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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1947
Page
4
A Mount Dora writer denounces enriched white bread as unhealthy poison citing animal tests and cancer risk. He laments modern wheat and urges housewives and women’s groups to act for real wheat and affordable, vitamin rich bread.
A reader advocates Mount Dora forming a community theater, Little or Summer Theater, to provide social activity and an outlet for talent. Examples from other towns show small budgets, shared venues, and support from clubs, with audiences drawn by organizations buying tickets.
Editor letters discuss expanding the Lakes and Hills brand for Lake County fruit and its citrus standing. They note Lake County’s past roles in watermelon shipping, island cotton seed, and future growth as young groves come into bearing. The exchange includes a correction on citrus production rankings and an editorial note apologizing for overstatements.
Kiwanis members discuss service life and flag loyalty after wartime duty. Harry presents a new idea to applause. Club views submarine warfare footage from the Pacific and notes Japanese losses. Leesburg radio station guests defer due to reception. next meeting plans a program by the station crew, the lake county’s only.
The forecast recaps a rainy pattern with daily notes from Mount Dora and surrounding areas. It describes thunder storms, lingering showers, sun breaks, cool spells, and warm lake days across Thursday to Wednesday with varying intensities and locations.
The Lions Club held a brief meeting Friday night. New member introduced by President Bardwell L Bowers, Florida rep for Mergenthaler Linotype. A thanks letter from Mrs R N White praised blood bank services. Next show at the Yacht Club Friday the 27th at 7:00 PM for Ladies Night. District Governor Hoke Johnson will install new officers.
Eliza M. Hickok profiles Joe Kelly eight year old singer turned chief quizzer for the Quiz Kids. The piece notes long term success, 236 children featured, and the charm of the program and its touring life with photos and humor. Mount Dora Library Committee sponsors.
A social gambling notice reports a Friday bingo event at the Sylvan Shores Hotel Cocktail Lounge inviting residents to join for an evening of games and prizes.
Howard Simpson, son of Jim Simpson, is restoring and improving several buildings on Fifth Ave and nearby streets. He recently repurchased the Simpson hotel overhead, the Kimball Garage, and the Work Shop upholstery shop, planning painting, redecorating, and refurnishing. He is active in the family packing business at Simpson Packing Co. at Donnelly and Fourth streets.
2 percent dividends on insured savings up to the U.S. government guarantee and start a savings account with $1.00. Also offers loans to repair refinance purchase or build homes or businesses at low interest rates. G I loans provided by First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Lake County at 400 W Main St Leesburg Florida.
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