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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1920
Page
6
State notes report Florida Legion adjutants from all posts will gather in Jeala on January 15. Other items note ornamental posts for Jeala’s white way, St. Petersburg’s ban on survivals this winter, and Sheriff-elect Lindsey’s pledge of strict no fence enforcement in Pinellas County.
The Florida East Coast Ferry Company introduces a new larger ferry now in service between Key West and Havana. The vessel expands capacity for Pullman cars and race horse cars, increasing passenger and freight options on the route.
A. E. Holmes of the Bentley-Gray Dry Goods Gem pany Tampa died suddenly at his Tampa home. In Sarasota he was well known from regular visits over the years. Mrs. W. F. Coachman of Jacksonville died from injuries after an auto crash near Lakeland. Mr. Coachman, returning from a Highlands tour with several prominent businessmen, was driving on a good road when the accident occurred. He died later in a Lakeland hospital. The car crash cause remains undetermined.
An old advertisement touts Rub My Tism as a万能 curing balm for bruises cuts twists sores tetter and related ailments, claiming quick relief and restoration.
A reader notes ex-Fish Commissioner Hodges from California contrasts Florida and California coastal riches. He argues Florida’s freshwater lakes and streams yield abundant edible fish, while Florida’s failure to capitalize on fish wealth harms conservation and exploitation, unlike California.
A bold claim asserts 666 offers faster relief from cold symptoms than all known remedies. The ad promotes the product as a superior option for quicker recovery and relief from common cold discomfort.
Learn how sluggish blood dulls mood and energy then consider Pepto Mangan as a weekly tonic. The ad promises a big improvement after a few weeks and notes physicians endorse the drink and tablet form from your druggist.
City Council regular meeting minutes record roll call and approvals of previous minutes. Officials discuss public works, incinerator, street painting, water line, and authorization to borrow 18465.41 from Bank of Sarasota to liquidate notes. Bids for Electric Light Extension Bonds presented. Caldwell & Co. bid accepted with deductions for attorney fees.
Official program for the January 4 1921 inauguration in Tallahassee detailing the procession order from the governor mansion to the capitol and back for oath taking by Chief Justice. Public reception and legislative sessions follow with no special invitations issued.
B. B. Lane of the Florida Educational Association calls Florida teachers to a Tallahassee gathering at year end to address an educational crisis. He cites a seven hundred white teacher shortage, worries over pay, and urges a state appropriation to provide living salaries and prevent Ignorance.
Florida benefits from a mild climate that supports winter poultry and livestock development. Northern breeders establish Florida branches to hatch birds earlier and allow outdoor life. The U S department of agriculture studies Florida seed production for Northwest sugar beet crops, signaling further greenhouse potential. Farm and Livestock Record notes Florida grand championships and poultry showings in Northern venues, urging continued climate-driven promotion.
The National Editorial Association planned to meet in St Augustine in March and tour Florida. Ocala offered a stopover with a Silver Springs visit, glass bottom boat trip, fish fry, dinner, and tours of stock farms, but costs of 2500 dollars per town totaling 50000 for the editors’ itinerary led Ocala’s board of trade to decline the invitation.
The Frank H. Fleer Corporation of Philadelphia plans to market Florida Fruit chewing gum using Florida publicity. Six million six hundred eighty four sticks have sold this year without newspaper ads. Advertising lines promise the true fruit flavor and freshness of Florida oranges and grapefruits.
A Palm Beach Post note credits the Frank H Fleers Corporation with popular Florida Fruit chewing gum. The column thanks the company for speaking well of Florida and expressing support for local interests.
Publisher Joe Earman prints a fierce Palm Beach Post editorial under the banner Imminent Danger of Demise. The piece mocks Governor Catts, includes a threatening note, a resignation letter, and questions the governor’s bluster while hinting at a potential showdown. Tampa Tribune reports the stance.
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