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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1939
Page
4
A series of witty, pointed lines challenge trade, finance, marriage, self perception, and patriotism. The quips critique export versus import, collateral trouble, female beauty as asset, life sentences for matrimony, self-identity, Washington’s limits, and rail safety slogans. The voice weaves social satire through varied targets and timeless ideas.
A wry quip notes that a philosopher who doubts new crimes in a thousand years likely missed the invention of the saxophone. The line playfully contrasts abstract ethics with a modern musical invention.
The writer argues the United States possesses over two million laws and laments enforcement gaps. The piece critiques locomotive engineers for resisting change and jokes about replacing cow catchers with automobile units as a symbol of reform.
The speaker notes a global equilibrium between conflict and industry, claiming Europe hosts the most wars while the speaker’s region leads in automobile production. The remark contrasts warfare with manufacturing scale without providing specific events or dates.
A mechanical man on display at the New York World’s Fair claims to do everything but think. It is described as a near perfect imitation of certain human beings, drawing attention for its lifelike performance.
The judge notes a pedestrian is not legally required to leap aside for an automobile. The editor suggests prudence may favor yielding rights in this situation.
Waycross Journal-Herald expert Elkins notes two ideal fishing times for a man: during prosperous business when he can afford it and during downturns when he needs relaxation. The quote emphasizes leisure as a cost-effective, stress-relieving activity.
Lake County's diversification enables year round shipment of farm goods. Citrus fruit remains to be shipped while 3,500 acres grow watermelons for northern markets. Sea Island cotton plantings rise over 100 percent and bright tobacco expands, with vegetables marketed continually, marking the county as a top agricultural region.
The nation marks Flag Week June 11 through 17 to honor the flag and its ideals. Congress designated June 14 as Flag Day, and the 172nd birthday of the flag prompts extended observances by the American Flag Day Association and celebrations across states and by civic groups nationwide.
Florida's fame as a winter playground expands to year round charm. The Times-Union notes Florida deserves as much publicity for summers as winters and urges expansion of coastal and inland resort capacity to attract visitors with affordable, high quality beach options.
The Rome Ga Tribune reports Dr George Harprothian, a sericulture doctor from Istanbul, runs a Florida farm with 3 5 million white mulberry trees. He says silkworms thrive where mulberry trees exist and the south has advantage for silk production. He has shipped newly spun silk cocoons to New York for exhibition.
The piece notes long bans on circus parades in major cities have softened this year to delight children. It hails the parade as a stirring American tradition and quotes the Cincinnati Enquirer praising its universal appeal over films or fairs.
Cautionary notice from the Association of Casualty and Surety Executives urges homeowners to safeguard empty houses. Lock all entry points, inform neighbors to watch, remove valuables, and suspend deliveries to avoid signaling vacancy.
The University of Georgia reports firms visiting campuses earlier, signaling better June employment prospects for graduates. A U S Bureau survey of 46 000 alumni from 31 universities finds new graduates securing top pay in industry forestry and telephone work, with medicine law architecture and insurance also promising options.
Thomas Connally, longtime American League umpire and supervisor, writes in the Boston Evening Transcript praising Ty Cobb. He calls Cobb the greatest ever, noting his intelligence, courage, base running, batting and fielding, plus his ability to ignite crowd emotions and provoke both adulation and hostility.
The United States Commerce Department reports Florida's industries produce products valued over 217 million dollars annually and employ more than 50 thousand workers, up 62 million from the prior year. The state shifts from agriculture to industry, aided by mild climate and abundant natural resources, signaling future prosperity and a premier recreation destination.
Arthur G. Ivey highlights Florida as the land of abundant opportunities with diverse industries from canning rattlesnake steaks to marketing wild blueberries. The piece urges continued publicity to show that honest effort can yield a comfortable living and a contented life in Florida.
H A Stallings of Waycross Georgia Journal-Herald cites South Georgia growth in live stock and tobacco industries plus paper mills and reforestation. He argues Florida imitates this progress as local reliance shifts from imports to home produced commodities, forecasting South Georgia becoming one of the nation’s wealthier regions.
A Pinellas County record shows its elementary students have healthier teeth than any other U S elementary group. Dr W H Pickett cites a 15 year dental health program by county health officials and schools as the cause and urges statewide emulation.
Ten crates of Manatee county’s finest tree ripened grapefruit were shipped in refrigerated cars to Ottawa on the order of the Canadian government to supply the breakfast needs of the King and Queen.
The Civilian Conservation Corps marks its sixth anniversary, highlighting achievements as proof of the humanitarian impact of New Deal policies on the nation.
Reliable men to take up Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. Prefer men now employed and mechanically inclined with fair education and willing to train to become experts in installation service planning and estimating. Give age present occupation Utilities Inst Box A care this paper 21-1tp
The column urges local support for the baseball team in Helm Park and on the road, praising business backing and calling for community turnout. It muses on fishing tips from local figures, hints at aviation progress, and ends with a playful, rambling farewell and a string of quirky anecdotes.
The Times Union reported Arthur Dunn promoting tung oil in Florida with three counties Madison Jefferson Suwannee as suitable. The Ocala Banner objected to the three county claim and cited Lake County as best suited for tung trees with major plantings cited by leading interests.
Public libraries across the United States are celebrated as cherished repositories of knowledge and community pride. The article highlights the nation's vast library collections as enduring possessions reflecting learning and historical thought.
A community Christian Science notice invites the public to Sunday School at 9 45 a m and Sunday service at 11 a m with sermons on Ancient and Modern Necromancy alias Mesmerism and Hypnotism Denounced. Wednesday 8 p m testimonials and remarks on Christian Science. Reading room and tea room at 117 Eustis street open daily except Sundays and holidays.
The rural education expansion gains momentum as the United States showcases its lead in learning with the Congressional Library’s new 8 million dollar annex. The addition doubles shelf space to ten million books, underscoring Americans pride in a world class knowledge center and the nation’s role in intellectual progress.
The Association of American Railroads president says railroads nationwide achieved the best general safety record in fifty years in 1938, a standard motorists should strive to match.
Members of the Lodge at Gilead Peru Indiana dispatched a member to remove several bee swarms found in the building walls. The action aimed to relocate the bees to more hospitable quarters.
State Road No 39 traffic will detour over a 1000 foot one way bridge at Holmes Creek Washington County. The bridge is described as in fair condition and will guide vehicles around the affected area.
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