Municipal legislative committees gain traction nationwide
The March American City editorial notes Mount Dora's municipal committee plan is gaining traction elsewhere. It highlights New York state’s municipal research bureau offering weekly bill bulletins and a special committee that advises legislators, suggesting Florida cities could form similar contacts. The piece also assesses southern railroad earnings, tying future growth to rail freight rates and adequate transportation.
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Mount Dora
New York State
New York
Florida
Lake County
The Railroads of the South
The railroads of the south have become fast reliable networks aiding agriculture and industry. They run on time with modern equipment and freight service that supports northern markets and new opportunities. In 1928 the railroads delivered better service and efficiency than ever despite earnings challenges.
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South
Southern Railroads
City Equity in the Gas Tax Debate Across States
The article notes most states now tax gasoline and discusses the need for fair distribution of revenue to cities. It cites twelve states already sending direct aid to municipalities for street and highway upkeep and bonds. It urges Governor Carlton to adopt a fair apportionment and cooperative city county action to relieve local highway costs.
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Illinois
New York
Alabama
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Louisiana
Maryland
Michigan
Ohio
Oklahoma
Virginia
Washington
Wisconsin
Florida
United States
Carlton
Hoover Opposes Oil Leasing on Federal Lands
Within ten days of his inauguration President Hoover declared opposition to leasing or disposal of oil lands under government holdings or controls, except when Congress mandates. He places the matter with the senate and house, arguing this preserves national oil resources and empowers public participation in land disposal.
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United States
Hoover
Congress
Senate
House
Washington’s Debate Over Vice President Curtis’s Sister Hostess
The article discusses Washington controversy over the social status of Vice President Curtis’s sister, named as his official hostess, with remarks that wireless vice presidency spirits are new and break established rules.
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Washington
Curtis
Speculation Over Topic Office Rear Building Sparks Rumor
Building operations behind the Topic office stir talk in the village business district. Citizens joke that a furnace hints at a new high pressure still, while others defend the harmless purpose and fear summer dullness may lead to experiments.
Irishman’s Deathbed Wish Echoes From Village Band
A magazine tale recounts an Irishman on his deathbed asking a priest for one last wish. The village band plays beneath his window, performing several tunes before he dies with a smile, claiming nothing in hell could be worse. The narrator notes no local Irish deaths match the tale.
World’s Greatest Thrill At Lockhart Coaster Ride
A local rider reports that the artificial roller coaster waves at Lockhart induce seasickness. The ride is advertised as the world's greatest thrill, a claim supported by some and questioned by others who have felt seasick.
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Lockhart
Endurance Drive Sparks Debate on Intelligence
An Orlando resident stages a 100 hour endurance drive drawing criticism of human fitness and a jab at evolution. The remark links endurance to questionable intelligence and mocks supporters of Darwinian theory.
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Orlando
George Malone Promotes Private Real Estate Boom
The note extols George Malone for a private real estate boom that benefits Mount Dora. He invites public participation and collaborates with the Chamber of Commerce and other agencies to put Mount Dora on the map, suggesting his methods may succeed where others may not.
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George Malone
George
Chamber of Commerce
Mount Dora
Modernism toys with Helen of Troy radio reunion
A radio rendition of the Menelaus and Helen reunion mocks classical glamour. The commentator notes modernist influence distorts Helen's image, describing her as unfit as the face that launched a thousand ships and even as a hog-calling contender.
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Menelaus
Helen of Troy
Paris
Helen
Troy
Smith Brothers
Mount Dora Gopher Race Delayed By Slow Staging
Residents question the Mount Dora gopher race after delays in preparation and staging. Promoters acknowledge logistical hurdles, suggesting the event may be run in installments if further delays occur.
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Mount Dora
Florida exports rise in second quarter of 1928
Florida exported merchandise valued at 8 317 630 in Q2 1928, up from 7 879 550 in the same period 1927, an increase of 438 080. Southern pine boards and planks led with 1 875 829, followed by resin 1 798 601 and phosphate rock 1 422 588, among other items such as grapefruit turpentine and vegetables.
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Jacksonville
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
Florida
Nation unites in war on leprosy observance declared
May 1 designated Philippine Day by Leonard Wood Memorial trustees to rally nationwide funding for leprosy eradication in the Philippines. Plans at Culion include new leprosarium facilities, staff housing, and expanded labs to treat 3,000,000+ global cases with emphasis on early intervention and chaulmoogra oil therapy.
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Manila
Leonard Wood
United States
Leonard A. Wood
Philippines
Philippine Islands
Culion
Philippine
H. Windsor Wade
Leprosy Colony at Culion and Ushered Hope for Children
The article describes leper colonies with various living arrangements from palm huts to concrete houses. It notes self-sufficiency through farming, crafts, theatres, hospitals, and schools. It highlights non hereditary children born clean and a drive to raise 100000 for better facilities and a nationwide fundraising push led by local business committees.
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Culion
United States
Weathermaking at Home Now Possible
Willis H Carrier of Newark announces a home weathermaker that conditions temperature and humidity, filters dust and bacteria, and circulates air automatically. The unit, gas fired and compact, adjusts humidity to match temperature and has been installed in several New York homes.
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Willis H .Carrier
Newark
New Jersey
Mr. Carrier
New York
Summerall Receives Four Star Army General Rank
President Coolidge signs legislation elevating Chief of Staff Major General Charles P. Summerall to full general. Born 1867 near Lake City Florida, Summerall graduated West Point in 1892 and commanded units in the Philippine insurrection and World War I. He later led the Fifth Army Corps, the First Division, and served as Army Chief of Staff from 1926.
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President Coolidge
Charles P. Summerall
George Washington
Ulysses S. Grant
William T. Sherman
Phil H. Sheridan
John J. Pershing
Tasker H. Bliss
Peyton C. March
Pershing
Army
Navy
Summerall
Lake City
Fla
West Point
Infantry
Artillery
Reilly’s
China
Peking
Congress
War Department
Fifth Army Corps
Meuse
United States
Coolidge
Davis
Prince Danilo
Panama
Philippines
Floridian Flowers Bloom While Law Guards Wild Plants
Recent rains and warm weather bring many Florida wild flowers into bloom. Visitors may enjoy them in the woodlands but must not pluck them, as doing so violates the law and could incur penalties.
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Florida
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