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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1959
Page
4
Bobby Vanzant wins first prize in Mount Dora seniors third annual Holler Essay Contest honoring the Constitution and Bill of Rights with a $100 cash award.
The piece presents a fictional diary set after a lost war where occupation troops seize control in a small town. A teen records the erosion of civil liberties including assembly, gun rights, press freedom, jury trials, and religion, culminating in executions and prison, urging defense of the Constitution and Bill of Rights. It warns youth that such conditions could occur if civic rights are neglected and emphasizes safeguarding constitutional heritage.
Governor Collins may veto a Lake County bill to fund a pro segregation ad campaign. The Florida press denounces the plan as undemocratic and wastes half a million dollars that should fund schools. The piece cites Reedy's publicity stunt and urges dismissal of the scheme.
The first place essay in Mount Dora High School’s annual contest is announced. Sponsored by the Woman's Club, the event recognizes graduating students for creative writing.
A narrator recalls siphoning anger at a sister’s rope swing then finding peace while swinging alone. He reflects on childhood escapes, meditation, and the enduring need for moments of calm to rebalance life. The piece values simple, tangible sensations and inner perspective shifts.
Story of Fuzzy a dog and Tom a cat who grew up together and formed a deep bond. Fuzzy protected Tom and rarely hurt cats while Tom kept watch over the pup. After Tom disappears Fuzzy dies from devotion to his friend, leaving a tale of enduring companionship.
Editor notes a third place winner by Pat Reese describing teens Lore Una Masashi and Pat who write to seven pen pals worldwide. The piece highlights cross cultural views, language study, and hopes for international understanding and peace.
A grieving father, Mr Holt, writes a dawn letter compelling compassion for the murderer of his daughter. He argues for love and guided understanding of human instincts, warning that suppression breeds tragedy and calling for wisdom to mold moral behavior. He urges society to explore the soul frontier for a better standard of living.
A local editor urges the Board of County Commissioners to reject plans for a lakefront courthouse center with docking facilities. With a $5.6 million school debt and $300,000 land costs, the piece argues education must come first and urges tax restraint until property values rise and more taxpayers appear.
A local church listing details Mount Dora congregations with service times and contacts. Includes Rev. Coffield at Mount Dora Baptist, Rev. Jones at Methodist, Sam Ayers and Cletus Stutzman at Church of Christ, Rev. Kress at First United, Elder P. Kelley at Latter Day Saints, Rev. Mangrum at St. Edwards, and Rev. Doerr at Central Christian Church with Bible School and worship times.
Eustis First Church of Christ Scientist advertises Sunday services at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. Also lists Wednesday Evening Service at an unspecified time. Corner location given as Lemon and Grove.
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