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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
4
A newspaper column argues against hysteria over supposed fifth column activity amid World War II. It defends immigrants and naturalized citizens as loyal Americans while condemning baseless rumors and witch hunts and urging intelligent, measured response to perceived subversive actions.
A Florida congressman recounts an unusual plea from Frank B. McLauran of Porto Rico offering one eye for compensation to aid his wife and two children. The letter accompanies discussions on unemployment fund relief, Social Security impact, and proposed tax and pension measures impacting Florida industries and veterans.
A speaker urges restraint and lawful action against suspected subversive activities. He emphasizes reporting details to the FBI rather than judging citizens, promoting calm, fair play, and adherence to justice while urging government coordination and avoidance of rumor. He cautions against fanatical extremes.
Dr Dickson replying to R T Gould of Contoocook New Hampshire thanks for a donation to Red Cross relief for Europe and Mount Dora Florida. He notes the gift arrives as the quota has grown with the call and the contribution helps meet growing needs. He signs as Mount Dora Branch chairman.
Four thoroughbred Spitz puppies six weeks old three males and one female. Jersey cow for sale young and gentle just fresh. Contact Mas Margot Lewis 108 Mequire Street for rental inquiry. Donald Street cottage available in quiet residential area.
Practical guidance covers gopher control by soaking a corn cob or cloth in carbon bisulfide and placing it in tunnels, plus salamander control with traps. It notes camp activities at Camp McQuarrie near Astor Park in Lake County, run by the Florida Agricultural Extension Service, with 4-H youths in residence until August 19 and programs on Thursday afternoons.
A narrator recalls New York City’s dazzling night life from Philadelphia, describing 42nd Street to Broadway and 56th Street, the Empire State dome and Rockefeller Center lights as a vivid, unforgettable Paris of the U S A. The piece celebrates the city’s glow, color, and perpetual motion as a reader’s dream.
A columnপুর excerpt blends patriotic themes with social notes and travel tips. It touches on war poetry, medical congress exhibits, a scaffold accident, and a hotel service philosophy urging homelike, safer stays. The writer signs off with a cheerful farewell.
Charles C. Giles of Umatilla, born June 16, 1872 in Giles County Virginia, educated in Virginia and Millican College. A prominent Lake County realtor, he arrived in Umatilla in 1891 and served as first secretary of the Umatilla Chamber of Commerce. He fought in the 1st American War with the Third Regiment Tennessee Volunteers and is a Methodist active in local development.
Fred Kreider born June 17 1891 in Hull Florida. educated in Tampa and Tennessee. electrical engineering graduate of Georgia Tech. He runs ice manufacture and delivery, arrived in Lake County Clermont July 13 1917. A force in local groups, he led Clermont Masonic Lodge and church roles, directed the Lake County Chamber, and served with Florida Icemen and ice manufacturers associations.
Ruppert Hunziker of Montverde won the Florida Bankers Association 100 scholarship in the College of Agriculture at the University of Florida during the state Short Course for boys in Gainesville last week. He competed with 150 4H Club boys statewide and earned the award for exam results and club work in gardening poultry and wildlife conservation.
A pastor speaks at 7 30 pm on Should America Enter the War in Europe with the sermon title Fools Rush On outlining the nation’s stance and implications of intervention.
St Thomas Episcopal Church in Eustis announces services next Sunday at 11 am with Holy Communion on the first Sunday and prayer and sermon on other Sundays. The rector D. T. Johnson invites a cordial welcome to all.
The Lake Franklin Park Church of Christ on Rossiter Street Aubrey Mercer minister schedules 9:45 a.m. Bible Study 11:00 a.m. Preaching and Communion 7:30 p.m. Evening Services Thursday 7:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting. You are invited to attend each service.
The Church of God Pen St invites worshippers to regular services Sundays at 11 am and 7 pm Sunday school and prayer meeting Thursday at 7 pm. Pastor Bessie Suit welcomes all to worship.
Sunday School at 9 45 A M and Sunday service at 11 A M are listed for the First Church of Christ Scientist corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue The Fountain Inn Building at 117 Eustis Street hosts a free reading room daily 3 to 5 except Sundays and holidays with Bible and other literature for reading borrowing or purchase A 8 P M evening testimonies and experiences program is noted The Golden Triangle Lodge 874 Loyal Order of Moose meets at K of P Hall Eustis on the 1st and 3rd Mondays with officers named L J Drawdy and Lafe Pohlman as Governor and Secretary respectively.
Eustis local leader Martin advocates new initiatives for watermelon and cotton crops highlighting regional agriculture. He stresses support for farmers, improved irrigation, and market access to boost yields and profits.
Lake County growers push melons Sea Island cotton and citrus to the forefront as shipments begin. Weather has slowed the melon harvest by several weeks, crops lighter and smaller though quality remains high. The Sea Island Cotton Improvement Association formed with 42 members, E. H. Wilkerson serving as president. Growers report orange crops about percent smaller and forecast grapefruit yields down.
Dr. N T Richardson was re elected mayor of Montverde on Tuesday. He and the following officials were unopposed for re election.
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