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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1944
Page
4
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A line of the pledge of allegiance is recited in a ceremony noting loyalty to the United States and its republic with the familiar phrases of liberty and justice for all.
The creed proclaims belief in a government by the people with powers derived from consent, a democratic republic, and a united nation of independent states. It calls for love of country, obedience to laws, respect for the flag, and defense against enemies.
The piece recalls 1918 food rules for hotels and restaurants from a Cincinnati clipping. Rules limit bread usage garniture and table bread, cap butter, restrict meats and sugar, ban wasted food and double cream, and urge one-dish meals to save fats. Ohio official Croxton urges trimming fried dishes and banquets to reduce waste.
A brief religious reflection on Luke 9 35 and Matthew 28 18 19 stressing God’s instruction to hear Christ and the apostles commission to teach all nations baptizing in the name of the Father Son and Holy Ghost. The gospel is for those old enough to hear believe repent confess and be buried with Christ in baptism.
L B Chastain, minister of the Church of Christ in Mount Dora, warns against false spirits and teachers claiming truth. He urges believers to reject human doctrines and cling to the truth of God, citing biblical verses to support discernment and freedom through truth.
Gustav A Brand 81 former city treasurer and renowned artist died Saturday night in Chicago after a long illness. Born in Parchim Germany he studied in Berlin Munich and Dusseldorf and later helped decorate German government buildings for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition. He chaired the Chicago Art Commission in 1894 and is survived by his widow Hedwig, a nephew Capt N P Collins of Camp Gordon and a niece Mrs Isolde Dahlin.
The Topic reports a 40 acre watermelon patch near Indian Spring planted by Clarence W. Cooper and Charles Cox of Tavares. They shipped a carload last Friday and two more cars early this week, expecting about 20 cars total. Inspectors call the patch one of the finest, with melons up to 48 pounds and an average around 36 pounds, bringing a good price.
Mature onions show tops die back. Lift whole plants with bulbs and tops and place in a well aerated box until necks dry. Cut off tops leaving long pieces attached to reduce disease risk. Store onions in thin layers on slats once tops are dry.
The piece notes seniors finish high school as summer begins and many youths seek work at local jobs. It urges teenagers to contribute to the war effort, avoid idleness, and assist the community while older people need help.
The service featured Dr James Austin Richards and Rev James Sutley delivering sermons on Moral Mathematics. Sutley urged personalizing problems, universalizing actions, projecting outcomes, and weighing them against biblical principles. The glee club and congregation closed with prayers and songs.
Senior class at Mount Dora High School held commencement Friday May 26 at the Community Building. After the processional and an invocation by Rev Caxton Doggett the glee club performed two songs. Six seniors delivered speeches on The Promise of Tomorrow and Marilyn Johnson gave a farewell to teachers students and friends while presenting a service flag honoring eighty six graduates now in the service of their country.
Marilyn Suhavons received a Readers Digest subscription prize. Allene Moon and Robert Jackson earned outstanding leadership awards. Gladys Irene Crane received the D A R prize and certificate for scientific studies. Mr Sedano gave five dollars in war stamps to Crane for music club work. After diplomas, the group sang The Star Spangled Banner and Mendelssohn's War March of the Priests accompanied the graduates' recessional. Sophomores hosted a reception for the graduates.
Read and the seniors host a progressive dinner tour through Grace Lee and Marilyn Johnson homes with cocktails, salad, dessert, and the Glorious History of the Talented Class of '44. A class prophecy, will, and gifts close the festive evening amid playful gossip and reminiscences.
The senior class banner hung in the senior home room as graduates saw their names in cardinal and white. On May 24 they held a progressive dinner and celebration, followed by a Kiwanis Club advisory session on May 25. The closing weeks brought mixed feelings and gratitude to those who supported the class.
Church notices list services at First Methodist Church on Fifth Avenue Caxton. Pastor residence 4 E Avenue phone 2451. Church School at 10:00 A M with departmentalized classes. Sermon at 1:00 P M. Youth Fellowship at 6:30. Evening Worship at 7:30. Prayer Meeting Wednesday 7:30. Choir Practice Thursday 7:30.
Florence Gilbert Hanscom is listed as pianist and choir director at First Baptist Church at Corner Sixth and T. The program includes Bible School 9 45 A M Bible Sec 11 00 A M Morning Worship 7 00 P M Baptist Tot 7 30 P M Evening World 7 15 P M Teachers Meeting 8 00 P M Prayer Meeting and an invitation to a cordial friendly church union.
The Community Church announces resumption of services on Sunday October 1 led by Pastor D D Richere and Choir Director Kia Stein Claflin with soloist Mrs Or Haag. The church is located on Don Cor Tth Ave and James Avetin Richere.
The First Church of Christ Scientist in Eustis announces Sunday service at 9 30 AM and 11 AM with the topic God the Only Cause and Creator. A Wednesday 8 PM meeting features testimonies and remarks. A free reading room at 117 North Eustis Street is open daily 3 to 5 PM except Sundays and holidays.
The Church of Christ on Sanford Road holds a Bible Study at 10 A.M. and Communion at 11 A.M. Sunday led by L. Chastain. Evening Service at 1 P.M. and Prayer Meeting Wednesday at 7 30 P.M.
Rev. T. J. Meade presides with Sunday School at 10:00 A.M. Worship at 12:00 noon and 8:00 P.M. Evening Worship. Prayer Meeting on Wednesday at 8:00 P.M. Y P E meets Friday at 8:00 P.M.
Corner Lemon and Eustis Florida announces service times at Kilbow Rector church. Morning sermon at 11 06 A M Holy Communion at 11 00 A M Sunday school at 10 00 A M every Sunday Holy Communion on holy days 10 00 A M detailed in local church notices.
The fragment lists Zion Lutheran and St. Mary’s Catholic Church notices in Eustis with Sunday and weekday service times. It notes 11:00 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. services, Holy Days, confession times, and weekly class schedules, with meeting and Friday activities noted.
Moose Lodge 874 gathers at K P Hall in Eustis on the first and third Mondays. Dr Eutchins serves as governor and M C Kirkland is secretary.
The senior class of 1944 says farewell as they part ways, reflecting on memories and marching toward new paths beyond school. Their parting words accompany graduation season as they close one chapter and begin another.
The juniors exempt from finals were Vernell Shipley Lucile Harding and Trudie Williams. On Friday May 12 they staged a pan tomine and a musical quiz won by the eighth grade with Patty Caflin solving the jackpot. Proceeds supported The Hall of Fame and The Gossip of the Year for those absent from the junior-senior banquet.
Sophomores enjoyed a class party at Santando last Friday with grade mothers helping and supper prepared. Mr Tucker gave each student a treat of twelve dozen push ups. The class laments losing Bette Davis who has moved north as school closes and students look forward to summer.
Freshmen members plan a summer in Mount Dora after school closes. They thank adviser Mr Hall for his guidance this year and hope he returns next year. They also thank churches and donors for flowers at graduation and note Stambers attended the buggy Band in Daytona Beach.
Fragmentary notes describe seventh grade activities and a spring finale. The text hints at class events and a group swim, but details are incomplete and unclear.
Lake County farmers will receive forms from Agricultural Statisticians of Florida to supply statistical information. County Agent R. E. Norris notes many have already received requests. Data from farmers will support a major agricultural production survey for Florida, aiding wartime plans and county records.
The article notes that eight sharp needle teeth in piglets can be removed or broken using pliers or a small forceps instrument. It discusses methods and tools for dental procedure in young swine.
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