Chemicals Halt Termites in Florida Forest Study
In Austin Cary Memorial Forest at the University of Florida, 50 treatments were tested on 500 wood samples over two years. About 101 treated pieces showed no termite infestation while others varied, with 40 untreated controls badly infested. Further trials will run two to three more years under cooperation with a commercial chemical firm.
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Austin Cary Memorial Forest
University of Florida
Colof Agriculture
H. S.ewins
School of Forestry
New Leesburg Chamber of Commerce Secretary Named
Mrs Wilma March began her duties as secretary of the Leesburg Chamber of Commerce succeeding Russell Daniels who resigned for school duties. She comes from Zephyrhills where she served as secretary of the chamber and the Tourist Club and has worked on Florida Exhibit staff at the World’s Fair.
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Wilma March
Leesburg Chamber of Commerce
Russell Daniels
March
Florida Chamber of Commerce
Leesburg
Zephyrhills
Chamber of Commerce
New York
Florida
Florida Commercial Secretaries Association
Lake County
Karl Lehmann
Night photography basics for outdoor scenes by John van Guilder
John van Guilder outlines practical time exposures for night scenes using time or bulb settings. He covers street scenes, floodlit buildings, electric signs, moonlit landscapes, and city views with suggested shutter times and notes on snow, lens openings, and avoiding moving subjects.
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John van Guilder
Capitol Census Shows Revenue Rise Across Departments
Annual tax reports from state officials bureaus and commissions indicate higher receipts in most revenue producing departments except ad valorem taxation. Brookings Institute experts have begun a tax revenue survey in Tallahassee and its final report could influence the tax revision proposed for the 1941 legislature.
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Brookings Institute
Tallahassee
Draft Figures Show 700 State Employees Subject to Draft
The figures indicate over 700 state workers face the draft with adjustments excluding inspection divisions health service teachers and state institution staff. Some have already been called as reserve officers while others hold high National Guard ranks near November 25 for a year.
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National Guard
Wil Oet
Prison Chief Links Crime and Social Disease
Superintendent L F Chapman of the Raiford prison farm says crime and disease are closely related. He cites nationwide statistics showing 61 percent of Raiford convicts are syphilitics, a rate near the national average. Meanwhile Chattahoochee hospital reports a drop from 24 to 10 percent in nonagreed syphilis cases over the last decade.
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L. F. Chapman
Raiford
Chapman
Chattahoochee State Hospital
Job Swap In Beey Between County And City Clerks
When Jackson County Clerk H A Bowles takes office as Marianna city clerk in January he and his successor will swap jobs Bowles was defeated for re election in the Beey by Marianna City Clerkrant.
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Jackson County
H. A. Bowles
Bowles
Jon
Marianna
Willkie Rallyes Faced Heckling in Florida Towns
The report notes Willkie Democratic speakers at Palatka and High Springs were met with hostility. A prominent Willkie supporter left early to avoid a cold reception. Meanwhile Roosevelt Democrats returning north concede Willkie has gained ground in several northern states.
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Palatka
High Springs
Willkie
Florida taxpayers and schools face statewide fiscal data
Question Box lists 1938 figures on porn receipts tax payments by chain and independent stores, Florida railroad revenue, and arrears in general revenue funding. It notes Marianna Industrial School for Boys among top correctional institutions, with superintendent Millard Davidson and crowding issues. It advertises public access to impersonal state statistics via Capital Services in Tallahassee.
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S. A
Miami
Palatka
Florida
J.D. C
Clewiston
Millard Davidson
West
Palm. Beach
General Revenue Fund
Capital Services
Tallahassee
Supreme Court
Lake County Promotes Bass Fishing in National Sports Ads
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce plans a December through February ad buy in Field and Stream, Sports Afield, and Outdoor Life to attract winter visitors. The campaign promises personal letters and literature, with imagery of a black bass and claims of world record smallmouths and strong hunting, lodging, and fishing facilities across Lake County including Tavares.
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United States
Lake County
Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Field
Ae Sports
Ree
Lake Couna
Iheanghout
Better Seeds and Plant Carefor Winter Bloom
The article urges using high quality seeds for robust bloom in late winter and spring. It warns against cheap seeds producing weak plants and off color flowers. It advises securing good seeds or plants and careful seedling handling for success. It notes clover pasture establishment as season progresses and mentions persimmon fruit drop from insufficient water, fertilizer, or shade with a remedy of Bordeaux mixture.
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ST Seite Hasck Toxee Ann
Radio Publicity Highlights Lake County Growth
WDBO Orlando aired a noon address by David A. Denslow, new assistant secretary of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce. He touted cooperative publicity as truthfully attracting families and business, and credited county agent Bob Norris for agricultural diversification and a twelve month marketing cycle.
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Lake County
WDBO
Orlando
David A. Denslow
Tts
Chamber of Commerce
Bob Norris
Peach Cake With New Self-Rising Flour Recipe
A recipe feature promotes a new self rising flour claiming slower rising powder preserves leavening. The Peach Cake method includes creaming sugar and fat, alternating flour and milk, then baking at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes. Top with whipped cream and peaches for serving.
Fishing Camp Sold to C Millard of Tampa
The Montverde Fishing Camp changes hands to C Millard of Tampa. The new owner plans cabins and major improvements to the camp. Former owner J H Isaac, now in New Port Richey, held the camp for several years.
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Montverde
C. Millard
Tampa
Saurman Sees Bright Citrus Season Ahead
A V Saurman of Clearwater chairs the Citrus Growers Administrative Committee planning marketing, inspection, regulations and advertising to bring untold returns to the state this season. He foresees a happy combination of good inspection and workable regulations along with an active advertising program.
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A. V. Saurman
Clearwater
Citrus Growers’ Administrative Committee
Halloween Carnival Night Parade at Local Schools
The P T A hosts a Halloween event on the night of November 31 with a big parade at 7 o clock and family fun for all.
DeLand businessmen apply to FCC for radio station permit
A group of DeLand businessmen has filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission seeking a permit to operate a new radio station. The action marks a step toward launching local broadcasting service.
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Federal Communications Commission
DeLand
Lake County Realtors Meet at Lakeview Hotel
Lake County Board of Realtors will hold a Friday night meeting at the Lakeview Hotel in Clermont starting at 6 p m A supper will follow a program reviewing the recent state realtor convention at Ponte Vedra near Jacksonville The Florida Beauticians Association sponsors the annual Beauty Trade Show at the Roosevelt Hotel in Jacksonville October 20 23 featuring Louis Feder and Miss Leta Harrison authorities on hair styling from New York
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Lake County Board of Realtors
Lakeview
Clermont
The
Florida Beauticians Association
Roosevelt Hotel
Jacksonville
Louis Feder
Leta Harrison
New York
Flat bottom tubs urged for safety in low rent homes
Round bottomed bathtubs contribute heavily to the 5,000,000 annual injuries in homes. The United States Housing Authority recommends tubs with bottoms as flat as possible while ensuring proper drainage in a forthcoming safety booklet.
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United States Housing Authority
P T A Halloween Carnival At Local Schools
The night of October 31 is set for a school sponsored Halloween carnival. Organizers promise fun for all and note advertising costs are covered by proceeds.
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Jewins
NEW Leesburg Chamber OF Commerce
Camp Banning
Starke
Florida Bank
Capitol
Capital News Service
Ofice
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Donnelly St
Mount Dora Hotel
Triangle Gas Company
Eustis
Umatilla
Real Estate Board
Chevrolet
Fisher
Assive
Cowart Chevrolet Co
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