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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1961
Page
4
A year-old dispute in Eustis ends with the city gaining a seat on the Chamber of Commerce 15 member board after the chamber agrees to amend its by laws. Public funds support chamber operations and the council would gain a voice to align local policy and welfare programs.
The IRS states viewpoint expression tied to impending regulation cannot be deducted as a business expense unless done for profit. The piece argues private firms, competing with government entities, risk silencing rivals and face tax penalties, with concerns about editorial opinions and public policy influence. The note reflects on free speech and government influence in business.
The article notes city governments increasingly run diverse businesses from hotels to milk and liquor, arguing that government should exit any commercial activity private enterprise can handle to avoid a socialist, bureaucratic society. It cites private-sector competition with cities and quotes a Midwest businessman on the trend.
Lake County funds of 5 600 000 finance Mount Dora facility advancing from swampy land to a modern athletic field. Citrus Culture Corp and local firms aid construction with lighting and PA system planned for four towers. Citizens’ donations and city support frame this growing community project near Highland Street.
Florida Turnpike extension from Fort Pierce to near Wildwood will start by December 15 with initial contracts in Orlando. Authority Chairman John Hammer said construction near Orlando will begin and dirt could fly by mid December despite a recent court delay on bond issue validation.
Florida's cold snaps injure tender plants with symptoms that imitate disease. Cold damage may appear weeks or months after frost. pruning damaged twigs helps prevent further harm. Evergreen ornamentals may show leaf discoloration. flower buds on azaleas and camellias may fail to develop or open. Some woody branches crack with bark splits. philodendrons show water-soaked spots that resemble infections.
The Community Chapel of Mount Dora led by Rev. C. J. Bellamy buys land west of Routes 19 and 441 near Riley Trailer Park. Plans call for a three unit U shaped church with a Chapel for eight classes on the first site, a Christian Education building with about 20 rooms, and a Sanctuary with seating capacity to be added later. The church, which reports rising membership, meets on South Highland Street beside Grantham's Garage.
Captain Daniel L. Petix of the Air Photographic and Charting Service at Orlando AFB urges continual public focus on defense. He notes Orlando AFB's unique mission including classified films and global charting, with personnel deployed worldwide to augment AF crews and respond to crises such as the Congo and Morocco earthquakes.
The article explains how to choose nylon stockings for durability and fit. It covers denier and gauge, recommends 12 to 60 denier ranges for different uses, and advises buying three pairs to match replacements. It also notes proper foot length for proper fit.
Officers and directors plan a preparatory discussion at 7 30 p m tonight at the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce office.
The Mount Dora Social Club will gather Monday at 1 30 p m at the Mount Dora Community Building. All Dorans are invited to attend.
Paid advertisement offering hearing aid services in Leesburg Florida. Announces custom made devices using decibel testing and spectrum of Tonemaster models including All in Ear and behind the ear styles. Invites in person, phone, or home-visit appointments at 815 North Blvd across from Trade Winds Cafeteria.
Local church listings for Mount Dora and vicinity include Mount Dora Baptist with multiple services and choirs, Fifth Avenue Methodist with Sunday worship, Church of Christ on Fifth Avenue, Community Church at 7th and Donnelly, St Edward's Episcopal on Grandview and Fifth, Presbyterian on Sixth at Alexander, Latter Day Saints on Fifth, Central Christian Church Mount Dora Eustis Road, Community Chapel First Church of God on South Highland. Bible School times and service hours are listed for each congregation.
The First Church of Christ Scientist offers Sunday services and Sunday School at 11:00 A.M. with a Wednesday 8 P.M. service. Sorrento Presbyterian Church conducts Sunday School at 10:00 A.M. and Worship Service at 11:00 A.M. Dr. G J Schillerstrom serves as minister.
The notice announces Sunday School at 9 49 A M and Worship Service at 11 A M at Tavares Union Congregational Church with a welcome to all.
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