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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1936
Page
4
A patchwork of opinions and anecdotes covers cooperation versus self, education, and public life in Florida. It touches on philosophy of adversity, curricular enrollment, governor inaugurations, and editorial responses to storms, with references to politicians, educators, and 1937 events.
The Florida speech warns against another speculative boom and endorses conservative, real demand driven growth. It cites strengthened population and real estate activity as signs of health, urging steady progress over hysteria.
Experts warn against after hours school tasks arguing children need leisure for play to stay alert in class. They compare homework to business overload and say it hinders the next day’s performance. Teachers say parental unfamiliarity with books and methods causes confusion and undermines classroom principles.
Russell Kay notes in Cleveland that water hyacinth was a nuisance while Northern readers prized its beauty. The piece contrasts era hardships like no public libraries, cocked hats, penny pinching footwear, and post and pillory in use with regional quirks and daily diets of meat and corn.
A driver fled the scene after striking a 60 year old man near Starke, causing his death. Police investigated and sought witnesses to identify the vehicle and driver involved.
The writer recalls a raucous but disciplined Legion parade with 100,000 marchers and 900 bands, praising the American Legion as a unifying democratic force. He thanks the organization for defense readiness and peace, then notes Aunt Minnie’s family visit and Dixie’s holiday prep as reported by the Cross City Advocate.
Farmers in the Carolinas Georgia and Florida paid down loan installments in August showing strong repayment. North Carolina fell due 13798 78 but paid 13798 78 South Carolina 13027 64 due and 96155 08 paid Georgia 50637 89 due and 373477 01 paid Florida 27277 24 due and 80349 18 paid The four states owed 104691 55 and collected 687488 25.
The First Methodist Episcopal Church announces Heber Dwight Ketcham D D and Jeannette Pike organist presiding at services. A Sunday School Rally is scheduled for 11 a m with an invitational program. Everyone is cordially invited to attend.
Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. and evening service at 6 p.m. by Pastor J. S. Wilson with special music. Baptist Young People sermon at 6 p.m. midweek service Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Cordially invited to attend all services.
Democratic nominees for governor and U S Senate along with a congressman will tour Lake County this week addressing meetings. Fred W Cone in Lake County Thursday and Leesburg Friday share events with Joseph E Hendricks and Claude Pepper. Pepper attends Kiwanis luncheon Friday noon with six Lake County Kiwanis clubs.
The Congregational church presents a talk titled Why Travel in Circles by Pastor Andrew Melrose Brodie and music by Choir Director Barton Mumaw with Organist Florence Gilbert Hanscom. A cordial invitation is extended to all.
The notice lists religious services in Eustis and Clermont. St Thomas Episcopal in Eustis offers Sunday School at 9:45 am, Morning Prayer and Sermon at 11:00 am, Holy Communion first Sunday, Bible study each Lord's Day, and Thursday prayer meetings. St Marys of the Lakes Catholic Church, Grove Street and Badger Avenue, with Patrick Doyle as pastor, holds 8:00 am Mass in Clermont and 10:00 am Mass in Eustis, First Friday Mass at 7:30 am.
A seven year old girl was struck and killed by a truck in Ft Myers. The jury ruled the death an unavoidable accident with no criminal negligence found.
Two men died after a train collision at Lake City when attempting to jump clear on impact, with investigators stating the incident involved a moving freight line and unsafe crossing conditions. Emergency crews attended the scene and the investigation continues.
The Church of God holds regular Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7 30 p.m. Sunday School starts at 10 a.m. A prayer meeting is held Thursday at 7 30 p.m. Come worship with us.
Community leaders embrace a pledge derived from a slogan to reduce risks in schools and public spaces. Authorities urge ongoing safety steps and neighborhood involvement to protect every student.
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