Wise Course Defer Fluoridation in Staunton Council Debate
Staunton Virginia city leaders at a Facts Forum discussed fluoridation of the water and agreed to defer action until more health data emerge. Experts cited evidence both for and against fluoridation, noting kidney and heart risks and potential cancer links, while dental decay benefits remain uncertain. The editorial urges delaying adoption to protect long term health, citing lack of AMA approval and ongoing research.
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Staunton
Facts
Facts Forum
American Medical Association
W. H. Rumbel
State Health Department
Morton Santymire
Stanton Military Academy
Washton
D. C
Black
Washington, D. C
National Council
Frances F. Heyroth
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati
Research Council
Fluoridation Quotes Highlight Health Concerns and Industry Risk
A collection of statements from Dr. Royal E. S. Hayes Dr. Paul A. Bishop and Dr. Paul Manning expresses fears about fluoride in water and industrial pollution. They warn of long term ingestion effects and cancer risk while noting uncertain benefits for children. The document also discusses fertilizer salts and impurities in plant nutrition.
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Royal E. S. Hayes
Waterbury, Conn
Paul A. Bishop
College of Kulture
University of California
Division of Chemistry and
D. of Ag
State of Florida
Mount Dora High School Spring Band Concert Delights
The Mount Dora High School band wowed the Community building with intricate selections and a 32 member ensemble. The Second Grade Rhythm band directed by Mrs. Charlotte B Bennett offered a lively symphonette with toys and percussion. James Handlen conducts the main band finishing term with pieces from The Merry Widow In a Persian Market and the William Tell Overture.
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Mount Dora High School
Charlotte B. Bennett
Mockin
James Handlen
Mount Dora
Patton Elected President of Central Florida Live Theatres
Walter J. Patton assumed the presidency of the Central Florida Federation of Live Theatres and also holds the IceHouse Players president title after being elected at the annual Players meeting in Mount Dora. Mae Buckman named managing director and a slate of officers announced including Jim Jackson as vice president and Stebbins as secretary.
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Walter J. Patton
Central Florida Federation of Live Theatres
IceHouse Players
Patton
Mount Dora Atre
Mae Buckman
Jim Jackson
Stebbins
Jean Lee
Earl LaBare
Merle Cleary
City to Speed Punishments for Traffic Violations
Mayor introduces ordinance to speed fines for traffic violators. Regular penalties range from $1 to $5, with $5 for running red lights, payable at City Hall immediately rather than awaiting the mayor's court session.
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Lou L. Heat
City Hall
Be at Peace with Life as the World Unfolds
A reflective passage urges calm amid noise and haste. It counsels speaking truth quietly, avoiding loud quarrels, and valuing virtue, self honesty, and patience through life’s changing fortunes. It reminds readers they are part of the universe and deserve to be here.
Fluoridation Debate Spurs Letters to Editor
Readers urge halting water fluoridation amid fears of cancer links and toxic fluoride. A Mrs Mabel Richards cites university opposition while Dr A P Black defends cautious study, urging dental care and diet as key factors.
Editor's Note on What Do We Know About Cancer
Miss Richards discusses the June United Nations World piece by Dr. W. E. Gye former Imperial Cancer Research Laboratories director now in Australia researching cancer. The note references the article's author and current work.
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Miss Richards
United Nations World
W. E. Gye
Imperial Cancer Research Laboratories
Australia
Misquoted On Fluoride Debate In Mount Dora Meeting
Letter notes mistaken use of the term medication and corrects misstatements about state bills on fluoridation. The writer defends democratic support for fluoride in public water while opposing coercive legislation and promises to review Delaney Committee testimony.
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Mount Dora
California
Pennsylvania
Connecticut
Delaney
Taylor
University of Texas
Edward Taylor
Texas State Board of Health
Installation of Key Club Officers at Local School
Parents and guests witnessed the installation of Key Club officers led by M. O. Wis of the Kiwanis. Harold Gregg relinquished the gavel to Paul Hopkins as president. Byron Smith, Richard Beebe, and Roy Landis were named vice president, secretary, and treasurer respectively. Three members will attend the Key Club International convention in Chicago June 26 28.
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Service Club
Key Club
Harold Gregg
Paul Hopkins
Byron Smith
Richard Beebe
Roy Landis
M. O. Wis
Kiwanis Club
Chicago
Fred Roseborough
Dis
What Authority Governs Water Fluoridation in Our Town
A letter questions town council powers over fluoridation and promblems of water treatment. The writer argues about safety and freedom of choice while urging council to rely on tested methods and avoid intruding on residents rights. It asks what functions the Town Council holds in such public health matters.
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Alarine
Cuenet
Untitled fragment on truth and facts
The readable portion hints at a debate about uncovering true facts. It references learning and timing while suggesting a broader discussion about truth without presenting concrete events or subjects.
Ladies Night Pays Off in Town Team Victory
The town team defeated Winter Garden 5-3 with notable play by Teasley and Doc Walker, while Mount Dora piled up 10 hits to Gardeners seven as an all-female spectatorship influenced the win. The Umatilla game was rescheduled to Friday evening, and Coach Walter Olsen seeks a bat boy to join the squad.
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Mount Dora
Ladies Night
Gardeners
Walter Olsen
Growth Is Revealed In Utility Figures At Mount Dora Meeting
Mount Dora utilities report shows May water pumped at 29.4 million gallons versus 18.24 million in May last year and electricity sales at 351 thousand kilowatts compared with 302 thousand last May. Officials emphasize fluoridation safety and cite evolving views on penicillin sulfa drugs radium X ray and plasma as examples of ongoing research and learning.
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Mount Dora
Utilities
Ernie Mosteller
Harold Overhiser
Robert
Wason
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