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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1931
Page
4
A St Albans mouse show drew a predominantly female audience. The report notes Henry Ford entering rubber production against lifelong friend Thomas Edison, purchasing vast Michigan lands to cultivate Guayule plants for rubber.
The present time offers better prospects for constructing homes than in years past. Material costs are lower, making building affordable and advantageous for prospective homeowners.
If everyone were like J. C. Turner of the Atlanta water department the demand for grapefruit would outstrip supply. Though tied to the water department he has not drunk water in ten years, instead obtaining liquids by daily grapefruit juice.
General Charles P. Summer was the principal speaker at Mecklenburg Independence Day anniversary events on May 20. Historians note the declaration’s date as May 20, 1775, shaping Charlotte and Mecklenburg County’s Fourth of July style celebrations with parades, flags, and speeches.
June 2 1931 marks the final gathering of Confederate veterans in Montgomery Alabama known as the Cradle of the Confederacy. A tented city will host a five day program with entertainments and a grand march through historic sites featuring prominent artists and hourly aerials by the US Army and others.
The Mount Dora Legion plans a lasting monument to local World War dead and seeks community contributions. Pledges of five dollars or more will be inscribed on an Honor Roll. Donations should be sent to Adjutant Harold Overhiser or left with George White at the First National Bank before Independence Day.
A state revenue idea argues for taxing highway billboards to fund government needs and beautification. It suggests taxing each sign a dollar annually, noting benefits for scenery and potential boosts to advertising products without harming legitimate business.
The 87th anniversary of Samuel Morse sending the first telegraphic message on May 24 1844 between Washington and Baltimore is marked. The achievement is described as a milestone in science with electricity and natural forces dramatically transformed since that time.
A newspaper note cites rising investments in farm lands in Florida Georgia and the Carolinas. One firm sold land totaling 1.7 million dollars last year and projects over 2.5 million this year. Low prices attract buyers, but the main push is the wish to escape city unemployment and seek independent, contented livelihoods.
President Hoover plans economy measures in the looming fiscal year deficit. All administrative budgets will be reviewed while employment programs stay intact. War Department retrenchment leads to broader audits of Treasury, Post Office, and Agriculture to find savings and reduce operating costs across government.
The article notes leading cigarette brands are now 13 cents per pack or two packs for 25 cents in New York. It expresses doubt the tax plan of six cents per package will drive residents to leave the state and ends with a light remark about still being able to roll their own.
The Saturday Evening Post urges calm but firm action against communist influence in the United States. It rejects hysteria and violent repression, stressing that effort is needed to keep the nation sound, aligning with Dr. Wean’s Kiwanis talk last Thursday.
Geological experts report the Rock of Gibraltar is shrinking and crumbling due to the effects of gunfire during peaceful practice. The fortress may need partial razing to secure solid foundations, costing millions, illustrating earth’s mutability. Some note Einstein predicts this won’t occur for about two hundred million years.
Mount Dora Kiwanis Club records a formal resolution mourning the death of David S Simpson. The resolution expresses sorrow for the loss, offers sympathy to his family, and requests publication in the Mount Dora Topic and archival filing. Committee members GEO. J. White, THOMAS H. COOLEY, and Wm. J. JOHNSON signed the resolution.
Mount Dora Lodge No. 238 F. and A. M. records a loss of Brother David S. Simpson. The lodge expresses sorrow and sympathy to his family and directs copies of the resolution be placed in the minutes, published in the Mount Dora Topic, and sent to the family.
The pastor James H. Elder announces Sunday school at 10 00 a m morning sermon at 11 00 a m and evening service at 7 30 p m The Epworth League meets at 6 30 p m Mid week service Wednesday at 7 30 p m All are invited to attend these services
The Congregational community church lists Bible school at 10:00 a m preaching at 11:00 a m and a young people service at 7:00 p m led by Pastor David B Spencer.
Matthew J. Bouterse pastors the church with Sunday school at 9 45 a m and morning worship at 11 00 a m Sermon by the pastor B Y P U meets at 645 p m Evangelistic song and preaching at 730 p m Good music and singing All are welcome
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a m and Sunday school at 9 45 a m Testimonial meeting Wednesday at 8 p m Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 2 4 in the church edifice All are welcome
Friends and relatives in Sorrento Orlando Eustis Mount Dora and nearby areas share health updates travels and visits. Mrs Earl Maartin improves after surgery and leaves Orange General Hospital. Local residents attend baptist sermons and host guests at several homes and family gatherings.
Letters arrive praising Mount Dora and the Topic. Mrs Arthur E Starrett renews, noting dependence on Mount Dora happenings and winters there. Miss Rae Brown from Ludlow Vermont commends prompt delivery. Mr A H Oakley says he spends twelve months in Mount Dora and cannot do without the Topic.
Public notice to creditors legatees and all claimants against the Halftan A Eckholdt estate. Claims must be filed within twelve months of first publication with Lake County Florida Judge E M Tally in Tavares. Claims filed must be sworn to. J W Hunter attorney Tavares Florida.
All sons having claims or demands against the estate of Margaret B Hurlburt deceased are notified to present them to County Judge E M Tally or successor in Lake County Florida in Tavares within twelve months from April 9 1931 or be forever barred Arch ie E Hurlburt administrator Mount Dora Florida P O Address Mount Dora Florida
Ida and J. W. As executors under the last will and testament of J. P. ceased. The notice seeks approval of the final settlement and closing of the estate.
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