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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1929
Page
1
Louise Newhall presents a summary arguing Mount Dora’s finances show no bankruptcy risk. She explains town taxes fund the auditorium and that school costs are district obligations not town debts, noting an $8.50 town tax per $1000 of assessed value and addressing rumors influencing voters.
Plans outline a large Fourth of July event in Winter Garden featuring old settlers from Orange County, a band concert, morning contests, a barbecue at 12 30 for fifty cents, and baseball games at 2 30 and 3 30 with prizes for hitting and throwing. A Lake County team will join the Orange County squad in a selected exhibition.
Lake County Chamber of Commerce wraps its last monthly board meeting for the year in Tavares. A general report covers yearly activities and two financial statements show receipts and expenses, with total indebtedness cleared at fiscal year end and three thousand five hundred sixty one dollars and ninety nine cents available for next year. The board approves an external audit after July 1 and pledges continued support for State Plant Board fruit fly warfare and related projects.
Kiwanis Night combined with Ladies Night was observed at Villa Dora Hotel Mount Dora by the local Kiwanis club on Monday evening. Dinner at eight featured songs led by Roy Smith then a lobby program with Rev Elder and L C Smith announcing artists Harry Goldstein George Abele Helen Hubbell Mrs George Malone and readings. The night closed with God Save The King.
Fort Myers marked its 1000th consecutive day of sunshine with a large event on June 15. City physicians, Chamber of Commerce members, and county officials attended, highlighting Fort Myers growing status alongside St. Petersburg as Sunshine City.
The Florida State Growers association opened its annual convention and grape show at the San Juan hotel in Orlando with over 200 attendees. Mayor James L. Giles gave the welcome, followed by remarks from H. C. Brown of Clermont and Prof. E. L. Lord of Gainesville. The event featured grape product displays and a banquet with Col. J. C. Sellers as principal speaker. the convention runs through Friday.
Florida adopts a sixth cent state tax on each gallon of gasoline. The levy, authorized by the 1929 legislature, takes effect July 1 as part of a measure to fund schools. The legislature adjourned sine die two days ago.
The first car of onions from Lee County was sent to Chicago last Saturday by J Rabon Davis receiving about 7100 net for the shipment. The carload held 365 bags of 50 pounds at $2 per bag. The Valencia onions were Spanish Valencia type, exceptionally large and milder than ordinary onions.
Two base hits by Edmondson and others. E Overstreet hits a home run. Multiple sacrifices and stolen bases noted. Hickman earns win with 38 strikeouts. Verigan takes loss. Umpire Kline. Time 2 20.
Citizens of Winter Park vote on Representative C. Fred Ward's bill to legalize baseball tennis and golf on Sundays with no admission charges. The outcome follows a heavier municipal election where a repeal of two Sunday amusements ordinances passed 35 to support in a 600 plus ballot. If approved, Winter Park becomes the first city in the state to legalize Sunday sports.
The Florida Railroad Commission called a hearing in Orlando on Monday to consider applications of bus and truck operators for certificates of convenience under the new state law. The act places motor vehicle companies under the commission and requires deposits with the comptroller when applying.
Paul Harber presents a review noting the revised constitution and by laws remain practical with only one minor amendment. The board includes nineteen elected directors five commissioners and seven ex presidents totaling thirty one from 21 communities. Sessions mostly in Tavares with meetings on schedule. Advertising cost dropped by half, inquiries fewer but more targeted, especially on agriculture horticulture land pricing homes and grape industry. Mailing list exceeds 1400 names and radio reach adds 179 contacts.
Daytona Beach and Frolics Association announce a two day Fourth of July program on July 3 and 4 featuring a children’s parade boxing carnival fireworks baseball races and a coronation ball. Highlights include Beach Street parade Burgman Arcade event Burgoyne Island fireworks Ocean Pier Casino ball and a promenade bathing revue with twin city participation from Daytona Beach Orlando and Winter Park.
More than 30 local men campaigned through Alachua County to form a militant organization to destroy host fruits and vegetables and halt the invasion of the Mediterranean fruit fly. The decision followed a chamber of commerce meeting.
State geologist Herman Gunter states water is Florida’s most important natural resource. He notes Florida’s unique access to Wel lman wind and artesian supplies, with freshwater found under pressure in wells that can flow into upper floors.
A Leesburg chamber of commerce meeting featured Hon. Nathan Mayo and Gen. A H Blanding outlining plans to aid citrus and other crops. Officials argued broader production of immune cash crops can offset losses from the fruit fly while expanding market contacts and local cooperation.
A recent state tax bill, passed by the Legislature, adds Section 4 requiring the permanent post office address of the grantee to be stated in deeds or bills of sale for property to be eligible for recording. The provision aims to improve property records and traceability for recorded transfers.
City Attorney Ty Cooley announces the bond election on July 23. To vote, individuals must be over 21, a U S citizen, have home and domicile in Florida Lake County Mount Dora for 1 year six months, be registered in the Mount Dora registration book, and have paid poll taxes for 1927 and 1928 by July 13 1929. Owning real property in Mount Dora is required. a married woman must own property in her own right or jointly with her husband. Absent voters may cast ballots with the Town Clerk 3 to 15 days before election.
Frank H. Heath of the local Kiwanis club was the first person to register at the Kiwanis International Convention in Milwaukee. Heath, a former newspaperman, will handle Florida District publicity with assistance from Eddie Mylan of Miami. The Milwaukee Journal featured Heath registering and receiving his badge.
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