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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1934
Page
4
The piece reflects on nostalgic Florida life from a small town mood to the lure of progress. It notes money’s scarcity and mule ads, praises press influence, and laments taxes across government layers while Bok Tower attracts thousands to concerts and a 2,673-car count.
The piece argues elected legislators must support fair school funding and criticizes governors for enforcement rather than lawmaking. It notes improved business and profits after Roosevelt’s wage and hour calls, citing Standard Statistics on 1933 corporate net income rising sharply from 1932. It attributes much of the rise to Roosevelt administration measures.
The article explains Easter as the festival of Jesus resurrection with roots in Ostera and notes a council in 325 setting a uniform worldwide observance. It details how to determine the date using the vernal equinox and full moon, and states that Easter Sunday falls after the full moon following March 21, with example for this year as April 1.
Public library shelves gain new titles across fiction travel and biography. Notable acquisitions include Vols by Kipling Emerson and Darwin and Rembrandt lifework, plus a Boy Scouts book and travel chronicles. Funds from a previous card party and a donation supported the purchases. A final card party is set for April 4 at 2 30 P M in the Community Building.
The Rotary District Conference for Florida will be hosted at the Mountain Inn in Eustis with about 650 Rotarians expected. District Governor Ed R Bentley of Lakeland will preside over discussions on community service and youth programs as speakers from Ohio and beyond attend along with local leaders. Social events include breakfasts luncheons and the Governor's ball with Archie Hurlburt in charge of arrangements at Fountain Inn.
A quotation notes concerns about how soft foods alter chin contours and asks what relentless grinding or stone work could do to the human nose, reflecting a skeptical view of dietary and craft impact.
A reflective critique of American exceptionalism, tracing origins of national greatness to founders, expansion, resources, and institutions. It cautions that pride obscures past flaws and urges humility while acknowledging the nation’s achievements and their complex roots.
A reflective excerpt declares we are the masters of our fate shaped by our hearts and minds. It emphasizes personal responsibility and the enduring influence of current generations on future outcomes.
Under the revised FERA plan the nine local district chairmen and CWA are dissolved into three districts. Mount Dora joins Eustis and Umatilla under Works Director W A Skinner with headquarters in Eustis. Employment based on need certified by Relief and Social Service. projects assigned under Skinner. CWA office to close March 31. Skinner visited Mount Dora Tuesday to review current and planned projects, joined by State Health Inspector Broughtman overseeing mosquito control.
The Mount Dora Girl Scouts announce a community fair on April 6 in the Ingram Building on Fifth Avenue East. The event features booths, attractions, and concessions to raise money for their registration fees. They thank supporters who aided their Lake County Flower Show display in Tavares, which won third place.
John Martin Ryan of East Liverpool Ohio a winter resident of Mount Dora Florida died at home in East Liverpool on March 21 at 7 30 am aged 82 A pioneer East Liverpool paving contractor he headed John M Ryan Sons for two decades born in Washington DC September 7 1851 he married Mary L Murray of Industry PA in 1880 and leaves three sons a daughter and eight grandchildren He was a charter Knights of Columbus member and St Aloysius Catholic church funeral services were held March 23 with interment in Aloysius Cemetery. Florida housewives will do well to feature Florida foods in their menus.
Describes a 75 by 200 foot lot joining Mr Whitney’s home in Sylvan Shores with lake view. Desirable home site near Lake Dora priced at 1000 dollars. Broker commission paid. Listed exclusively with.
Morning Worship at 11:00 with Easter music by the choir. Pastor delivers Lessons of the Empty Tomb. Esther Wyatt sings Behold I Stand at the Door and Knock and Leave It with Him. Evening Worship at 7:30. Holy Week service with Holy Communion Thursday at 7:30. Prayer meeting Wednesdays at 7:30. All invited.
The Congregational church opens with Bible School at 10:00 a.m. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Young People meet at 6:30 p.m. Mid week service Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Public is cordially invited. David B. Spencer, Pastor.
Sunday schedule lists nine forty five Sunday school six thirty Baptist Young Peoples Union seven thirty evening worship and mid week service at seven thirty with a weekly teachers meeting. The invitation welcomes attendance at any or all services.
The regular Christian Science service is held in the Public Library building every Sunday at eleven o'clock. A Wednesday evening Testimonial meeting follows at eight. Sunday school meets at ten o'clock each Sunday morning. The public is invited to attend.
The Church of Christ meets in the grandstand at the ballpark every afternoon at 2 30 for Bible study and communion. Children’s classes and adult sessions are offered. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
St Thomas Episcopal invites parishioners to 11 00 A M Sunday services with Holy Communion on the first Sunday each month. Rector D T Johnson extends a cordial welcome to all.
The Sorrento Florida church hosts Sunday School at 10:00 a m and a Christian Endeavor meeting at 7:00 p m for the general public. Reverend Robert Joseph Diven, D D serves as Minister in Charge.
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