Mount Dora Topic and World Series Note
The Mount Dora Topic reports Thursday editions with classified advertising at 85c and 1¢ per word with a 25c minimum. The World Series starts October 1 due to early Florida season travel. L Whybrew fined $50 and costs by County Judge W S Collins in Titusville for illegal liquor possession and manufacture.
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Mount Dora
Florida
The
Mount
L. Whybrew
W. S. Collins
Titusville
Merchants Sales
Baby Austin Spotlights Mount Dora Street Scene
The funniest sight on Mount Dora streets lately is a new Baby Austin parked between an Ancient Multi colored Dodge and Billy Rehbaum's two way Ford.
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Mount Dora
Billy Rehbaum
Maine Vote Signals Narrow National Turnout
A recent Maine ballot result suggests limited national turnout as the country approaches the polls. Analysts note low enthusiasm and uncertainty ahead of major elections, with implications for campaign strategies nationwide.
Chicago Claims Exodus of Criminals Stirs Debate
The Washington Star notes Chicago cites an exodus of criminals sparking questions about where they go and what it means for the city. Critics argue the quote reflects rhetoric more than data and warns against oversimplified crime trends.
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Chicago
Washington Star
Mount Dora Sees Incoming Mail Notices From North and West
Changes of address notices reach Mount Dora from northern and western points. The item hints at forthcoming visitors returning home soon and asks if yards are cleaned up ahead of their arrival.
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Mount Dora
Lake's Poultry Meeting Rescheduled From Sept 11 to Aug 11
The Lake's Poultry meeting details were corrected after a reader, Cliff Hiatt, pointed out a date error. The notice now reflects August 11 as the meeting day.
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Lake
Cliff Hiatt
Speaker Opening Remarks Sparks Pageant Gaffe
A classroom remark by a speaker about seeing bright and shining faces angered many girls who retorted with powder puff jokes, revealing a playful social moment in school life.
Fire drill turns into wild goose chase for mayor
Last Friday six oclock drill prompted a wild chase as officials and the mas cot car searched edge hydrants while rain kept hoses dry. Authorities later explained hydrants on town edges were being located to avoid unnecessary wetting in the rain.
Will Rogers on Marines and US Protection
The passage argues that Will Rogers would seek U S protection if his own family or finances faced grave danger in troubled Central American areas, despite his public jokes about Marines landing there. It contrasts his humor with a real fear of danger and the need for U S defense.
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Will Rogers
Central America
Will
United States
Canned Grapefruit Production and Trade Publication Availability
The Department of Commerce notes strong public interest in Florida canned grapefruit, reflected by demand for the bureau report Canned Grapefruit Production and Trade. Initial supply sold out. further copies are available at ten cents each.
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United States Department of Commerce
Florida
Russell Kay Visits Polk Lake For South Florida Fair
Russell Kay and his wife drove from Orlando to Mount Dora and on to Tampa to visit. He reported Polk and Lake counties are already signed up for next year, with one more county joining since February. He praised his state fair work and optimism about Florida’s prospects.
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Russell Kay
Sec
Mount Dora
Orlando
Tampa
Russell
Polk and Lake
South Florida
Florida
Spraying Report Urges Immediate Action in Lake County
A regional appeal directs groves and fruit properties to report completion of poison bait spray under federal rules. Only about two thirds have reported though most spraying is completed. Contact Mr. Swanson in Tavares to forward the report to Orlando by September 15 for the deadline and benefits.
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Lake County
Swanson
Tavares
Orlando
Bananas Stolen and Found on School Grounds
A freak bunch of 215 Lady-finger bananas appeared on a local school ground beside a dead stalk. Brought to the Topic office by J M Thompson of Franklin Park, the green fruit ripened to a fine flavor as workers enjoyed the unusual find.
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J. M. Thompson
Franklin Park
Florida Tax Reform Aims for Broad State Revenue Shifts
A 54 page preliminary report by Perry G. Wall chair of the Florida Citizens Finance and Taxation Committee outlines reforms to reduce ad valorem taxes on farm implements real estate and timber. It proposes a flat levy tax revisions to license laws and a state inheritance tax with revenues directed to state needs.
