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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1938
Page
4
The Tribune notes rapid growth in Tampa and New York with combined populations exceeding 7 million. It contrasts changing times from past beliefs to present realities and hints at broader economic trends impacting cities and the nation.
Dr Frank C Whitmore dean of the Penn State College of Chemistry and Physics labels the South the chemists field after touring the region. He notes abundant raw materials including cellulose starch and vegetable oils with cottonwood pines and sweet potatoes promising large supplies. He predicts the South will be the self sufficient oil and chemical center within a quarter century.
Tampa booster Colonel Peter C. Knight voices strong optimism about Florida's future. He cites the state's recovery from 1925 and 1929 shocks, its resources and climate, and notes Florida ranked sixth in the nation for estate tax payments in the year ending June 30 1936.
Dr. Charles H. Herty's pine paper discovery spurs forest restoration efforts. Hardwood stands comprise 64,000,000 acres across twelve states and 55 percent of U S hardwoods. South furnishes 70 percent of domestic hardwood use with 392 furniture plants producing over 70 million dollars yearly. Conservation is essential for future prosperity.
The Georgia Legislature created a State foundation to operate the Herty Foundation Laboratory and approved a $20,000 appropriation to continue Dr. Charles Herty's experiments. The foundation may accept gifts and contributions, with Governor Cone promising support from Florida and southern states pledging participation in sustaining the lab.
Gas House Gas, a frog from the Everglades, won the international frog jumping event at the Pageant of Sara de Sota in Sarasota. Before 10,000 spectators, he jumped 19 feet to set a new world record, reclaim Florida’s crown from rivals. Gus received a gold trophy, a silver medal, and $50 amidst a festive crowd. State Road 2 relocation plans mention motorists using the old road between Polk City and Lakeland.
Daytona Beach Observer reports General Charles P. Summerall at Mount Dora weighs canal plans as a strategic war measure. The piece notes his rank as a full general, compares him with historic leaders, and recalls his career from Lake County teaching to commandant of the Citadel.
The Times Union notes a Florida spring riot of color with azaleas flame vines lilies and violets. It contrasts friendship as life’s greatest blessing and cites Napoleon’s failed pursuit of followers as a cautionary tale. Welfare aid reaches 29 000 families 116 000 people in Florida. Wauchula remains top cucumber shipper with 189 cars this year leveraging the Farmers Market. State Road budget plan discussed in Orlando outlines road and bridge work and federal aid projects.
An auction of satirical performances features a two hour show with "would be" vs "real" candidates, political parodies, bluffing games, and comic acts. The event advertises live announcers, familiar recordings, and family entertainment at court house square and nearby routes.
The article notes visitors from Camden touring Mount Dora and central Florida, praising the area as “the gem section of Florida.” Mr Creed and Mrs Creed recount a royal welcome from Mr Dooley and a day of hunting after plans to see local attractions.
Heber D. Ketcham minister and Mrs C M Gudgeon organist lead church services with Church School at 9 45 morning service at 10 45 and sermon The Bible s Place in the Thought of Men. A 7 30 p m sermon by Rev W E Craig District Superintendent follows.
Rev. Neslie V. Underwood leads at First Baptist Church corner Tenth and Tremain. Sunday school at 9 45, morning worship 11 00, B Y P U at 6 30, evening service 7 30, mid week service Wednesday 7 30. Strangers welcome.
In Eustis at St Thomas Episcopal at 9 45 a m Sunday School and 11 a m Holy Communion with a sermon by Rector D T Johnson.
The Church of Christ at Lake Franklin Park Rossiter Street Sanford Road conducts Sunday worship with Bible School at 10 A M and preaching at 11 A M and 7 15 P M. Thursday prayer meeting and song service held. pastor Lawrence Mize invites tourists to attend.
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