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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1930
Page
4
Mount Dora topic notes the advertising rate of 35 cents an inch for classified items and marks this as second class mail from April 7 1916. A humorous aside questions Darwin or Barnum while praising Bobby Jones as the world’s best golfer despite appendicitis.
An engaged couple skilled pilots plan a round trip to Paris contingent on a reconciliation. Both are expert flyers and intend to fly as a pair, with the trip hinging on maintaining their relationship.
Florida motorists are urged to curb risky behavior and remove the danger of hitchhiking by choosing safer transportation options. The note highlights that pedestrians who walk regularly may still seek rides, underscoring the need for caution and planning in travel.
Senator Jess Parrish proposes a homesteading scheme for unpaid tax lands as a topic in state politics. The idea draws attention amid broader debate on land policy and government ownership.
A speaker boasts that a superior mouse trap exists and should be patented to be sold to Tom Thumb golf course manufacturers, signaling a bold claim of a marketable invention.
The Florida Times Union showcases a refreshed front page with a new lead story and peppy headlines marking a shift from its traditional layout. Feature pieces add energy, reflecting a more dynamic approach after last month.
The community invites residents to attend a Mexican Fiesta at the Community Hall Social rooms as neighbors in Mount Dora band together for a cooperative town event.
The author muses that sun spots may distort reception and that honest critique can be misread as a personal slight. The comparison stresses a clear distinction between constructive feedback and hostility and notes perceptual bias in interpretation.
McIntyre in a column traces the origin of the phrase Shet that deah. He notes New Yorkers may not know the line origin says Shet dat do or.
In the Eustis Lake Region report the famed challenger Lipton’s yacht Shamrock did not successfully defend its title, confirming a failed defense. A Tampa Morning Tribune reader comment notes a split infinitive in the phrasing.
Four players from Lake County are listed among Florida University football uniforms. Roller pore, Marvin Entz, Jimie Roundtree of Leesburg, and Harry Duncan Jr of Tavares are named in the document referencing the team apparel.
The paper notes the Scout movement has reached about two million members in the United States and worldwide. It mentions 43 nations in the World Scouting family and highlights the growing impact on tomorrow.
The Orange County Commissioners are praised for improving Rock Springs a natural beauty spot in Florida. They cleaned the site added bathing facilities picnic benches and sheds and dedicated funds to enhance public enjoyment, aiming to elevate aesthetic taste beyond utilitarian gains.
The Topic notes busy subscription intake and efforts to keep readers on the mailing list. It warns second class mailing rules require dropping subscribers behind by over a year if they do not pay, with notices sent to delinquents and few responses so far.
Postmaster General Brown proposes a half cent per ounce rise in first class postage to Congress. The current two cent rate, in effect since 1885, faces continued deficits as the Post Office seeks funding. Brown argues the rate is justified when adjusting for dollar value and wages, and would help eliminate the postal deficit.
A delegation from the British Lawn Bowls Association will tour Florida in February 1931. Stops include St. Petersburg Tampa Orlando Mount Dora Miami Palm Beach Daytona Beach St Augustine and Jacksonville with matches on local greens and civic centers. The itinerary is tentative with plans to add more cities if greens are ready.
Mount Dora High School Athletic Association sells season tickets to support football basketball and baseball. Adult season passes for all home games cost 5.00, while single branches cost 2.00. Football games are 0.75 each. Four or more home games are planned, and the first game is Mount Dora versus Winter Garden tomorrow. Get your season tickets and attend a home game.
The Cocoa Tribune notes rising unemployment as jobless ex service men and migrants head toward Florida seeking winter work. Local labor is urged to prioritize Florida residents as the state struggles to provide jobs amid crop losses and drought impacts.
The Florida Educational Survey Commission proposes a skeleton of leading subjects for a uniform code of public school laws. A Code Commission with officials and a broader advisory board will study, draft, and publish the final proposal for statewide distribution and public comment.
The Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce has funds from the Town Council publicity department to mail city booklets. A north side resident sent 32 names for distribution with a dollar to cover mailing, which was returned with thanks. The drive asks others to mail lists of friends to receive booklets.
Town Clerk sought a stenographer from Mr Truskett to record proceedings of a called council meeting last Thursday to prevent misunderstandings. The report is on file in the clerk's office and available for citizens to read.
The piece reflects on delayed prosperity, Prohibition enforcement, and the Farm Board's aims. It references Will Rogers, the Tampa Morning Tribune omen of 1930, and a Savannah News claim about the American center near St. Louis. It also notes advice on harmonica playing for children and political skepticism about future promises.
An editorial decries the lack of criminal libel action against South Jacksonville Herald editors for front page allegations linking Governor Doyle Carlton to graft with named gambling houses. It questions media silence, urges accountability, and argues a clear resolution is needed to avoid political scandal.
Church announces Sunday school at 10:00 a m with Mr Nimnicht as superintendent. Sermon at 11:00, Epworth League at 6:30 followed by a 5:30 fellowship hour. Youth welcome. At 7:30 the pastor presents stereopticon pictures and a World Service program lecture. Mid week service Wednesday 7:30. All are invited to worship.
The church advertises Sunday school in all departments at 9 45 a m and morning worship at 11 00 a m with a sermon by the pastor B Y P U meets at 6 45 p m followed by evangelistic song and preaching at 8 00 p m Good music and singing All are welcome
The Congregational church schedules Bible school at 10 a.m. preaching at 11 a.m. and a Young People's Meeting at 7 p.m. Mr. Spencer, back from absence, will preach at the morning service on Giving Mount Dora a Christian Advertisement. All are invited to attend.
Corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue hosts Sunday services at 11 a m with Sunday school at 9 45 a m A testimonial meeting occurs Wednesday at 8 p m The reading room is open Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from 2 to 4 in the church Edifice All are welcome
Junior Home Demonstration Club work resumes with reorganizations in Clermont Montverde Howey Sorrento Cassia Eustis Tavares Mount Dora Altoona Leesburg Lady Lake Okahumpka Umatilla and Groveland. Leaders Mary Alma Barksdale Opal Caudel Ernestine Smith and others guide younger girls with health nutrition and home improvement projects. The drive includes improving school lunches to boost student learning.
A rural speaker notes higher living costs and the need to cut expenses while seeking to increase earnings. He recalls simpler times, observes modern demands for better clothes, farm improvements, and transportation, and concludes they must find brighter ideas to boost income.
St. Petersburg First Security Bank plans to reopen around the first of the month under the new name Union Trust Co. The move follows a conversion and will affiliations with former bank staff and local customers expect familiar service with updated branding.
Mount Dora Topic reports merchants offer carbon back sales books with 50 sets to book and a price of 50 cents per dozen.
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