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Perry G. Wall
Florida Citizens Finance and Taxation Committee
Tampa Morning Tribune
Statewide tax reform and county consolidation plan proposed
A historical proposal outlines uniform school terms and county offices, a state controlled reforestation program with owner shares for tax support, sales tax rejection, and a permanent tax system update. It calls for equalized public utility taxes, strict budget cuts, county consolidations, fewer judicial districts, elimination of fees, unified tax collectors, and installment ad valorem tax payments.
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Dillane
Sharin Bereece
Florida
Jorida
A Deplorable Condition in Mount Dora
The letter blames bootleggers selling cheap liquor to colored residents for murder and argues white peddlers operate in East Town. It praises local officers as conscientious but notes they are afoot without transport, urging provisions for quicker pursuit to curb lawbreakers.
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Joe Jones
Darkey
East Town
Law
Mount Dora
Faith in Florida’s Immediate Future Prompts Mindset Change
A Florida real estate sign urges faith in the near future as a reaction to the current depression. The piece argues that tourism, Florida’s key income, will return soon and stresses a mental house-cleaning to attract visitors and prevent outflow of the stayers.
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Florida
The Parting From My Big Little Lad
A mother recalls a morning farewell at the schoolroom door as her baby grows into a boy. She resolves to smile and be glad for Life, yet vows to cradle and love him just as before tonight. Blanche Stoddard Eason, Mount Dora, Florida.
Front Page Snippets Satirize Modern Ventures and Fads
A collage of quips critiques modern advertising and travel risks. It ponders calendars, calendars’ names, and jokes about a future October Billrender. It mentions Lindbergh’s continued fame and a Jacksonville court ruling over a dog's ownership.
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Jacksonville
Montague Test for Politics Applies to Voters
The Montague standard urges politicians to match personal integrity with political action and to be free of hypocrisy. The piece argues many American leaders cling to power, expanding a bureaucracy that curbs liberty, and suggests voters adopt this test at the polls.
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C. E. Montague
Manufacturer and Industrial News Bureau
Florida Tops in Shipments to New York City Markets
Florida shipped 29999 carloads of fruits and vegetables to New York City in 1929, second only to California’s 52552 cars, per the Florida State Chamber of Commerce and New York Sun figures. New York ranked third with 13374 cars, Virginia fourth with 12583, and Maine fifth with 12502. Other states contributing were North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Wyoming, and Kansas. The chamber warns of a looming national crop shortage due to drought and urges careful fall planting of staples by Florida farmers under Commissioner Nathan Mayo.
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Florida
New York City
California
New York
Virginia
Maine
North Dakota
South Dakota
Nebraska
Wyoming
Kansas
Florida State Chamber of Commerce
State Chamber
Nathan Mayo
Lake's Distinguished Citizen General Summerall to Move In
Lake's retired general Summerall plans to reside in the neighboring county after his retirement. The Apoka Chief quips he desires a place where it is Summerall the time.
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Lake
Summerall
Apoka
Editorial Praise From The Mount Dora Topic
The Mount Dora Topic lauds correspondent Tom McGraw for his Rock Springs camping tale. It praises his shift from hunting bugs to red birds and crickets, contrasting with less favorable notes. The Hendry County News notes advertisers seeking space on the editorial page, highlighting local newspaper dynamics.
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Mount Dora
Hendry County News
Tom McGraw
Rock Springs
Apopka
Florida newspapers lure Ivy Clough Johnson for editorials
Inverness Chronicle notes Florida papers can gain a Literary Digest edge by securing Ivy Clough Johnson to write editorials for a week or two. Florida State News adds Mrs Johnson's title to the championship is without a flaw.
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Florida
Ivy Clough
Johnson
Inverness Chronicle
Attractive booklets lure winter visitors to Mount Dora
Mount Dora issues an eye catching booklet to mail to prospective winter visitors. Eustis urged to publish appealing literature as the lake region resort markets itself to attract guests this winter.
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Mount’ Dora
Eustis
Eustis Lake
Mount Dora Biz Booms Amid Fire Dept Activity
Mount Dora reports strong business as the fire department stays busy. The upbeat outlook benefits carpenters masons lumber dealers and others though insurance firms and property owners may oppose.
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Mount Dora
Jasper News
General Summerall to Retire as Army Chief of Staff
The Ocala Weekly Star notes General Charles P. Summerall will retire November 20 and relocate to Eustis Florida. It suggests he could advocate for placing a National Home for Disabled Soldiers in Florida and urges Florida to use his influence.
