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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1931
Page
4
Published in Florida by the Mount Dora Publishing Co. the item notes community cooperation boosts prosperity and quotes a reflective verse. It mentions William Hozenzallern’s 72nd birthday celebrated in Doorn Holland last Tuesday and comments on egoism as a social oddity.
According to the American Bankers Association report issued, bank bandit loot during 1930 totaled 4 104 750 dollars. A little over one half as many bandits were arrested as there were hold ups.
The text notes vitamins are essential dietary factors for normal growth and nutrition. It states among various fruits they are most abundant in oranges grapefruits and lemons.
The court decision states permits will be granted only where the public is not adequately served by railroads or existing motor vehicle lines. This ruling defines when authorities may authorize future routes or services.
The editor of the Clear Water Sun comments on insects that destroy enemies, focusing on the Mediterranean fly and expresses hope no counter irritant is found for the insect that writes his column.
Florida produces about 5,000,000 pounds of honey annually. More than 5,000 beekeepers own roughly 100,000 colonies, with average output around 50 pounds per colony.
Florida produced about 100000 narcissus bulbs last season from 179 Florida nurseries. The bulbs were of fine quality and help replace imports.
A Jacksonville woman writes to the Atlanta postmaster seeking a suitable husband. She asks for care in selecting a marriage partner, indicating she is particular in such matters.
The Borden Farm Products Company expects to open soon a Florida plant to manufacture orange juice for consumers via the Borden distribution system.
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company analyzed marriage probability from ages fifteen to beyond twenty five. The study found women's chances of marriage drop sharply after twenty five while men's chances rise for a period after that age.
The article argues the current market climate is a temporary dip and urges buyers to act now. It predicts gradual improvement, citing favorable opinions from business leaders and noting that values will rise from their low mood. It endorses real estate, bonds, commodities, and farm lands as timing is favorable.
In Guast California a town of 25 000 works for a single grape company transforming a desert into a vast vineyard. The yard grows 500 grape varieties and produces about twenty thousand tons of fruit yearly sold as fresh fruit and grape by products.
A Colorado State Prison inmate facing execution writes 132 letters to his ill mother. He plans to mail one each month for eleven years, keeping her hopeful of his return while she remains unaware of his death sentence. The act reflects a son’s care amid looming fate.
Fragmentary text questions moral duties and legal consequences for someone who has shown sorrow for an elderly mother while facing accusations. It contrasts divine and civic law and hints at a mitigation or leniency being considered in a troubled case.
In February the nation marks George Washington's birthday and rededicates to liberty and democracy. A nationwide program plans the 200th anniversary including restoration of his Wakefield birthplace and highway link to Mount Vernon along with memorial dedications in Alexandria and Masonic National Memorial.
The piece contrasts government driven aid with private relief led by the Red Cross. It argues public funds should stay within governmental limits while private philanthropy, funded by donations, can respond more efficiently to emergencies. It questions how government controls would affect major industries and their ability to aid the needy. It warns that politicized relief risks failure.
The Cincinnati Inquirer editorial rails against calls to replace the term Mother with casual nicknames. It argues true parenthood merits reverence and vows no child born of woman will forget a mother’s enduring love, despite a rising youth movement promoting self expression and autonomy.
The American Automobile Association warns it may suspend permits for Daytona Beach speed trials if safety and regulatory concerns are not addressed, prompting officials to review race operations and approvals.
A poetic tribute extols Grace Goodhue Coolidge as a gracious noblewoman and faithful icon. It lauds her tranquil trust in God, radiant presence, and strength that inspires others while praising enduring peace and light in her life.
A collection of vivid quotes from U S Representatives including Thomas Blanton Charles O Connor Fiorelli La Guardia Sam Rayburn and Joseph Burns. They discuss farm rights rail transportation and national priorities with humor and pointed critique.
The church announces 11:00 a.m. sermon by Dr. N E Davis on The Creative Power of a Personal God. Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. Epworth League at 6:30 p.m. Worship and sermon at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday midweek service 7:30 p.m. Ladies Aid business meeting Friday in the church Annex. Fans invited to attend all services and contact the pastor for help.
Sunday school in all departments at 9 45 a m. Morning worship at 11 00 a m with a sermon by the pastor. B Y P U at 6 45 p m. Evangelistic song and preaching at 7 30 p m. Good music and singing. All are welcome.
The Community Church announces Bible School at 10 a.m. Preaching Service at 11 a.m. A Young People's Meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Pastor David B. Spencer leads the Congregational church activities.
The First Church of Christ Scientist in Eustis at Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue announces 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 building. All are welcome.
Herman Dann announces plans to distribute the Florida Brief to physicians nationwide as part of the National Soldiers Home campaign. He cites strong medical and civic support, with 2500 extra copies issued by Nathan Mayo and a third edition planned to promote Florida health advantages abroad.
In April 1917 Florida had 99 civil service appointments and by June 1919 the number rose to 449. The text notes a decrease of 225 between 1919 and 1928 when a congressional investigation began due to shifts in appointments in Florida and nearby states. From 1928 to 1930 Florida added 31 appointments and remained 88 under its quota, while some states lagged behind 1921 figures. The slow adjustment is blamed on a Civil Service Commission ruling that the State Quota Law does not apply to reduction in forces.
The engineers who invented the method named it Stalinite, a portmanteau of Stalin and stahl meaning steel in Russian and German, reflecting the steellike nature of the process and their clever wordplay.
Boy Scouts of West Bend Wisconsin offer bird houses modeled on miniature covered wagons to celebrate the centenary of the Oregon Trail and provide neighbors with decorative yard homes for birds.
Mice relief with RAT-SNAP. One package proves this. Comes in cases with no mixing with food. 35¢ size contains 1 cake for pan try kitchen or cellar. 65¢ size has 2 cakes for chicken house coops or small buildings. $1.25 size offers 5 cakes for farm and out buildings or factories. Sold and guaranteed by
The piece traces the rise of circulating libraries from a small Philadelphia reading room in Jones's Alley to vast stone library buildings. It notes 5 000 ant total annual circulation of 2 000 000 and cites Franklin Pap as librarian. Quakers remark that great oaks grow from acorns, reflecting growth from humble beginnings.
The Vatican City census shows a total population of 639 with 495 Italians 118 Swiss eight French eight Germans three Spaniards two Dutch one Abyssinian one Norwegian one Austrian The Swiss form the notable rest of residents and many are Cardinals The prohibition issue is debated in sixteen state legislatures this year.
The Prince of Wales told traveler William J. Makin that if not a royal he would be a journalist. Makin cites the remark in his book South of Suez, noting the Prince’s view that pursuing a story is one of the finest jobs in the world.
Jack Dempsey predicts Max Stribling will defeat Schmeling in the anticipated heavyweight title bout. He argues Stribling brings speed power and size advantage while Schmeling faces a tough challenger in the upcoming title contest.
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