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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1935
Page
8
Editorial notes the last week of school brings baccalaureate and exams as three months of summer begin. It reflects on seniors leaving, and hints at junior reflections about moving on. Next week asks seniors to share how it feels to be out of high school forever.
The Class of 35 hosts a Class Night at the Community Auditorium. Frank Pooser and Cecil Parker present the class history while seniors impersonate peers. Ruth Harvey reads the Will and others perform in a lively program for students and friends.
Brief notice lists Spot Cash at 608 Donnelly Street with pricing items 15e 5¢ and 10¢, indicating a small local sale or shop listing.
Barbara Blanchard Barbara Opcraft and cast members Mary Elizabeth Simpson Cecil Parker Jean Smith Helen Stewart Barbara Hopcraft Ja Fenn Ruth Harvey Christopher Ro Folgis present gifts to the senior class after their decade Sinem and Jean Smith. The seniors will conclude with singing the class songs on their final night of fun.
A commemorative program lists speakers and honorees for a dredth anniversary ceremony. The First Latin Grammar School Frank Pooser The Transition Academy Helen Stewart The First American High School Cecil Parker Roy pher Mary Elizabeth Simpson Ruth Harvey. Dr J W Norman Dean of the College of Education University of Florida delivers the address. Diplomas and American Legion medals awarded. sophomores host a reception for seniors.
The article lists graduating students and their plans for the next year. Cecil Parker weighs between leading a steel firm or a radio company. Frank contemplates college choices between Gainesville and Stetson. Ruth may attend De Pauw University or a Florida college, while Jean considers New York or staying with Ruth. Harriet Wise will study beauty parlor work this summer and help in a sister’s shop. Martha Fenn and Willie Ferris remain undecided, with Martha likely housework and Willie unsure. Roy Christopher aims for the University of Florida but has not chosen a field. Roberta Widmer expects to go to work.
The article notes Mary Elizabeth Simpson aims to start work and take a business course, Helen Stewart may attend college, Barbara Hopcraft hopes for nursing in Washington, Mayo Gossee will return to Georgia, and Ed and Virginia keep their plans private. Friends wish them luck.
Miss Stanley was struck by a lightning streak during last Friday’s assembly, causing fright but she sustained only a sprained ligament and uses a cane for a few days. Miss Virginia Ingram plans to return home to Virginia after school ends. Katherine Killian went on a boat ride and enjoys rowing.
A lively look at class night, speeches, and exams as seniors juggle skits music and cap gown. The author notes disorder and humor in the senior class while hinting at future calm from next year's students.
Lida Rech hosts a party for the sophomores at Santando Springs marking the end of the reporter’s term for the class of 1935. The note reflects gratitude and a light jab at Cupid’s Column discoverers Marjorie Pace and Frederick Sleight, who once led the seventh grade.
Freshmen faced grueling exams and will largely move on to sophomore status. A few did not meet the grade, leaving some students behind.
D E Kirkland roadmaster of the Atlantic Coast Line died suddenly Saturday night at his Leesburg home from acute indigestion. He was well known in Mount Dora for his A C L duties and was described as genial and accommodating. Remains were shipped to Beluis lay a section foreman of this division.
A professor among the world’s great liars notes that more women are involved in specific claims. The remark highlights gender participation as part of a broader discussion on deception.
Instructional fragment describes converting an open boat into a camping cruiser with a portable galley and simple shelter. Notes 1 000 to 3 000 miles in two weeks, fuel under $1 a day, minimal navigational need, plus light family scene of a child’s bedtime story.
A stormy night frames Tommy hiding behind a piano as he fears being found. He hears a spooky sound and wonders when his father will notice he is missing, growing more afraid in the dark room.
A Tuberculosis and Health Association leaflet argues sanatoria reduce spread by isolating patients. It chronicles the Little Red cottage's origin, notes US sanatoria number about 650 serving 87 000, and explains patient care, rest, and controlled living as essential to recovery and protecting others.
The sanatorium serves as a training school where patients become students learning rest, diet, and air to suit safe occupations. They learn to manage their illness, care for meals and clothes, and protect others. The facility size should match community needs and diagnoses, preventing long waits that hinder recovery and risk transmission.
The article argues farm and country life foster fundamental life skills beyond school. It highlights hands on duties from wood gathering to tending poultry, plowing, and threshing as essential education. Experiencing fields, creeks, and wildlife shapes knowledge and the soul, lasting beyond formal teaching.
By final decree dated May 28 1935 the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit of Florida Lake County orders the sale of Lot 9 Block 15 Sylvan Shores Mount Dora to satisfy a foreclosure of tax deed. Special Master I S Peacock will conduct the cash auction July 1 1935 at the Lake County Court House in Tav ares for the amount of 404.95 plus costs. Thomas H Cooley solicitor for the plaintiff.
Florence G. Hanscom executrix of George L. Hanscom deceased will present final account and vouchers to the Lake County Florida County Judge at the Court House in Tavares on June 20, 1935 for approval and final discharge. Dated April 18, 1935 Mount Dora Florida.
Readers are invited to place and test a classified ad to see its impact. The exercise reveals how affordable listings can reach local buyers and spark swift responses.
The legislature passes a bill abolishing all endurance tests except those conducted by the legislative body. The measure shifts testing authority and oversight away from independent agencies to the legislature.
Final decree foreclosure in Lake County Florida case 5284 orders sale of the south half of the northwest quarter of Block 29 Mount Dora Town. Special Master I E Wilkerson will sell June 3 1935 at the Lake County Courthouse front door for cash to the highest bidder. Mortgage claim $5856.45. Mrs. Byrd Dobbs administratrix vs Julia M Quixley Andrew C Quixley Louise B Mitchell. Attorney for Plaintiff.
In Chancery No 4298 E W Thompson and Elvene Jackson executrix of L T Jackson sue Charles J Anderson et al. Special Master Thomas H Cooley will sell at cash public sale June 3 1935 at the front door of Florida town all described lots in Townships 21 22 South Range 25 East totaling a stated $13 743 24 Caveat Cree? provided by C Peacock Ruotone for Plaintiff.
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