Proverbial Wisdom on Counsel and Safety
A saying notes that without advice people stumble while many advisors provide safety. The adage emphasizes collective guidance as a protective factor and caution against solitary decision making.
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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1957
Page
4
A saying notes that without advice people stumble while many advisors provide safety. The adage emphasizes collective guidance as a protective factor and caution against solitary decision making.
Mount Dora editorial urges open government at municipal, state, and national levels. It cites closed sessions, hidden agendas, and biased tax actions, urging citizens to demand transparency and vote knowledgeably.
Florida reports its strongest tourist season with crowded hotels from Key West to Tampa Bay and records crowds in Mount Dora banks. The piece argues Florida’s sunshine and access to varied locales defy national worries, countering Wall Street fears with cash registers and visitor stats.
ELENOR SAMMONS reports on visitors to Mt Plymouth including Ross and George Rainey families from St Louis and Evanston Illinois. Guests David Horn of Denver and John Horn of Atchison attended. Mrs Eula High recovering from surgery in Orlando. her daughter Marjory Doehla visited from Kansas City. Civic club met at the school with a cancer film. Saturday Night club resumes meetings March 9 inviting all to join at the school for cards and chat led by Mrs James Geddes.
Mount Dora merchants push for a business district cleanup by proclamation. The Merchants Association approved the plan after a letter from Frank Bridgman highlighted littered sidewalks and alleys that deter prospective residents. City Attorney Roy Christopher advised the action and the association awaits Mayor W D Patton's follow through.
The State Road decision enables a northward highway to bypass Mount Dora, enabling expansion beyond the lake area. Citizens face tradeoffs as citrus groves may be affected. grovers must weigh reinvestment and sacrifice for the broader welfare, hoping for renewed adventurous progress.
Rev David Coffield preaches God's Outreaching Mercy at Baptist church Sunday with evening Ten Commandments. Rev John Mangrum discusses Lent at St Edward's Episcopal on More than Fish the Whole Story of Fasting. Community Church announces What to Believe about God with Mrs Lowe singing Fear You Not and midweek Lent theme The Compassion of Jesus. Dr E E Lewis leads Community Forum on France and the French Union African Possessions. Dr C A Carrier at Presbyterian outlines Pauls Self Defense.
Dr. Robert R. Reed at Community Church argues Jesus remains the needed leader for a world in conflict with evil. He says belief in Jesus includes his humanity and a sinless, trusting life, with love as the guiding force through history.
Rev. James Jones quotes stress belief as a powerful factor in life and affairs at the Methodist church. He argues faith in God surpasses all else and counters materialist views with the idea that belief underpins existence and cosmic order.
Social news from Tangerine highlights visits and greetings among residents and guests. Mentions new arrivals Virgil Watson from Cincinnati and two new babies Dennis Lee Hartenstein and Jeffery Warren Morgan, plus church events and meetings.
The Mount Dora Pharmacy was among the nation’s drugstores honored by Rexall Drug Co with a mortar and pestle plaque for long service. Award went to R. E. Lee, owner since 1922, recognizing his 38 years as a registered pharmacist.
February real estate transactions in Mount Dora totalled 45 800 dollars as shown in the clerk of court records at Tavares. Principal sale of 12 500 dollars involved C L Stokley selling land behind Fisherman’s Headquarters near Gilbert Park to Bill Prinz, with other listed transfers including Crane to Lofroos, widow Jessie Forsyth to Langbery, Rogers to Meilke, Fugman to Davis, Ware to Jones, Clement to Schrock, Kennedy to Quixley, and more.
A letter from Councilman L. L. Heaton to Lou discusses the phrase representation of the people and questions the government’s adherence to this ideal, reflecting domestic political debate.
The Atlantic Coastline plans to place a reflector light at Mount Dora crossings but balks at an $18 000 cost for regulation flashers. The Lawn Bowling club urged a safety upgrade and probe into Abraham Hatfield’s January death by an ACL train. Mayor Patton said the railroad will slow and install a sign. City Atty. Christopher doubted the city’s authority to investigate railroads. he cited Orlando cases reaching the Supreme Court.
The Vestry of St Edward's Episcopal Church will gather Monday at 7 30 p m in the parish office for a scheduled meeting.
A compact list of services and times for churches across the town. Baptist, Community, Methodist, Church of Christ, Presbyterian, Latter Day Saints and Episcopal offerings include morning worship at 9:30 to 11, Sunday School around 9:45, youth groups, midweek Bible studies, and choir rehearsals. The Rev. David Coffield and other ministers are noted with contact details.
Churches and services listed include Eustis Christian Church meeting at Eustis Seventh Day Adventist Church with minister Lester C. Doerr. First Church of Christ Scientist at Lemon and Grove with 11 am services. Faith Lutheran Church Mo Synod in Library Basement with 8:30 am service and 9:45 am Sunday School led by Rev. Phillip Schlessmann.
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