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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1931
Page
4
Babson declares bullish on Florida while orange market improves. Growers receive up to $1.75 per box for fruit on trees. The government plans to employ 450000 men in work within 30 days, aiding the economy. Florida state treasury balance on January 31 stands at 6,642,446.77 dollars per State Treasurer Knott.
Dr. Hamilton Holt, president of Rollins College, announced a gift of 100000 dollars from Mrs. Edward Bok to fund construction of a theatre on campus.
The census notes 1,392,000 people moved from urban areas to farms last year, the largest figure since 1924, signaling optimism about agricultural expansion and rural opportunities.
Congress passed the new veterans' loan bill over Hoover veto. It is estimated that 8 009 500 dollars will be distributed to veterans in Florida.
President Hoover praised the South in his Lincoln Day address, saying it has recovered from the wounds of war and risen to a brilliant renaissance of industry and culture under the leadership of a new generation.
The state should be generous to the Red Cross which has spent over 50 million dollars on disaster relief, with Florida receiving about 10 million dollars, nearly one fifth, due to the 1926 and 1928 hurricane effects.
President Hoover warns the post office department will run a deficit near 100 million dollars for the current fiscal year. He argues it would be unjust to the nation to bear this growing burden without raising revenues.
Noted author Hogan Rice and her husband Cale Young Rice plan a series of lectures at Rollins College this week while visiting relatives in Clearwater. The couple are prominent literary figures in American letters.
After years of controversy the House passes a bill to amend the Constitution, dropping the short session after the biennial November election and seating a new Congress on January 1st and a new president on January 24th, with expected Senate concurrence though wag es may be made.
The citrus industry is described as failing while multiple selling agencies split efforts. A single unified organization is urged to lead cooperative marketing and collective bargaining. Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce endorsed this approach at a Friday meeting, urging other trade bodies to support a statewide consolidation.
The Dilpako Packing and Canning Company sent 150 barrels of fifty gallons each, totaling 7,500 gallons of concentrate to a large Atlanta beverage maker. The plant claims to be unique, using a fivefold concentration at a low 96 degree boiling point to preserve flavor.
The article presents Opie Read’s book It Remember as a rich mine of experiences from a long life. It highlights Read as a leading southern author with keen analysis of people and human nature.
A midwestern man, after fifty years of toil to secure a comfortable old age, dies of heart trouble within a day of declaring his plan to enjoy life. The story reads like fiction but stands as a stark real life example of fragile happiness.
The banquet and Regatta Ball at the Club House drew the largest attendance on record and ran smoothly. Dignitaries and a West Palm Beach Regatta committee were praised for their work. Next year may shift races to noon with a parade and illuminated crafts on the second day. Local officials and citizens thank contributors for the Eighteenth Annual Regatta.
H. W. Bennett of New York and his son R. W. Bennett of Babson Park have planted 100000 tung oil trees about ten miles north of Gainesville. They believe there is a bright future for the tung oil industry in Florida.
In Bradenton a carload of vegetables bound for McComb Mississippi was looted. Thieves took 23 hampers of cabbage and 17 hampers of potatoes and other donated foods meant for drought sufferers. Local farmers quickly replenished the loss and redirected the car for relief.
S D Lovett and his wife have purchased the Marion Sun and its plant. Lovett, a veteran newspaper man, has published the Zephyrhills News for nine years and started the Pasco County Free Press before selling both last August. He has fifteen years in the Florida Press Association and brings deep Florida newspaper experience to the community.
The piece notes deep dissatisfaction with radio advertising in programs and equipment sales. Dr. Lee Forest’s institute criticizes the shift from musical ecstasy to ad laden content, while Major General Saltzman warns station owners against overwhelming listeners with propaganda. Reverend Franklin extols self denial and service beyond self.
Grover A. Whalen of New York spoke at a Jacksonville Kiwanis Club event praising Florida. He urged better use of resources, expressed admiration for the state, and said he would not miss his annual Florida visit for anything.
The essay reflects on the Oregon Trail journey from Independence to the Rocky Mountains, highlighting pioneer courage. It compares pioneer ideals to Boy Scouts virtues bravery loyalty eagerness and enthusiasm and notes Florida geology with rock and pebble phosphate mining methods.
The notice lists Sunday events with 10:00 am Sunday school led by Superintendent Nimnicht and 11:00 am sermon. Evening service at 7:30 pm, Epworth League at 6:30 pm led by President Bishop. WMS meets Monday at 3:00 pm at Sylvan Shores. Midweek service Wednesday at 7:30 pm. Transportation requests invited. James H. Elder is the pastor.
Sunday school graded in all departments meets 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
The Congregational church lists Bible school at 10:00 a.m. and preaching at 11:00 a.m. Dr. Jessie Marden of Athens Greece will give an address. A Young People's Meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. with an evening service at 7:30 p.m. featuring illustrated songs.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue announce Sunday service at 11 a m and Sunday school at 9 45 a m Testimonial meeting on Wednesday at 8 p m Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 2 to 4 in the church edifice All are welcome
A reflective poem urges perseverance and focus on self improvement. It promotes moving to Mount Dora for health and beauty remedies, warns against listening to naysayers, and emphasizes renewal, family support, and enduring faith as life extends toward a hopeful sunset.
The Primary Play date moved from March 10 to March 17 to allow children more practice time.
Harriet J. Kneeland of Northampton Massachusetts died at 78. Her remains were sent home for burial after services led by Rev. David Spencer of Mount Dora Community church. She was sister to Frederick N. Kneeland, Bank official, and a devoted member of the D A R and Northampton Historical Society known for a remarkable memory of dates and people.
Notice states nonpartnership with Kellogg DeWitt poultry operation at The Dreamery near Mount Dora Lake County Florida. Declares no responsibility for debts incurred under Kellogg name as of February 25th.
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