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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1937
Page
4
The fragment lists birth dates for Warren and Albert Royal in Cassia and Roland James in Yalaha, plus J Chester Lee in Leesburg. It interleaves satirical lines about politics, social norms, and trains, noting playful observations on summer in winter Florida and public life.
In its eagerness to secure news the college magazine says it would be very glad to hear of any alumnus death.
A seventy year old woman makes her first ever telephone call possibly on a party line. The piece notes a German savant pursuing a cure for laziness and voices a light mock accusation that the United States has more liars than other nations, tying it humorously to fishing license purchases.
Lake County dispatch notes waves of publicity breaking along the coast as Karl Lehmann, commerce secretary extraordinary, amplifies attention per the Times-Union.
A light editorial note warns that a once familiar man who now greets you warmly is likely a public office candidate. The piece suggests skepticism about sudden courtesy tied to political ambition and urges readers to read signals carefully.
Florida leads the country in consumer spending according to the Dun & Bradstreet trade barometer issued November 1. The report marks the state as high for the country in consumer spending and reflects the improving purchasing power of residents.
The Red Cross answers disaster calls and relieves suffering nationwide. Florida has benefited from its aid in past decades and is urged to donate to the annual roll call launched on Armistice Day and ending on Thanksgiving Day.
The article argues Congress will approve a Florida Cross-State Canal bill in January. Brigadier General Sumter L. Lowry Jr. predicts the canal will greatly boost the south, save costs for cotton goods, lumber and fruit, and enhance coastal defenses while attracting industry. He cites a $150 million price and a ten year payoff, with Roosevelt support and a favorable Senate majority.
An article cites a National Foot Health Council director claiming a housewife walks about seven miles daily with shopping hikes reaching eight miles. It also reports the National Industrial Conference Board showing September payrolls up 1,349,000 from 1936 and total employment at 47,075,000, a 4,853,000 rise since 1929, signaling prosperity.
Prevent infection by using disease free seed and seedlings and planting in disease free soil. Some resistant varieties show less disease than common susceptible varieties.
A column blends local events and major sports results. The Hallowe’en carnival by Prof Ezzard draws praise for effort and proceeds, while football headlines include Florida over Georgia, Army over Harvard by one, Washington State over California, and Notre Dame upsetting Pittsburgh.
Rev. and Mrs. F. W. Overhiser return from a five month homeland journey spent mainly in Eatontown New Jersey birthplace of Mrs. Overhiser. They celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary with a family reunion and traveled via the Pennsylvania Railroad enjoying speed and comfort. They visited North churches served by Mr. Overhiser and joined friends on a Philadelphia to Silver Springs New York trip for the King family annual gathering of 75. Mr Edwin Christie, Mrs. Overhiser’s brother, plans to winter in Mount Dora and has settled in well there.
Mrs J G Ray Jr starts the Bo Peep Kindergarten for its second year with seven children enrolled. Sessions held at her residence on Alexander Street and Sixth Avenue include Martha Simpson Emily Pe Betty Schwartz Bettye Ann Ray David aa Larry Solvick and Mel Rams-
The article notes a bright Florida comeback with rising travel demand and investments. Florida travel agencies report a 25 percent business increase as Europeans and Americans flock south, while hotels, apartment owners, and transportation systems brace for heavy winter demand. It highlights the Homestead Exemption effect on taxation and potential property value growth attracting out of state buyers.
The Frock and Frill Shop opens for the season on November first after a thorough renovation spanning its longtime site. Ivory and brown decor, updated fittings, and new rope accents uplift the showroom and fitting rooms. Mrs Taft assists Mr and Mrs Etchells in the display.
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce board of directors will meet at 3 p.m. Friday November 12 in the courthouse office. President Col. C. E. Lester calls for full attendance and promises a well planned session lasting about one hour with a 4 p.m. open discussion on countywide matters. An unrelated note mentions a card game claim by a supposed ancient bridge-like game.
A verse from Marjorie Nuttall of Miami Florida celebrates Mount Dora as a serene retreat away from deceit and crowds. It evokes tranquil lakes, birds singing, and simple untamed nature offering happiness and remembered moments.
Girl Scouts attended a Vesper Service at Park on Monday October 31 and plan to march in the Armistice Day parade in Tavares on November 11. The Live Wire Patrol reported nine members present, with Florence Lee Libby Drawdy Maxine Cleary Helen Wells June Fenn Bess Davis Martha Williamson Joyce Thompson and Alma Boyd.
Corner Tenth and Tremain Baptist Church under Rev Neslie V Underwood invites all strangers and unaffiliated to join. Sunday school at 9 45, worship at 11 00, service at 8 00 p m, B Y P U at 6 30, mid week prayer Wednesday at 7 30.
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