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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1941
Page
6
The pledge to the flag of the United States of America is recited nationwide, declaring allegiance to the Republic, unity, liberty, and justice for all citizens in a time of public gatherings and ceremonies.
The text states belief in a government of the people by the people for the people with powers derived from consent. It proclaims a democratic republic, a union of states, and aims of freedom equality justice and humanity. It calls for love support of the constitution obedience to laws respect for the flag and defense against enemies.
Florida Comptroller Lee travels statewide to promote the new tax program and press for lower millage in line with higher assessed values. He urges officials to cut government expenses, arguing sacrifices are needed for defense costs and to reduce frills in local budgets.
George Z Balcher discusses Francis Hackett’s What Mein Kampf Means to America and examines Hitler’s work as more than literature. The piece asserts Mein Kampf reveals a plan to destroy democracy and conquer the world, portraying Hitler as a brilliant yet immoral propagandist.
The speaker denounces an evil force masking as a new order, accusing it of breaking treaties, deceit in business, and undermining American democracy. He argues democracy must respond with greater will and determination or risk subjugation. The remarks frame Communism as a wedge to split the nation.
Charlie Freeman creates a sun powered heating concept using a magnifying glass and a device named Magniflex to provide hot water and year round climate control. He explores insulation from palmetto roots and envisions a Florida industry, with Dr. Albee collaboration and potential snake meat markets.
Florida citrus industry funds raised by a tax on fruit are earmarked for the citrus commission and not state money. An opinion was sought by the commission to determine if the State Comptroller can legally withhold payment of a bill.
The attorney general rules that the Red Citrus Commission purchases from out of state concerns do not fall under Florida printing laws. An opinion on the Arthur Kudner bill of 10 796 for 500 000 booklets is cited, with Watson’s ruling that state printing statutes do not apply to thesePrinting statutes.
Public notice urges individuals to buy Defense Savings Bonds and Stamps for personal security and financial independence, highlighting patriotic framing and long term value for savers.
Season 1941-42 rental offer for a comfortable three bedroom furnished home near Sylvan Shores Hotel. Ample heating, ample living space, $500 season price. Contact J. D. Pease Mount Dora phone 3753. 38-1tc
The Seaboard Air Line Railway with state and federal partners will run a ten stop Forestry Demonstration train in Florida. The three car unit offers two exhibit cars and a motion picture lecture car with free shows and forester experts to answer questions. Stops include Gainesville Tampa Ocala and more with public invitations.
Florida counties face delays in training programs for physically handicapped pupils due to a shortage of instructors. State Superintendent Colin English appeals for qualified applicants who meet certification and six hours of special training. Interested persons should contact Claud M. Andrews in Tallahassee.
Superintendent Frank J. The Lake County School head announced that general school fund millages will be about two thirds lower this year due to a Florida rule requiring one hundred percent valuation on real estate. Current levies for 28 districts drop from 10 mills in 1940-41 to 3.5 mills this year.
A joint Senate House committee reported that income tax exemptions should be reduced from 2000 to 1500 for married individuals and from 800 to 750 for singles. Treasury estimates show an additional 303 million dollars annually and about 4.911 million more people would enter the tax system.
The state beverage department reported Florida alcoholic beverage tax receipts totaling 382 358 dollars for August, up 54.25 percent from August 1940. Officials said August receipts were the largest ever, with a gain of 134 476 dollars attributed to summer tourism and defense work.
The St Thomas Episcopal Church in Eustis Florida offers a morning prayer and sermon at 11 00 a m local time highlighting a quiet worship session in a parish setting
At Sans 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. preaching and communion are scheduled. Bro. David Harold from Daytona Beach and Sunday LB. Chastain from Ocoee will lead. Congregation members are invited to attend each service.
Calendar lists meetings for Missionary Methodist Church Woman's Society Kiw ani Lions Knights of Pythias Pythian Sisters and other groups. Dates mainly first Tuesday Thursday Monday and specific evenings at Community Building City Hall Temple and member homes with times 7 00 pm 12 15 pm 2 30 pm and varying monthly patterns.
Comptroller Lee urged proportional millage reductions to rising property values, a stance he has voiced for years. The idea gains attention as Floridians increasingly sense the need for tax relief tied to valuation gains.
The church at Grove Street and Badger Avenue lists address 234 Badger Ave and phone 222. Rev William O Farrell is pastor with Sunday Mass at 8 a m and weekday Mass at 7 30 a m. Confessions on Wednesdays and Sundays at 3 00 p m. Baptisms Sundays at 3 00 p m. Holy days and midweek services noted.
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