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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1929
Page
2
The Orlando Reporter Star urges steady judgment amid financial shifts and a fickle market. It argues confidence between people and institutions fuels business growth, condemns confidence men and rumors, and praises old fashioned honesty as essential for prosperity.
The Topic adopts a stance shared by many papers opposing coverage of bank failures. The editorial argues bank closings are not always dire and that some banks may be refinanced and reopen to protect depositors. It cautions northern readers rely on newspapers for views on the issue.
The passage argues that careless reporting sows doubt and harms Florida’s future more than capital loss. It urges newspapers to bear responsibility and avoid adverse statewide criticism.
The piece argues safe driving as the cure for grade crossing and highway accidents. It urges public education and strict traffic codes, calls for license suspension after warnings for reckless drivers, and notes trains take seven seconds to pass a crossing, with many deaths from impatience.
The 1929 gas tax surge draws opposition from press officials oil industry and the public. States move from three to four to six cent levies with some near borders driving to cheaper fuels. Pennsylvania loses an estimated 1.5 million yearly as drivers cross borders. critics say taxes should fund road work only.
William J. Donovan argues crime control requires sharp public thinking and practical reforms rather than new punitive statutes. He says criminals are among us and armed access is widespread, urging local enforcement, quicker justice, and personal responsibility over anti law measures that penalize the entire public.
The note credits Miss Carrie True for the office dahlias adorning the room this week. The piece teases her talent and jokingly suggests she might try Luther Burbank’s line of work if she could grow such exquisite blooms in her spare time.
The piece contrasts drought and floods across regions, noting a recent heavy rain that caused widespread water entry in shops and offices. It observes the town’s surprised, humorous take on the downpour and its impact on daily life.
A new Sarasota bank debuts with a major stockholder from Chicago, described as level headed and prudent amid Florida financial shifts. The piece also lampoons changing men’s fashion, warning of reformers dictating attire toward toga and Russian blouse styles.
Dr Thomas Darlington a noted New York physician and former City Health Commissioner now backs a new dress mode described as tan poplin or chintz smocks with a right side button. The piece mocks bankers and office workers adopting the outfit and vows never to enter First National if bankers appear in such garments.
The town discusses voting limits and the Community Hall, noting fewer voters than expected and property owners’ influence. The writer critiques pessimism, praises Lakeside Inn activity, and anticipates a new Community Building with visits from notable figures.
L O Howard discusses methods to protect Hawaii fruit from the Mediterranean fruit fly. Paper bag coverings on individual fruits are feasible but labor intensive. cheesecloth is less reliable after rain. Natural controls are limited. parasites early showed some promise, while ants and sun exposure reveal partial checks. Temperature thresholds govern development, with cooler temps greatly delaying or stopping growth.
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