M. V. Simpson Seeks Reelect as Lake County Clerk
Mount Dora voters focus on M. V. Simpson in the Democratic primary for clerk of the circuit court. A pioneer resident, he began public service in 1914 as a county commissioner, later serving as chair five times, and he filled the clerk term after 1927. He helped develop Lake County's road network and enjoys strong local support.
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Mount Dora
M. V. Simpson
Simpson
Lake County
Orange County
Board of County Commissioners
Friends
T. C. Smythe
Oregon Gazette-Times Praised as Model Country Paper
The Oregonian extols the Gazette-Times of Corvallis as a near model for country newspapers. It notes Corvallis population, the paper’s heritage, and cites journalism schools stressing community papers. It argues country and metropolitan press balance in aggregate circulation.
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Oregon
Oregonian
Daily Gazette-Times
Corvallis
Gazette-Times
Country
Ostracize Reckless Drivers Says Traffic Expert
An authority on traffic problems calls for ostracism of motorists who endanger others with signals and crosswalk violations. He cites pedestrians as two thirds of fatal accident victims and urges cities to clearly define street use by vehicles and people.
Mount Dora Citrus Growers Lead State Clearing House Effort
Mount Dora residents including citrus growers and business leaders show strong unity by funding the district quota for the clearing house project. The Chamber of Commerce mails Florida chambers of commerce to promote a statewide effort, with favorable responses and hopes for broader cooperation.
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Mount Dora
Clearing House Association
Committee of
Chamber of Commerce
Chambers of Commerce
Florida
Citrus Clearing House
Fire Waste Lesson Highlights Prevention Value
A column argues that U S fire losses exceed 500 million dollars yearly and presents a practical example: using that money to build a 400 mile road, 5000 houses with furnishings, garages and cars, to show how fire waste could fund substantial public and private gains. It urges broad fire prevention as a public and personal duty.
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United States
Veteran cleared of 1898 turkey theft revisited
A Spanish War veteran recently cleared of stealing turkeys from 1898 is linked to a note that two birds were valued at three dollars thirty years ago. The piece contrasts the past value with today where similar theft would be grand larceny.
Blindfolded Cigarette Choice Mirrors Mate Selection
A satirical remark notes that some people err in choosing partners by the same flawed method used by smokers who pick cigarettes with eyes closed. The quip likens careless decisions in romance to carefree, impulsive habits.
Doyle Carlton Recalled as Struggling Young Lawyer
A friend writes that Doyle Carlton, once described as a struggling young lawyer during his gubernatorial bid, is no longer young yet remains in the same hard fought contest, still facing challenges.
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Doyle Carlton
Orlando School Board Bans Married Women Teachers
The Orlando school board announced a rule prohibiting married women from teaching in the city, citing marriage risk as grounds. The decision leaves the district with a limited pool of female teachers and prompts debate over the policy's impact and legality.
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Orlando
City Beautiful
Henry Ford Receives Horse Car for Museum
Henry Ford receives a horse car for his museum and delivers a 12 word speech. The remark is noted as emblematic of his succinct speaking style.
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Henry Ford
Chrysler Dodge merger may reshape future car lineup
The potential Chrysler-Dodge merger could extend beyond corporate ties into the vehicles themselves, signaling a coordinated approach to model design, platforms, and product strategy across the brands.
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Chrysler-Dodge
Congress Closes Session With 923 Laws Yet To Break
The nation credits the 70th Congress for finishing its session while noting 923 remaining laws remain unbroken.
Best dressed Northwestern student trims wardrobe budget
A Northwestern University girl records a yearly clothes budget of 1100 dollars. She lists two fur coats two cloth coats and an evening wrap costing 500 dollars total. The narrator jokes that fur costs eat into the rest leaving about fifty cents for the other two coats and the wrap.
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Northwestern University
En Passant Honors Mr West with Floral Display
The Topic office gains beauty through J. J. West who donated a flowering display and a new flag. The Boy Scouts are commended for careful flag care along Donnelly street during Memorial Day amid rain.
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Donnelly Street
Bridge Approach on Highland Street Repaired
The bridge approach over the railroad on Highland street has been repaired and improved, about three weeks after it was first noted.
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Highland Street
Model Boat Draws Attention in Rehbaum and Crane Window
A miniature craft named Baby Dora designed and built by H. J. Wise on display in the Rehbaum and Crane shop window attracts admirers of sea and land. The exact reproduction of a fast double cockpit runabout showcases graceful lines and workmanship, though no price is listed.
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Rehbaum and Crane
Dora
H. J. Wise
Memorial holidays bring busy bankers and a pup caddie
The column notes three holidays in a week and jokes about a dog Tim trained to be Fred Mac Dowell’s caddie. It mentions a Democratic primary ballot on June 5, the Mount Dora winter visitor outlook, and tax assessor candidate C. B. Treadway recovering from surgery after a hospital stay.
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Jeff Davis
Bunker Hill
Fred MacDowell
Tim
Fred
C. B. Treadway
Orange General Hospital
Orlando
Martin
Mount Dora
J .L. Millard
Apology From Associate Editor Over Crude Section
The Associate Editor apologizes for any crudities in her section this week. She notes the sun shone on the sea with full glare and admits she may have overreached in tone.
Mount Dora Garbage Rules Call for Civic Co Operation
A Town Board of Health appeal urges Mount Dora residents to follow new garbage collection rules. Two metal cans per home with covers are required, one for tin cans and trash, the other for food waste. Landlords must supply cans. inspections by the State Board of Health may enforce compliance.
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Mount Dora
Board of Health
State Board of Health
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