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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1932
Page
4
A quoted columnist from the Times Union advises people to whistle more and whine less, urging greater work and less worry for a steadier outlook. The comment reflects a pragmatic, upbeat tone about daily living and resilience.
Roadside segments reveal vast agricultural activity across multiple stretches of the state, with farming pursuits visible from long distances along the highways.
Clermont Press notes that receipt of a maturity notice on a 20 year policy marks a milestone even for older individuals. The milestone can evoke a youthful feeling despite aging.
Ocala hosts a record stretch with six state conventions scheduled from March 15 to April 15 reflecting the progressive, enterprising spirit of the community planning, organizing, and drawing regional participation.
Insurance actuaries estimate that automobile accident costs in 1931 exceeded national education spending and approached a third of the total cost of operating the Federal government, signaling a heavy economic burden from crashes.
A Lynchburg Virginia factory produced a pair of shoes made entirely from cotton and presented them to Governor John Pollard of Virginia, demonstrating extended cotton uses in footwear manufacturing.
The Tampa Tribune notes that Sino in Sino Japanese derives from Sinae, an Oriental people mentioned by Ptolemy, linked to the Chinese. The etymology frames sinology as the study of Chinese history and customs.
The notice states that mail to foreign countries now uses higher rates effective April 1. Domestic rates still apply to American possessions overseas and further information is available at all post offices.
A complete staff is being brought from New York and Hollywood to produce grand operas on Davis Island in Tampa. Production of the first film is set to begin early in April.
The Associated Press reports southern communities are curbing costs and tightening admin budgets as they adjust economically. Florida cut ad valorem taxes from 14 mills in 1930 to 4.7 mills in 1931 while current administration seeks further reductions in state government operating costs, aiming to trim expenses by about five percent.
The annual Flower Show last week showcased vibrant displays in ball rooms patios and public spaces. The exhibitions reveal growing local interest in flowers and encourage broader efforts to beautify homes and public places across the state.
Clearwater mobilizes through its Chamber of Commerce and allied bodies to host the Florida Congress of Parents and Teachers on April 6-7. State president Mrs. H. B. Hutchinson, a Tampa resident, assists committees to stage the event expected to draw hundreds of delegates from across the state.
A major drive to withdraw money from hoarded funds shows strong results in the south. A Louisville Kentucky bank reports savings deposits up 1,400,000 since February 29. An Atlanta bank notes 7,000,000 increase since February 1. Florida response is favorable and nationwide reports indicate millions returned to circulation.
The Girl Scout organization marks its 20th anniversary, founded in Savannah Georgia twenty years ago. It now claims a membership of 300,000 girls and plays a key role in national life by promoting service for girls akin to the Boy Scouts for boys.
The Southern Kraft's Corporation, operating for one year, produced 192,500 tons of paper from southern pine valued at over fifteen million dollars. The result signals vast potential for this new Florida industry and its economic impact on the state's resources.
The article notes that sour orange, once considered useless beyond stock, can yield high quality marmalade and jelly. Experiments by a canning firm show potential profits, suggesting many so called useless soil products may hold value through intelligent testing and experimentation.
Encouraging signs of business improvement emerge as January shows the largest number of new enterprises started in New York in two years. Confidence returns with renewed activity across leading commercial circles, while Roger Babson urged practical action instead of dwelling on setbacks.
A promotional brochure extols a beach as the world’s finest claiming forty miles of hard packed sand from five to six hundred feet wide. It notes twice daily tidal coverage, vast surf, and heavy activity with hundreds of thousands visiting, fifteen thousand cars along the shore, frequent automobile races, and emergency airplane landings.
The U S engineering corps claims that after spending about one third of 325000000 for river work and flood control, headway is sufficient to prevent major floods and levee breaks. Hundreds of miles of levees and dykes reduce risk and protect homes from future disaster and loss of life.
The current St. Augustine post office, built in 1598 as Florida’s Spanish governor’s mansion, is proposed to be preserved as a historic landmark. Advocates argue for a new site and protection against demolition to honor early American history.
Daytona Beach expands summer allure with a 200 foot Ocean Pier Extension to become the Atlantic coast’s longest pier. Construction runs from early April to July and will house nearly 2,500 fishermen with deep sea species like tarpon and groupers. The over ocean dance hall will be enlarged along with other enhancements to boost resort fame.
The State Racing Commission reports race track receipts total 538000 dollars, divided among 67 counties, about eight thousand dollars per county. Some counties in the last legislature opposed the law fearing disaster for gainful gambling counties and predicting many would refuse their share of ill gained funds.
Easter lesson in Sunday School at 10 oclock and Easter sermon with music at 11 oclock. Mid week service is Wednesday evening at 730. James H Elder is the pastor.
The church announces a schedule for spiritual activities led by Pastor David B. Spencer. Evening young people's meetings start at 6 30 p m until further notice with morning worship at 11 00 a m and Bible school at 10 00 a m. A mid week service at 7 30 p m Wednesday features discussions on international peace. All are invited.
The notice lists a mid week service on Wednesday at 7 p m and Sunday school at 9 45 a m with morning worship at 11 a m and evangelistic service at 7 30 p m A cordial invitation is extended to all to come and worship with us.
The German Reichstag hosted a Washington birthday ceremony in a decorous bicentennial year tribute. A German military band played The Star Spangled Banner, first ever in those halls, signaling thawing postwar ties. A wreath was sent to Aristide Briand’s funeral as another gesture of cordial Franco-German relations.
Critics question Bugs Baer on the veracity of syndicated items under Baering down on the news. An example claims snow in Florida and California, which local records show did not occur, as winters have been warm with no snow.
The American Legion with 10 000 posts and over a million members sponsors a drive to promote uniform traffic and vehicle laws. It backs a uniform registration act anti theft act operators license act highway traffic regulations municipal finance street signals and related measures to reduce deaths and accidents.
A lively account from Live Oak on a Press Association Convention with Avery Powell Zach ary Zilch and Cary Hardee in town. Marie Holderman is elected president and the writer notes hectic activity, late sleep and plans for the Hollywood next fall gathering.
Letters describe a chaotic St Patrick's Day scene in Dania with a chicken tossed to the crowd hourly, sparking caution from a reader who stayed away. The piece notes local events in Perry Herald and mocks political ads and candidate rhetoric while praising paid newspaper advertising.
The statement pledges to favor the welfare of local communities and to endeavor to establish a safety organization in every town where an American Legion is located.
Snappy lines about enjoying beaches oranges and grape fruit contrast with high rates. A Mount Dora Tourist Club meeting featured the poem and a subscriber requested a copy for Topic. Trains leave daily for the 47 states, and locals are urged to consider travel options.
The Times Union notes gowns that button at the back are returning to fashion. The piece humorously adds the trend could keep unemployed husbands occupied, reflecting light social commentary of the era.
The Avon Park Pilot laments that suppressing news pleases none and scandal mongers demand sensationalism. It argues editors should follow conscience and judgment, leaning toward kindness for the unfortunate, trusting enlightened readers to overlook occasional lapses.
Treasury plans a new quarter featuring George Washington as part of the Bicentennial observance. Former Secretary Andrew Mellon issued the design invitation and the Commission of Fine Arts will select the designs.
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