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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1931
Page
4
The Times-Union notes Florida will get 1 437 872 dollars from the government for highway construction in 1932 per an announcement by Secretary Hyde. The paper also urges kindness and courtesy as a route to happiness and sunshine.
The Plant City Enterprise declares that all law abiding citizens support prohibition and that no change to the dry laws will occur in our lifetime.
The Times Square flea circus has staged daily performances since Thanksgiving 1925, earning the title for the longest Broadway run. The producers celebrate a historic, continuing show that has delighted audiences with its persistent presence.
The autumn air brings renewed energy as vacationists return and hotels and amusements see rising activity. Parks and attractions are lively with pleasure seekers and business looks up for an unusually bright season ahead.
In a three state region Wisconsin Michigan Minnesota eight million trees are being planted this fall on federal forest lands. Tractors have traveled 12000 miles to prepare land for the new trees and planting will be finished before the ground freezes.
A noted scientist, after months of experiments, concludes that food looking smelling and tasting best may be best for digestion and well being. He suggests that dislike of so called healthy foods may cause digestive distress and undermine diet choices.
A Texas Florida era column argues advertising by doctors is ethical and beneficial, led by Dr. Allen B. Kanavel, advocating accessible medical information for tourists and locals. It contrasts with Prohibition era limits, cites legal hurdles, and urges modernization of the Volstead Act. The piece also notes Florida welfare policy and a Longfellow quotation urging world peace through goodwill.
Miami voters backed six race tracks under a new Florida law permitting pari mutuel gambling. The measure, passed by the legislature, argues state supervision curbs moral risk and widespread participation in unregulated betting, a claim echoed against prohibition.
Advocates of curtailing citrus miss the marketing potential of oranges and grapefruit. The piece cites the Melbourne Times urging education of consumers to use citrus, noting food value and medicinal qualities and predicting large future demand with advertising.
Plant City prepares for its Third Annual Strawberry Festival scheduled in the second week of March. Organizers, buoyed by prior success, plan vigorous efforts to showcase the prized fruit in the coming display.
A Los Angeles inventor demonstrated a car driven by compressed air motors reaching 35 miles an hour. He has long tested air devices and believes future cars and flying machines will use compressed air motors to reduce fire hazards and fuel weight.
Friday the annual Health and Temperance day will be observed in the local school with public invitation. From 1:00 to 2:00 p m the Primary department will present health and safety plays followed at 2:15 by the Intermediate and High school sections.
Sunday services include Sunday school at 10:00, sermon at 11:00, Epworth League at 6:30, and evening worship at 7:30. The Women's Foreign Missionary Society meets Wednesday and Thursday November 4th and 5th. Program included. Pastor James H. Elder invites all readers and strangers alike.
The Congregational Community Church schedules next Sunday service lines with Bible school at 10:00 am and morning worship at 11:00 am led by Pastor David B. Spencer. A young people's service follows at 7:00 pm. All are invited to attend.
Matthew J. Bouterse pastors the church offering mid week service Wednesday at 7 p.m. Sunday school in all departments at 9 45 a.m. Morning worship at 11 a.m. Evangelistic service at 7 30 p.m. A cordial invitation extended to all to worship.
Sunday services at 11 a.m. with Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Testimonial meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. Reading room open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from 2 to 4 in the church edifice. All are welcome.
A visitor comparing New England and Central Florida notes Mount Dora's strong resort prospects and superior lakefront setting. He praises roads, tourism facilities, and a modern town with parks, library, yacht and golf clubs, urging regional cooperation for broader success.
Local report notes completion of a packing house for citrus fruit, aimed at supporting the fall packing season. Details describe the project site and its expected efficiency benefits for regional growers.
The American Legion Auxiliary reports cash expenditures of 422,929 this year for disabled veterans care. Key allocations include 25,000 to rehabilitation, 69,525.12 for Christmas gifts, 260,035.62 for hospital needs, 28,123.01 for family relief, and 17,270.60 for occupational therapy. Local units note the value of visits, entertainment, and ongoing support beyond dollars, with a meeting set for November 2 at the Legion Hall.
Wilmer C. Stokley from Mount Dora Florida, class of 1931, has been pledged to Bucknell University’s Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity along with ten other freshmen. He attends the liberal arts program and is the son of Mr and Mrs C L Stokley of 530 Grandview Street Mount Dora.
A Mount Dora reader Mrs L Grace sends one dollar to support Mrs Zell’s park beautification efforts. She plans to visit this winter and may donate more after seeing the park. The letter expresses admiration for Mrs Zell's perseverance.
Creditors must present claims against Sara B. Crowell's estate within twelve months, by September 10, 1931, or be barred. All claims must be sworn as required by law. Elmer W. Crowell is administrator, Mount Dora Florida. Attorney Thos H Cooley also of Mount Dora Florida.
The town of Mount Dora proposes an ordinance detailing crimes and misdemeanors and penalties for violations. It prohibits trespass on public and private property, boisterous conduct, and breaking and entering, and prescribes penalties. notice states the ordinance passed its first reading at a special meeting.
Notice states the Town Council will hold a hearing on November 10 to consider final passage and adoption of the measure. It lists present members and requests any objections to the final passage, signed by Town Clerk Wm. J. Johnson.
Notice announces Mount Dora election with voting from 8 a.m. to sundown for a one year term clerk tax collector treasurer and four councilmen five year park commissioner. Voters must be 21 or older and registered in Florida six months in town, pay 1929 1930 poll taxes if under 55, poll taxes due by November 14 1931 at the County Tax Collector in Taravres. Registration closes December 5 at 5 p.m.
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