Proverbial Wisdom Cites Righteousness and Retribution
A proverb asserts the upright are delivered by righteousness while transgressors fall prey to their own naughtiness, illustrating moral justice and consequence in concise moral terms.
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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1956
Page
4
A proverb asserts the upright are delivered by righteousness while transgressors fall prey to their own naughtiness, illustrating moral justice and consequence in concise moral terms.
A civic tribute salutes Dwight D. Eisenhower as the nation’s choice for President. It urges health and steadfast leadership toward peace, disarmament, and diplomacy, while respecting Stevenson voters and urging unity beyond partisan politics. The piece cautions against nuclear shows of force and supports a lasting solution to Middle East and global tensions.
A newspaper compares 1956 presidential results with earlier postwar years since WWI and the 1952 Ike sweep. The article notes shifts in popularity of leading candidates and how today’s figures contrast with past years, presenting tabulated comparisons.
In a dire critique, the piece argues that pacts and the UN fail to prevent war and urges a UN army under a global law system. It contends that without strong American leadership and robust world order, nations may resume violent conflict, threatening civilization.
Unofficial tabulation shows Amendment 1 with 857 to 184 in two Mount Dora precincts. Amendment No 5 failed narrowly at 586 to 497 while absentee ballots remain to be counted.
Real estate records from Lake County show October sales in Mount Dora totaling 80 600 dollars. Transfers include Mabel Offett widow to Forest Bellinger Helen Perry single to Frank Byers Jesse Smith and Hilda to John Dritemond and Helen and others to spouses.
County Agent Bob Norris announces the annual tour to the Citrus Experiment Station at Lake Alfred for Tuesday November 13. Staff will lead growers to review current research while meeting locations include a 10:00 am start at the Station and an 8:45 am gathering at the Clermont ice cream stand for a motorcade.
A training session and reception for new members will be held Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Methodist church with Rev. James Jones leading the discussion on Getting a Grip on God followed by fellowship. Sunday services feature Rev. Jones and Dr. C. A. Carriel with topics Anxiety and Christian Discipline of the Mind and a hymn sung by Mrs. Adrianne Lowe. Church school runs with the 9:30 service led by Mrs. A. D. Marshall and others. The People's Service meets at 5 p.m. for a talk on the Middle East by Col. Philip Lauben, followed by supper and recreation.
A letter from Adlai Stevenson in Libertyville Illinois to a correspondent opens with a formal greeting and references the world situation. The message mentions a figure titled Lady Dora and conveys a courteous exchange.
East Town reports a successful Kick-Off with total receipts of 1900 dollars 51 cents including 1270 30 from colored contributors and 630 15 from white donors. The note urges January 1957 contributions and shares social happenings at the loving home of Johnnie Torrence in Tangerine with Rev S Jorden visiting from Clearwater. Rev Robert Frazier is remembered with funeral details and sympathy from the community.
The piece contrasts brutalities in Hungary with local Florida cases. It cites Jesse Woods a Black man seized from Wildwood jail and beaten, plus Lake County incidents involving Sheriff Willis McCall. It notes Leola Minns testimony, a white woman assaulted in jail, and a sheriff entrapment incident in Ocala forest. Calls Governor Collins to investigate.
In Mount Dora the East Town neighborhood launches a cross race fund drive to raise 15 000 for a municipal swimming pool. Willie Jones contributes 100 with his wife, many residents give smaller sums totaling 1 270 as organizers urge white donors to match the funding by January 1.
The Wo mans society meets Monday at 2 30 pm at the church with Mrs John L Hronek presiding in place of Mrs H E Brels ford. Mrs R P Ashbaugh demonstrates altar decorations. Holy Communion was observed last Sunday with Rev Louis H Johnston officiating. Community members report summer travels and visits in New Hampshire Ohio Michigan Florida and Canada. United Appeal volunteers report progress and hope to finish on time. Frank Petura reported convalescent progress after surgery. Mrs W J Barker and Mrs Raoul Barker visited with William Le Barnett and Mrs Barker visited relatives in Eustis while Lt Raoul Barker serves at Eglin AFB. Mrs C H Estey hosts Book Club Friday with reader Mrs Bernard Cremin. New Smyrna Beach note adds a cheerful fishing hint.
Gardeners in Florida can enjoy colorful blooms year round because annuals thrive in winter and hot summer months. Frost resistant varieties sowed Sept to Dec bloom Nov to May, while tender types sown Feb to Mar bloom in late spring and summer. Soil preparation and pest control reduce losses with cold smoke sprays and seed-store chemicals. A neighbor shared a tip to dig and wet soil in strips then cover with metal sheets.
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