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Newspaper
Sarasota County Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1922
Page
4
The Sarasota County Times announces Mrs. C. V. S. Wilson as editor and proprietor following the Manatee Advocate and Sarasota Times lineage. The weekly paper lists subscription rates for various durations and notes Florida post office entry as a second class mail.
The piece notes oil exploration rising in Florida with six wells across as many counties and about thirty prospecting firms. The Oldsmar well reaches 2500 feet with promising indications but no gush yet. It asserts a paying strike could trigger a regional boom rivaling California’s gold days.
The article notes that in most campaigns before the primary, no-fence candidates win, signaling progress in Florida toward ending antiquated stock laws. It contrasts with two years ago when proponents were defeated, suggesting rising sentiment in favor of reform.
The text hints Ma Ruhl may run for the legislature from Highlands County at the next primary. It cautions against overcommitment to promises that take long to mature and questions her ability to attend a Tallahassee session given her demanding duties.
Sarasota residents are urged to support a bond issue for rebuilding the city pier after a storm damaged segment. The plan calls for a forty foot wide solid reinforced concrete pier with bond trustees and city supervision to ensure fair pricing and proper materials. An estimated tax increase of $2.00 per thousand is anticipated to fund the project, which authorities say will boost waterfront rental demand and align with government dredging work in Sarasota Bay.
The city pleads for bond support with familiar arguments. Archibald faces no new accusations beyond previous officials. Sarasota remains a scrappy, progressive town, urging residents to vote for rebuilding the pier despite ongoing scrapping.
Sarasota praises city clerk Jo Gill for streamlined records and strong budgeting. He reduced city debt, oversees all purchases, and aims for a formal airbud get system, with Miss Dimmick assisting in clerical work and budget enforcement.
Port Pierce June 25 The budget of county expenses for St Lucie County for the fiscal year ending September 20 1922 totals 199186 25 according to the official estimate the board of county commissioners will base the tax levy at their next meeting July 4 The total excludes school expenses and is divided among funds including general road and bridge and interest and sinking among others to reach the final amount.
Tampa officials move to hold a new vote on a $3,060,000 road bond issue after invalidation due to improper advertising. The second election aims to resubmit the same plan, which previously carried by over 1,000 votes, with no changes to the road building plan.
A short exchange contrasts a country boy and a man named Homeseeker over a fifteen minute walk versus an advertisement claiming five minutes. The boy insists the ad is misleading or jokes about belief, illustrating skepticism in property listings.
Four proposed constitutional amendments described for the November election. They cover school district special tax districts up to 16 mills, appointment of additional circuit judges by the governor for six years, monthly salary payments for state officers, and a revised apportionment plan for the senate and house with fixed seat counts and governor-directed sessions every ten years.
The South Florida Developer argues population is essential for growth, not just land sales. It contrasts past speculative land dealings with the need to attract settlers who will work land, supply markets, and finance development, urging fairness and producer settlement on vacant lands.
An Autocaster Service piece argues wireless telephone and broadcast tech will become the century’s civilizing force. It envisions farmers contacting distant areas, machines replacing records, and government using the service to lower death rates and improve sanitation. It predicts a future secretary of communications within five years.
Judge H B Philips of the state road department announces the Victory bridge over the Apalachicola River cannot open by July 4 due to eastern approach work and paving delays. The bridge is now slated for completion and dedication on July 19 with asphalt paving underway.
Readers are told the Times will publish a weekly poem by Uncle John. Poems range from whimsical to thoughtful, carrying wholesome ideas and meaningful content for readers to enjoy and not overlook.
A brief quoted exchange from the Boston Transcript shows a man asked if his wife becomes angry when he does not talk to her. He replies that anger comes only if he does not listen.
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