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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1951
Page
4
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The Tampa Tribune editorial questions Robert Taft’s statesmanship amid Cold War tensions. It argues Taft prioritizes the coming election over the generation, contrasts him with Vandenberg and Margaret Smith, and warns that supporting Chiang Kai-shek could invite Soviet war. It cites Formosa reports on Chiang troops.
The Harper's article The British Disagree With Us by Ernest Borneman portrays British reluctance to become involved in the Far East. It cites pulpit and public debate across England, arguing Britain seeks to amend past oppression of China and resists Western plans in Asia.
The piece contrasts British and American views on China. It notes Liberal foreign affairs figures likening China’s revolution to the American independence struggle. It cites churchmen defending Mao era policy and religious freedom claims, while recalling Allied wartime promises and the 38th parallel incident shaping trust in the UN.
The Florida Mental Health Society highlights 1940 to 1950 increases at Florida State Hospital, showing 6 743 patients with 6 743 beds, far short of the 11 780 beds needed. It notes patients jailed awaiting admittance and minimal staff, urging building funds despite other state budget pressures linked to civilian defense.
A Lake County journal captures a string of springtime days at Lake Dora. Observers describe shellcracker fishing, breezy afternoons, sunset skies, and mild billiard of clouds from Thursday through Monday while noting temperatures near 73 and a peak near 88. Names such as Lila Mabry appear among local scene descriptions.
Dr. Robert R. Reed of Community church urged in a Sunday sermon that national character is core to strength. He argued it is not about who is right but what is right and urged less mudslinging, more honest patriotism, and unity beyond party and race. He said Congress cannot vote national character and stressed personal virtue and spiritual rearmament.
The 4-H Girl’s Achievement Day in Tavares begins at 10 a.m. at the Home Demonstration building on the courthouse square. It features team demonstrations and an afternoon dress revue, with awards and 4-H Short Course scholarships to Florida State University in June.
Mrs. Melissa Cornish presided at a Fountain Inn luncheon in Eustis honoring the 84th anniversary of Pi Beta Phi founding. Attendees included Mrs. William Haywood Jr, Mrs. Helen Roof of Tavares, and several Lake County alumnae, with guests from Mount Dora and Eustis.
Mount Dora Brownie Scouts join Lake County peers for a Leesburg play day featuring swimming games and skits as the program activities.
Mount Dora's Business and Professional Women's club elected officers last week and voted not to sponsor the Golden Deeds Award this year. Retiring President Marianna Clark noted only four of 14 clubs replied with nominations, delaying the project to see if clubs cooperate next year. Last year Sam Swiger of the Lions won the cup for Blood Bank work. Officers elected: Jean Patterson president. Helen Kurras first VP. Sally McCain second VP. Hattie Elliot recording secretary. Betty Carter corresponding secretary. Doris Camp treasurer.
Mount Dora area women earned eight places in the Home County Demonstration clubs dress revue held in Tavares last week. Adah Williamson won first in house dresses, J G Raulerson tied for first in street dress with Morris Campbell, Raulerson also second in active sportswear and best dresses. Others placing include J W Moore second in house dresses and accessories first, Bert Pim and Gertrude Roose tied for third in street dress, Claude Partridge third in best dresses, Frank Cooper third in suits, Lillie Morgan second in accessories, with judges led by Gladys Kendall of the State Home Demonstration office. The event was directed by Lucie K. Miller with county agents present.
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