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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1956
Page
4
A proverb contrasts pride bringing shame with the humble finding wisdom, highlighting a timeless moral about character. It frames humility as a path to insight and restraint, warning against boastfulness and self-importance.
The discussion weighs annexation to Mount Dora, noting tax differences of 7.5 mills for Sylvan Shores versus 8.6 quoted, and that annexed areas do not share bonded debt. It compares county taxes, paving costs, sewer expansion costs, utility rates, and potential future fee increases, arguing residents could gain sewer access but face variable future charges.
Congratulations go to Pat Frank for the TV adaptation of his novel Forbidden Area in a Studio 90 debut on CBS. The author’s blend of exciting plotting and analytic touch drew praise as his work was presented to millions, underscoring his steady record of success and his impact on Cold War era storytelling.
Florida residents condemn the dismissal of Dr. Deborah Coggins by county commissioners after she had a luncheon with a Black nurse. Gov. LeRoy Collins denounces the action but adds a footnote blaming the 1954 Supreme Court school segregation decision, seen as an inadequate rationale. T. I. Merchant Jr. of the Madison Enterprise Recorder protests the firing.
The editorial backs Nov 6 ballot Initiative No. 2 for Dade county allowing a locally elected Board of County Commissioners to pass laws not conflicting with state law. It would enable recalls and referenda, empower appointment of county officials, and keep state laws in force to avoid a dictatorship while ensuring checks and balances for Dade’s sprawling governance.
Harold R. Englis, 67, a former ad manager near Cleveland, retired to raise French Poodles. He started a kennel after age 65, now caring for 15 dogs with breeding, registering, inoculating, clipping, training, exhibiting, and selling. He urges choosing retirement jobs that involve living things and close contact with people, plants, or pets.
The editor lists complaints about Dick Nixon from 1946 to 1950 and beyond, accusing him of insincerity and pursuing power. Criticism covers campaign tactics against Voorhis and Douglas, anti communist rhetoric, fundraising use, and McCarthy era loyalties, arguing Nixon was not fit to lead.
After Brooklyn's 10 inning victory, Berrien McCain hears a passerby ask about “our boys.” He confirms Jackie Robinson hit the decisive homer and the man blesses him. The moment reflects Robinson's impact on the crowd and sport.
A car lurched and backed into a canal on a highway as station staff and bystanders rushed to help. The owner escaped by climbing out and, to the crowd’s surprise, found the submerged vehicle filled with water and swimming fish rather than a body.
Bob Wenban, a television writer and Mount Dora visitor, was driving to Miami last week when a hard rainstorm engulfed the highway near West Palm Beach. Skidding on slick pavement, he slowed but was suddenly caught in a sudden cloudburst that nearly drowned his car.
The Bells of Ireland, Molucella laevis, feature large green veined calyxes on tall curved stalks. Used in arrangements, leaves are removed to highlight the bells. Plant seeds in October quarter inch deep with 18 inch spacing, reaching about two feet tall in full sun.
Mount Dora Public Library adds new titles led by The Nun's Story by Kathryn Hulme praised for spiritual depth. Also new selections include When the Wind Blows Leon Phillips The Seven File William McGivern Young Mariner Melville Jean Gould Tolbecken Samuel Shellabarger Wear A Fast Gun John Jakes and more.
Members of Martha and Lydia Circles of the Women’s Society of Christian Service will gather for a 9 30 a m breakfast in Gilbert Park on Thursday October 18.
Multiple area churches share Sunday services and sermons. St Edwards hosts Fr. Mangrum on Faith and resurrection after recounting a 15 year old parish story. Baptist, Community, Presbyterian choirs and youth music featured in morning and evening programs.
Yvonne Huffman Norton, daughter of Mr and Mrs Hersey E Huffman of Lockhart, wed Charles G Norton son of Mrs Harold G Morse and the late J W Norton of Mount Dora. The Aug 11 Nahunta ceremony joined dance teacher Yvonne, a Edgewater high school and Royal School of Dance alumna, and businessman Charles Norton now with Huffman Brothers Orlando. The couple live in Lockhart.
Lake county citrus growers will tour groves in the county next Tuesday October 16. County Agent Bob Norris announces a day of tree crowding management reports fertilizer experiments and a noon lunch atop the Clermont Citrus Tower with a nominal package deal. Sunrise meet at the Lake Jem post office at 9 15 a m.
The Library Board approved a measure to thank the press for promoting the library and its facilities. The letter argues freedom of the press is essential to inform citizens and guard against secretive government, lamenting some media failing to live up to that standard.
Lehmann stresses knowledge as path to action at central Florida district conference on handi children in Tampa. The two day meeting gathers parents teachers civic leaders and officials from many counties to discuss inter county cooperation and practical ways to help handicapped children become productive adults.
A Ruskin quote notes that every weak individual possesses a peculiar gift. When that gift is used wisely it becomes a lasting contribution to humanity. The emphasis is on innate merit and its transformative potential for society.
Church notices list services for Mount Dora Baptist Seventh and Tremain including Bible School at 9 45 a m Morning Worship 11 a m Training Union 7 p m Evening Service 8 p m Choir Rehearsal Wednesday 7 p m Mid Week Service 8 p m Community Church Seventh Ave Donnelly St Forum 9 45 a m Morning Worship 11 a m Methodist Fifth Ave Rev James Jones services 8 30 a m 11 a m 7 30 p m Young People 6 30 p m Church of Christ Fifth Ave George E Darling Bible School 10 a m General Assembly 11 a m Evening Service 7 p m Mid Week Bible Study 7 30 p m
Rev. Charles A. Carrier D D leads Sunday service at 11 a m with Sunday School at 9 49 a m on Sixth Avenue the Presbyterian church timetable.
The notice lists Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 1117 Fifth Ave with services including Sunday School at 10 a.m and Worship at 11 a.m along with a midweek prayer meeting. It also notes St Edwards Episcopal Church at Grandview St and Fifth Ave with Morning Prayer at 9 30 a.m Holy Communion at 8 a.m and Church School at 9 30 a.m led by The Rev John F Mangrum.
Eustis church notices list Church of Christ Scientist at Lemon and Grove with Sunday services at 11 a.m. and Sunday School at 11 a.m. Wednesday service at 8 p.m. Faith Lutheran Missouri Synod meets in the library basement with an 8:30 a.m. service and Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Contact person Phillip Schlessmann.
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