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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1930
Page
4
A Mount Dora publication appears weekly with editor Eugene L Downs and plant supervisor listed. The notice shows 85 cents for display and 25 cent minimum for classified ads. It is entered as second class matter on April 7, 1916 at Mount Dora post office under the 1879 act.
A Cuba official is reported to have gone fishing aboard a gun boat. The remark suggests a naval or political display during a period of tension. The text frames the scene with humor about pace compared to Mary.
An opinion argues that women rarely succeed in politics because they instinctively avoid taking firm stances, implying a gendered difference in political positioning and decision making.
Joe Diggin could not locate a suitable headline for his regular column in the Titusville Star-Advocate and signed off with his distinctive mark.
Jack Worthington nominates Perry Wall of Tampa for governor. The line hints at Worthington’s influence to pick prize winners but questions his judgment in this nomination.
The piece notes the political business in Florida appears promising while voters grow educated and increasingly wary of campaign promises. It emphasizes rising public skepticism toward politicians and their assurances as citizens demand more substance.
Next Tuesday November 4 is election day with candidates nominated in June primaries facing voter selection. Voters will also consider several state constitutional amendments with all but one recommended for passage.
The Fourth Fifth and Sixth Grades at Mount Dora schools rehearse for an annual entertainment event to raise funds for the school library. Children work together on a lively program to showcase their talents for the town.
Former students recall fourth to sixth grade performances from school entertainment events. They remember Speaking Parts, speeches, songs and the lasting pride from those moments.
Russell Kay teases the meaning Bring Your Own Ladies in Step-in Schumann’s letter. He brings five guests from his Clipping Service Bureau to the PaRAGraphers’ banquet at Howey. His wife stays on vacation in Michigan.
John Lochner's Florida Newspaper News reports the South Florida Press Association plans a Lake County gathering next weekend. The preview promises a lively program with multiple announcements and active participation from attendees.
The new A. C. L. booklet Tropical Trips is praised as the best Florida advertising in ages. It features abundant pictures and engaging descriptive text that retains reader interest from cover to end, with Nate Reece noting railroads are a mainstay of the state despite occasional criticism.
The editor pro tem bids farewell to Mount Dora expressing gratitude for the editor and printer Gene Downs and the town’s citizens. He reflects on learning editorial work since June, praises the city’s spirit, and wishes the town good luck and growth. The piece notes the winter visitors' return and the town’s generosity and fineness.
An exposé on early green grapefruit shipments by unscrupulous shippers in Florida. It argues arsenic-driven harvests bypass acidity and juice tests, depressing prices, hurting buyers and fruit stands, and urges legislative tightening to shut out these operators.
The piece contrasts old time beliefs of spooks and goblins with today’s playful pranks by children. It urges keeping Halloween spirit lively without damaging property or defacing buildings, noting mischief should remain harmless and clever.
The 1930s Atlantic Coast Line travel booklet highlights Florida’s Lake Region between Sanford and Leesburg, noting 1,400 clear lakes with famed game fish. Towns listed include Altoona, Clermont, Eustis, Leesburg, Mount Dora, Mount Plymouth, Umatilla, Winter Garden, and more. Mount Dora is singled out for its lake views, golf, yacht club, and regattas.
A public call from Mount Dora postmaster Daniel Bishop inviting towns to join a Chicago Evening American contest offering thirteen weekly cash prizes for civic pride. Residents must write 100 words or less on Why I Like My Home Town Best and send to the Home Town Editor. Winning letters will be published and prize money mailed. the prize is publicity as towns promote growth and investment.
A Florida legend recalls Seminole Springs near Sorrento where seven springs feed the Wikina river. Tales speak of a vanished $17,000 paymaster chest and repeated treasure hunts by searchers. The site shows old dam remains, a rusted turbine, and a swinging bridge hinting at a prewar saw mill era.
A national party faces internal blame over spending and strategy as leaders debate who is responsible and how much criticism should be shared. Officials consider coordinating their responses ahead of public statements to avoid mixed messages.
A broad editorial rattles on Florida elections rules and registration with a sardonic look at political topics. It mocks voter behavior, stock market loyalties, and foreign business, blending social critique with quips about public figures and officials.
The church schedules Sunday school at 10:00 a m Morning sermon at 11 00 Epworth League 6 30 and evening worship at 7 30 The mid week prayer and Bible reading is Wednesday The pastor James H Elder invites the public to worship and notes the confession Thou Art the Christ.
Sunday school graded in all departments meets at 9 45 a m Morning worship at 11 am Sermon by the pastor B Y P U meets at 6 45 pm Evangelistic song and preaching at 7 30 pm Good music and singing All are welcome
The Community Church presents Bible School at 10 a.m. preaching service at 11 a.m. and a Young People's Meeting at 7 p.m led by Pastor David B. Spencer. The notice reflects a traditional church timetable for Sunday activities and youth gathering.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a m with a Sunday school at 9 45 a m A testimonial meeting is held Wednesday at 8 p m Reading room opens Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from 2 to 4 All are welcome in the church edifice
Change in mail schedule effective until further notice. Outgoing mail closes at 7 40 a m daily except Sunday 12 26 p m daily except Sunday 5 00 p m daily except Sunday 3 00 p m Sunday. Incoming mail due to arrive 8 10 a m daily except Sunday 12 56 p m daily except Sunday 1 43 p m daily and Sunday. Daniel H Bishop.
Acting director C. P. Hopkins told Senator Fletcher that the Commerce Department will publish a new edition of the China Wood Oil bulletin this fall. The update will provide a fuller description of the foreign and domestic tung oil industry and replace the out of print old bulletin.
The project plans a $35 915 incineration plant at the St Augustine site. Officials say the facility will process waste and improve local sanitation, with construction slated to begin later this year.
The Woman's Christian Temperance Union plans a meeting at the Community Church Chapel on Monday November 3 at 3 pm. A large attendance is desired.
The piece notes a nationwide pull toward Florida with prominent figures like Hoover, Coolidge supporters, and Tammany names traveling south. It hints at prohibition era politics and Al Smith’s popularity amid a growing tourist stampede, urging readers that the Florida urge is irresistible and universal.
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