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Lake County
Charles P. Summerall
United States Army
Eustis
Summerall
National Home For
Florida
Ocala
Mount Dora Publishes Color Booklet by Local Press
Mount Dora has issued a handsome two color booklet printed by the Mount Dora Topic Leesburg Commercial. The item showcases local pride and civic achievements in a compact, period-appropriate format likely distributed to residents and visitors.
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Mount Dora
Leesburg
Mount Dora Publishes Attract ive Booklet of Local Beauties
Mount Dora in Lake County releases an attractive booklet showcasing the region’s scenic charms and local features amid its neighborhood pride. The item highlights Apopka Chief as a nearby reference point.
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Mount Dora
Lake County
Apopka Chief
Last Word and Best Paragraph From Mount Dora Topic
The Mount Dora Topic quips that President Coolidge may discover words burden column writing more than government duty. The brief item mocks political communication and laments pace of public discourse with humor.
Florida writer Ivy praised for paragraph records
Clermont Press notes Ivy Clough Johnson achieved likely a record with Florida paragraphs. A few weeks earlier four of her paragraphs appeared in the same issue of the Literary Digest.
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Ivy
Clough Johnson
Florida
Literary Digest
Clermont
Press
Topic in Digest echoes Leesburg Commercial origin
The Sanford Herald notes Mount Dora Topic resembles the Leesburg Commercial in style and content. Ivy Clough Johnson edited the Topic into the Literary CIest, continuing the Commercial’s tradition as a leading editor and paragrapher.
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Sanford Herald
Mount Dora
Leesburg
Ivy Clough Johnson
Ciest
Ivy Johnson Reflects on Nature and Senses
Ivy Clough Johnson remarks on nature supplying needs and wonders how eyes and ears connect to perception. The fragment hints at a view of natural abundance and the role of senses in experiencing the world.
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Ivy Clough Johnson
Church Services for Sunday and Midweek Week
Church announces events for September 14 with Sunday school at 10:00 a.m. The pastor preaches at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Young People meet at 6:30 p.m. Midweek service is Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Pastor James H. Elder signs the invitation.
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James H. Elder
Young Peoples
Sunday School and Worship at First Baptist Church
The First Baptist Church invites all to Sunday School across all departments at 9 45 a m and Morning Worship at 11 a m with a pastor sermon. B Y P U gathers at 6 45 p m followed by evangelistic song and preaching at 8 00 p m. Music and singing encouraged.
Community church services and programs announced
The Congregational Community Church and the First Church of Christ Scientist in Eustis list Sunday services at 11 a.m. and Sunday school at 9 45 a.m. A testimonial meeting is held Wednesday at 8 p.m. Reading room hours are Tuesday and Saturday 2 4 p.m. All are welcome.
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First Church OF Christ Scientist
Eustis Corner Grove St
Lemon Avenue
Edison Sleep Claim Sparks Laughs in Arcadia Arcadian
The piece quips that Thomas A. Edison, even in old age, insists five hours of sleep suffice, praising mind over mattress. The quotation is attributed to Nate Reece in Arcadia Arcadian and cited by the What Not column in Leesburg Commercial and Mount Dora Topic.
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Leesburg
Mount Dora
Literary Digest
Thomas A. Edison
Nate Reece
Arcadia Arcadian
Habits Shape Thrift and Daily Living
S. W. Straus argues habits are powerful forces shaping life and thrift. Regular thrift builds a systematic, permanent lifestyle, not just occasional savings, turning disciplined practice into overall well being and stability.
Meadville Scouts Name Lake Siple for Sea Scout Paul A Siple
In honor of Sea Scout Paul A Siple and his service with the Byrd Antarctic Expedition, the Meadville Pennsylvania Boy Scouts name their camp lake Lake Siple.
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Paul A. Siple
Boy Scouts of
Meadville
Pennsylvania
Lake
Siple
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Mount Dora, Fla
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Mr. Gerard
Lindbergh
Nate
Methodist Episcopal Church
First Baptist Church
Matthew J. Bouterse
Pastor
Community Church
S. W. Straus
American Society For Thrift
Montaigne
Lord Wellington
St. Augustine
Spencer
Daytona Beach
Heme
H. A. Eckholdt
Alexander and St. Mount Dora, Fla
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