramp life over wealth. The narrative highlights his inventive mind and achievements as naturalist botanist geologist and conservation advocate as he explored Yosemite glaciation Alaska and mountaineering feats.
Mr. Thomas Long of the Internal Revenue Dept will be at the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce next Tuesday January 29 from 10 to 12 and 1 to 4 to assist residents and visitors with income tax reports and related matters. Arrangements may allow weekly visits through February but are not guaranteed. Bring data ready for faster service.
Mount Dora swept both games against Ocoee at the local gym on Friday night January 4. In the girls game Mount Dora won 30 to 22 with Harding scoring 18 for Mount Dora and M Voss tallying 18 for Ocoee. The boys edged Ocoee 45 to 17 as Mount Dora asserted early control. Earlier Mount Dora also defeated St James 40 to 11 on December 17 at home with Mosteller scoring 19 and Vincent 10. St James’ Dawson led with 7.
Dr P Annand of the Department of Agriculture argues that DDT, after extensive tests with bees birds and wildlife, is not as deadly to bees as feared and may restore balance by checking forest pests like the spruce budworm. He notes that science shows encouraging results and warns against overreaction to DDT risks.
Mount Dora hosts Clermont in a double victory December 20. Girls win 31 to 23 as Hadlock leads with 19 points. Clermont’s Lane scores 12. Boys game ends 44 to 16 with Mosteller leading Mount Dora at 14 points and Baggs top Clermont with 11.
A breezy column notes rising auto travel and tourist business pushing prices higher while motorists ignore safety calls. It cites war money lingering, bull markets and inflation warnings, plus Florida’s Lake Dora glow as Congress eyes a pivotal 1946 session and election year vigilance. Local briefs hint at golf course work and farm access improvements.
Mount Dora highlights include Dr Jim Lowiden praise for regional reach, new homes in Sylvan Shores and two new stores, a bustling golf course and entertainment on Lake Dora. Traffic safety calls rise with urban improvements and civic drives. a plea for careful driving and shared responsibility ends with Mount Dora and Winter Garden ahead.
Mount Dora Lodge No. 238 F. and A. M. holds meetings on the first and third Thursday evenings at 8 o'clock. Visiting Masons are invited. Meetings take place at Masonic Hall 527 Donnelly Street.
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