Mount Dora Promises Busy Winter With Airport Hype
The town promotes a new municipal airport set for October 4 5 and plans a festival style christening. A Leesburg speech by Judge Calloway of Lakeland supports Hoover, while Mount Dora eyes a forthcoming visit, and Donnelly Park hosts nightly events including gymnasts basketball volleyball folk dances and exhibits attracting Dixie Highway travelers.
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Leesburg
Calloway
Lakeland
Hoover
South
Mount Dora
Eee
Chamber O Commerce
Donnelly Park
Dixie Highway
Right to Vote Wrong Reflects on Citizenship
In a campaign speech Governor Smith claims voting against him due to Catholic faith labels a person a bad citizen. The piece argues religious intolerance is unworthy, noting the Constitution guarantees worship freely and voting reflects personal belief, making the voter a true citizen even when his choice conflicts with prevailing views.
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Smith
United States
The Periscope Reflects on Florida Storms and Moral Courage
The piece describes a Mount Dora storm that damaged trees and roofs, raised lake levels, and moved on to winter guests. It argues nature's power, cause and effect, and America's resilience, with reflections on benevolence and steadfastness amid calamity. It cites fruit trade outlooks and Porto Rico losses guiding Florida citrus prices.
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Mount Dora
Europe
Oscar
Sweden
Florida
Porto Rico
Virgin Islands
America
Florida Tourists and the Psychology of Hospitality
The piece argues Floridians rely too much on visitors for income, urging a shift from a money focus to a welcoming, generous spirit. It stresses Florida’s natural winter appeal and the need to leave tourists feeling genuinely valued, not merely taxed.
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Florida
Broken Tariff Promises Critique of Democratic Platform
The piece argues past Democratic tariff pledges were echoed in 1928 proposals and warns Florida readers that such promises failed in earlier campaigns. It cites Smoot, the Cleveland administrations, and the Underwood tariff to claim Democrats cannot be trusted with tariff reform and calls for stronger protection for Florida against cheap imports.
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Party of Free Trade
Florida
Smoot
Washington
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Smith
Mexico
West Indies
Fletcher
Congress
Democratic Party
Patent Medicine Politics in a Balanced Economy
The essay argues that American society operates through an interlocked system spanning government, agriculture, industry, and finance. It warns that harming any single sector harms all, and urges caution against patent medicine politics and quick cure claims that disrupt the whole economic fabric.
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America
Senator Blaine Defends Hoover as Earned Republican Service
Senator Blaine of Wisconsin harshly criticizes Hoover for aiding Woodrow Wilson, arguing Hoover should be a Democrat for his actions. The point suggests even a Democratic administration benefits from a capable Republican.
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Blaine
Wisconsin
Herbert Hoover
Woodrow Wilson
Florida Investment Talk From Union League Leader
A prominent Union League of Philadelphia member comments on Florida investment prospects. He supports a Republican shift in the state to attract northern capital, cautioning against Democratic policy that could deter future funding.
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Union League of
Philadelphia
Florida
Governor’s remark ties Tammany Hall’s longevity to power
The governor claims Tammany Hall is “all right” because it has endured 139 years, arguing by contrast that long‑standing entities imply legitimacy. He equates such endurance with a positive social force, mentioning Italy’s historical Mafia as a comparable long‑lived power.
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Smith
Tammany Hall
Italy
Ed Jaques
Ing
O. M. Simpson
Lake Gertrude
Jack
Whitney
Lehigh Portland
Los Angeles Gift of $10,000 Cheered Florida Hurricane Sufferers
A check for $10,000 from California supporters reaches Florida hurricane victims. The gesture from a rival state moves many Floridians and highlights interstate charity.
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Florida
Los Angeles
Tribute to Jack Simpson’s Insurance Courage
The passage honors Jack Simpson for risking his life to protect others in danger or disaster. It notes his efforts are commendable though often futile and lightly mocks the idea that wealth shields against risk, implying his persistence amid skepticism.
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Jack Simpson
Noisy Town Notes and Painted Signs Brighten Mount Dora
A lighthearted column laments dull news and praises small town quirks. A one man band of kitchen clutter entertains on the main street. New paint on Mount Dora Hardware, a blue and white Sylvan Shores sign, and a fresh air and water standard at the Service Garage signal the town’s perceived prosperity.
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Mount Dora
Citrus Fruit Prices Soar Amid Florida Outlook
Prospects for higher returns rise as early Florida oranges and grapefruit show strong prices. The latest reports confirm substantial loss of the Porto Rican grapefruit crop, boosting expectations for Florida growers according to R. B.
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Florida
R. B
Lake County August gasoline use and storm relief efforts
Gasoline consumption in Lake County for August totaled 283 779 gallons ranking twelfth among 67 counties with Duval leading at 2 974 420 gallons. Fresh eggs are scarce at about 50 cents, a major poultry producer predicts higher winter prices, and storm relief aid has been generously extended. Communities, organizations and individuals raised funds and sent food, clothing, roofing and other supplies to the storm area. The Umatilla packing house expanded, Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce will help winter visitors obtain citrus fruit and juice, and Tavares residents plan a local program of sports and recreation for residents and winter visitors with two mass meetings already held.
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Lake County
Lake
Duval
Mount Dora
Porto Rican Citrus Disaster Sparks Early Florida Coverage
Report notes growers rejected the notion and remain alert as the newly formed Clearing House rapidly distributed initial news of the Porto Rican citrus disaster through Florida newspapers, credited in part for prompt awareness.
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Florida
First News
Mt. Dora Finds A Home At Another Location
A fragment notes another suitable venue for Mt. Dora with details to relocate or house related activities, indicating ongoing placement considerations and local interest.
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Mt. Dora
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