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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1944
Page
1
William F. Jacobs, assistant state forester, tells Mount Dora Kiwanis Club and High School that postwar sawdust yields new construction material and chemical stores. He notes sugar is the plant food, explains breakdown to sugar, cites German use of sawdust for dairy fodder and synthetic rubber program, and that grain alcohol can be made from sawdust for 17 cents a gallon versus 55 cents.
Dr J E Guy anosteopathic physician and surgeon relocates to Mount Dora to practice medicine and nutrition with plans to open a Fifth Avenue office near the Chamber of Commerce. He is a WWI veteran born in New York and trained at Kirksville College of Osteopathy and George Washington University.
All members were present with Mayor Simpson Clerk Griswold and Attorney Kennedy. State Road Department data request on cost to improve and surface highways. Morse to help compile. Street Dept reports trash cleanup progress after new garbage rule. Quixley to head committee on a fishing dock in Elizabeth Evans Park. Two meters rule tested for multi user properties. separate meters or owner liability. Gasoline pumping equipment for town cars postponed pending review. Board of valuation report accepted and assessment roll completed. Committee to investigate installation matters named.
Adrienne G. Sadler writes a memorial tribute recalling General MacArthur's words after Corregidor fell and honors local service members Edward Sadler and Charlie Norris. She notes Mount Dora’s civic support for troops, the looming invasion threat, and the Home they fight to defend. She emphasizes home as the central motive and pledges to keep the fallen in heart and memory.
The Service Men’s Club at Mount Dora is praised for making visiting soldiers feel at home. Volunteers and hostesses called Mom and Pop, along with Eardley Wilmot, Jim Nelson, Doctor Fenn, and Al Maben, are highlighted for their tireless efforts. A future transport link from other camps may expand visits as locals express gratitude for the cookies and games.
The United Thank Offering of the women of St Thomas Church Eus tis will be presented during the 11 oclock service on Sunday May 7. Contributions should be placed in an unsigned envelope and placed in the alms basin if attendance is possible. If unable to attend a case sen Lao offer.
Confusion surrounds periodic Passenger Tire inspections. Motorists must hold the original tire inspection record and present it to local Boards with gasoline or tire applications. Serial numbers must match the tire application and be certified by the local OPA tire inspector. If mismatched, part D of the tire certificate showing the tires’ serial numbers may be required.
Mr and Mrs David Sellers and Mr and Mrs John Wilder with Mrs Robert Fenton visited Tampa last Sunday week to see relatives. Sellers and the Wilders returned that night while Mrs Sellers and Mrs Fenton stayed for Grand Temple Pythian Sisters of Florida meetings at Hillsboro Hotel Tuesday to Thursday. Mrs Fenton was hosted by Mrs William Swartz and enjoyed time with the family when not in sessions.
Professors Charles R. Tucker of Middleboro Massachusetts and Chester M. Whitney of Pelham New York will leave Mount Dora Saturday after a three month stay. They plan to return next season and have produced hundreds of Kodacolor pictures of Mount Dora and surrounding areas. Whitney recently visited St Augustine and captured views of the Capitol Governor's mansion and colonial homes.
Robert Hall returns home from Orange General Hospital in Orlando after six weeks. He is still in a cast and cannot walk yet but improves steadily and hopes to be around soon. He thanks friends for cards letters and gifts that brighten his stay and plans to see friends near the fire station.
Howell Odell Redd reports from England that he remains in the Navy and is seeing interesting places. Sgt. T. M. Green is in a New Guinea hospital with left arm muscle trouble but hopes to be out soon. Toby was hurt in December but has not told family how. Brugs Kennedy finished boat training at Marine Base San Diego and is now private first class and sharpshooter medalist remaining at San Diego as instructor. Archie Tucker sent home a German gas mask from Italy and a helmet. he is with a postal unit awaiting the helmet arrival.
Lt Robert N White Jr has reconsigned the item on page 1 of the officer’s listing. The brief notes the reallocation and confirms the updated assignment details.
A May Day program in the school gym crowned King Junior Hutcheson and Queen Mary Martha Simpson. The event featured a throne scene, Maypole winding, dances, a flag drill, and songs as students and Scouts performed under teachers and Mrs. Esther Maglathlin at the piano.
The Mount Dora P T A urges parents of children entering school September 11 1944 from Sorrento Lake Jem Tangerine and Mount Dora to bring them for a physical examination and clinic by the Lake County Health Unit led by Dr Dalton and nurses at 1 PM Friday May 12. Follow up work can continue during the summer to ensure good physical condition for schooling.
The Methodist Youth Fellowship plans a picnic and supper at Gilbert Park followed by a boat ride on Saturday evening at a specified start time. The event invites members to join the group for fellowship activities.
The article recounts an ex serviceman enrolling in the Red Cross Home Service Program. A Home Service Worker guides him to the Veterans Administration Vocational Rehabilitation and explains how service connected disability may qualify him for training and job placement with VA support, restoring hope.
The Coffee Club held its annual meeting and election of officers last Friday evening. A boat ride on the Dora Canal to Palm Garden aboard the City of Dora, led by Capt. Harry Wise, was organized by the brewing committee with Rollie Morse in charge. A chicken and fish supper followed, prepared by the brewing committee chaired by Carl S. Graves. The meeting voted to donate $75 to Cross, $60 to the King’s Daughters, and sponsor three Girl Scouts for a July summer camp. Judge John Schoonmaker spoke, and Grand Percolator Kennedy and Keeper of the Grounds Story were recognized for their roles. Officers elected included Rollie Morse as Grand Percolator, Doc Colley as Vice Grand Percolator, Chief Story as Keeper of the Grounds, and Ray Porter as Conservator of the Beans.
The column reports several members leaving the club including Mr. C. E. Driver from Ohio and President and Mrs. Judd heading to Connecticut. It lists others sailing for various states and mentions misprints earlier for Mrs. Caroline Towers. A mischief at the cue house is noted and a pot luck supper with twenty two participants is recorded.
Acting Pastor O W Foye will close his duties at the Baptist Church this Sunday May 7 with a morning sermon The Living Christ and an 8 PM evening service The Joy of a Thankful Heart will feature musical numbers and specified preludes offertories and duets reflecting a devotional program with Mrs Van Voorhis Enners and others.
Unofficial Lake County results released midday Wednesday list county race tallies with winners like C. W. Cooper for Sheriff and J. C. Cowart for County Commissioner District 2. State races show incomplete totals due to absentee and soldiers' ballots yet to be counted.
Kep on sending in scrap paper and tin cans. Another load of paper has been delivered to the truck and a load is hoped each week. With Chairman Whiting incapacitated the surplus has been disposed of, so the drive continues and more scrap is needed.
Mr J Fred Curras of Patchogue New York buys the Roberts property on Sanford Road. The deal was handled by broker J G LaDue.
A Red Cross appeal asks every woman to contribute dressings for upcoming war needs. The note emphasizes many wounded and limited factory output, urging participation as rooms stay open Thursday and Friday. R. W. Dickson signs the plea.
The State Road Department tolls Gandy Bridge on April 27 spanning Tampa Bay between Tampa and St. Petersburg. The United States Government seized the bridge under a court order. Purchase price was listed at 1,218,000 dollars. The Davis Causeway across Tampa Bay to Clearwater is also a free bridge.
Mrs Claire F Sprague died early Wednesday at home on Simpson Street after a lingering illness. Funeral arrangements had not been announced.
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