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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1954
Page
4
Subheading notes Mabel Norris Rese Ke entered second class matter on April 7, 1916 at Mount Dora Florida post office under the act of March 3, 1879. The item is dated Thursday April 29, 1954.
The article notes a Bible School opening at 9 40 am led by Dea ne Bowls and J C Russell guiding a sermon from John. A 4 pm tea for BTU and Sunday School convention funds. Rev S Jordan preached at 9 am. May Day pole work and activities drew attendees. John Davis is ill in Orange General Hospital Orlando.
Mrs Gretchen Elliott will lead horticulture classes at the Community building for Lakes and Hills Garden club members starting next Wednesday May 12 at 9 30 a m. Sessions will continue every other Wednesday through October 1.
Hibiscus Circle meets Friday at Gilbert Park for a picnic where each member will share garden accomplishments from the past year. Hostesses include Mrs. F. F. Finzel Mrs. R. P. Ashbaugh Mrs. H. J. Bales Mrs. Gretchen T. Elliott and Mrs. W. K. Kearsley.
Mount Dora voters favored LeRoy Collins with 395 votes while acting Gov Charley Johns took 382 and Brailey Odham 317. Statewide totals showed Collins 387,343 and Odham behind Johns at 237,206, with Odham supporters urged to back Collins in the runoff.
The Mount Dora Planning Commission last week addressed two pressing issues: funding for improved school facilities via a bond issue and replacing an outdated sewage disposal system with a new plant. The piece argues residents without children or sewer access must still accept shared responsibility for the city’s future to relieve the lake’s contamination and ensure schools advance.
The quote frames labor as its own reward, praising joy found in effort alongside glory and activity. Edwin P Whipple notes that work and achievement share intrinsic value, aligning purpose with perseverance.
A parish list shows services and schedules for multiple churches in Eustis including Baptist at Sixth and Tremain with Rev. David Coffield. Community Church at Seventh Ave and Donnelly St with Rev. Robert R. Reed. Methodist on Fifth Ave led by Rev. H Mauriece Felton. Church of Christ fifth Ave with Roy Burgess. Presbyterian in Masonic Hall led by Rev. Charles A. Carriel. Latter Day Saints at 1117 Fifth Ave with Robert E. Wise. First Church of Christ Scientist at Lemon and Grove. Faith Lutheran MO Synod in Library Basement. St Thomas Episcopal Church on Eustis with Holy Communion and church school timings.
The Florida governor race totals show candidates collecting 597 082 and spending 510 919 by May 1. Expenditures highlight television, ads, literature, posters and travel, with $1000 individual contributions inviting scrutiny of favoritism and influence. The writer recalls past costly campaigns and media tactics.
Quotes emphasize adaptability and broad education shaping a versatile person. Mortimer Smith asserts training the mind and adaptable viewpoint forge readiness for any occupation. Nathaniel Emmons notes avoid despair over a student with a single clear idea.
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