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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1931
Page
4
A new bill on track gambling surfaces in several Fehlower state legislatures this year with legalization achieved in one state. A critic argues for greater empathy and calls for trying trials of new ideas. Charlie Chaplin defends his early career in London as the English now acclaim his achievements.
Northwest Florida and Okaloosa County show strong business optimism as stated by the Okaloosa News Journal. The confident outlook suggests continued good conditions for area commerce and investment throughout the region.
Florida Times Union notes society editors should reserve space for a follow up paragraph on movie star marriages as the star may file for divorce before press time. The piece highlights the fragility of wedding announcements in fast moving celebrity news.
The Federal Reserve Bank for the southeastern states reports an ongoing upturn across the region. It highlights strong department store sales, more than doubling in building activity, and an improving crop outlook.
The Marianna Floridan promotes taking vacation days and suggests exploring Florida, touting Marianna as a cooler destination. The piece implies readers will feel justified in believing the claim about Marianna’s climate.
French officials worry over the conduct of visiting American mayors during a tour in France. Reports say one mayor left a hall after wine was served and was blindfolded during a vineyard drive to avoid offense.
A Municipal Court judge in Chicago, sitting in the landlords and tenants branch, orders twelve bottles of milk daily to feed hungry babies of mothers evicted for rent. The judge notes mothers often arrive with small children who cry from hunger.
Citizens fund printing of a full treasurer report after the council abridged it to save taxpayers money. The complete financial statement will be available in booklet form from the town treasurer, and copies can be secured by request.
OUR THEATRE Mount Dora praises local attractions as high quality and well managed. The Mount Dora Theatre is comfortable, cool, and equipped with Western Electric gear delivering clear pictures and excellent sound. Patrons are urged to support local enterprise and enjoy top tier entertainment.
Lake County shows strong agricultural growth as last month’s fertilizer use reached 3,821 tons, ranking behind Imperial Park, Orange, and Pinellas in the state. The figures cover ton lot sales and reflect only part of overall fertilizer consumption.
The 800 million dollar government bond offering by Secretary Mellon drew six billion dollars in subscriptions, a record over subscription for a U S Treasury issue. Caution gives way to confidence as money shifts into safe investments to spur business revival.
A reflective piece on historical press freedom and libel laws. It argues the Minnesota press gag law was unconstitutional, notes how free speech prevented government tyranny, and defends editorial liberty against sensational but ultimately self-defeating practices. It praises journalism's role in exposing corruption despite occasional excess.
Revenue stamps indicate a strong May for Tampa cigars with 41,526,958 produced, up 2,950,013 from April. The rise signals an upward trend in business conditions.
A reflection on how changing conditions redefine standards and intelligence. The text argues that static thinking fails to solve new economic and social problems and that adaptation governs progress and a better life. It emphasizes evolution of knowledge across productive fields.
Florida eyes a Texas led road beautification project a 500 mile Gulf coast palm boulevard extending toward Florida. Sculptor Gutzon Borglum named chairman to guard plans for this long term highway of palms parks and oleander stretches across five mile segments with varied colors.
Southern pine leads all commercial woods grown in the United States and Florida is a major producer. A Department of Commerce bulletin notes pitch pine interests in the South employ many, pay high wages and taxes, making it the dominant regional industry. Secretary Lamont convened a Washington meeting to discuss forest industry conditions and future development.
The Fort Myers two daily papers unite, citing insufficient business to support both. The merger aims to improve service to the community and advertisers, benefiting readers and the industry alike. The owners are praised for the wise union.
The piece advocates billboard licensing and notes Maryland passed a law effective June 1 taxing billboards at half a cent per square foot. It permits removal where billboards obstruct traffic views at intersections or dangerous curves and urges nationwide action to regulate these unsightly pests.
After 44 years on Elba Island caretaker Geo. W. Martus retires and moves with his sister Florence Martus known as the waving girl. For 41 years she signaled ships entering and leaving Savannah harbor with a white cloth by day and a swinging lantern at night in memory of a lost lover.
Sunday school at 10:00 with Mr Sidel. 11:00 sermon continues Telling the Good News from I Love to Tell the Story. Epworth League 6:30, Evening worship 7:30, Mid-week service 7:30 Wednesday. Everyone invited.
Congregational church announces Bible school at 10:00 a.m. followed by a preaching service at 11:00 a.m. A young people's service is set for 7:00 p.m. Pastor David B. Spencer leads.
Creditors and all claimants are notified to present claims against Adelaide Lacock deceased to Judge E M Tally in Lake County Florida within twelve months from April 23 1931 or they will be barred. George J White is administrator with will annexed, Mount Dora Florida.
Matthew J. Bouterse, pastor, leads Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Sermon by the pastor. B Y P U meets at 6:45 p.m. Evangelistic song and preaching at 8:00 p.m. Good music and singing. All are welcome.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a.m. Sunday school at 9 46 a.m. testimonial meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from 2 to 4 in the church building. All are welcome.
Mrs. David S. Simpson declares that her son David Jr. and she will carry on the insurance business from the same site. She lists licenses with Manhattan, Liverpool and London and Globe, Providence Washington, Continental, and The Fidelity and Casualty Co of New York, and thanks patrons for their confidence.
Co administrators cum testamento annexo of the estate of Olmier L Callahan deceased will sell at 10 a m Monday June 15 1931 at First National Bank Mount Dora Florida 48 shares of Firemen's Insurance Company of Newark New Jersey stock certificate Nos a9 and 260 for cash to highest bidder the proceeds to pay debts of the estate sale for estate debts.
Elizabeth Johnston named executrix of the Mary Johnston estate. Notice lists Mount Dora address for correspondence and filing related matters.
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