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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
4
The Sarasota Times notes subscription prices in advance for one year six months and three months with foreign rates. It remarks the paper has reached voting age and hopes to exercise it soon. The editorial predicts a dull summer as Congress adjourns and no progress on peace terms or ratification of the League of Nations.
The county campaign shows strain but remains the cleanest in memory. Officials urge stricter nursery stock laws to prevent citrus canker spread, while traders plan Bargain Day sales Wednesday. Merchants claim success stems from courtesy and top service to customers.
A Florida appeal urges higher school appropriations to raise teacher salaries or risk a decline in the state’s education system. It argues that better pay will keep teachers from leaving for other careers and that support for schools is broadly acceptable as a tax.
A well known Pinellas County resident praises Dixie M. Hollins county superintendent and state superintendent candidate. The speaker says Hollins has an excellent record in Pinellas, advancing local schools, which are described as the state's most advanced. The endorsement counters charges leveled against Hollins in his home county.
Editors invited to Pensacola for the annual State Press Association gathering will enjoy a packed program. San Carlos hotel manager Chas B Hervey announces the hotel will serve as headquarters and editors will be his guests, while Mrs Lois K Mayes of the Pensacola Journal organized the event and Pensacola will be showcased to attendees.
The editorial notes clear voter support for Fletcher for U S Senate and Drane for Congress, with strong backing for Hardee for governor. It urges a solid majority in Tuesday’s primaries, praising Fletcher and Drane’s proven records and Hardee’s businesslike administration qualities.
The Palmetto News argues in favor of a state no fence law to protect farmers from roaming cattle, ensure fair taxation, and improve cattle quality. It criticizes loose stock management by cattlemen and urges legislation that protects landowners and tourists from depredations.
A compact reply to Mr Bellamy’s Times piece argues against a universal no fence law and supports local option. It stresses fair local choice, development by enterprising residents, and the value of Florida crackers and winter campers in state growth. Local taxpayers’ protections and lawfulness are upheld.
James E. Calkins defends his record as Florida Attorney General candidate addressing editorial criticisms. He states the Senate never denied newspaper men a hearing and argues the libel law is constitutional and unchanged since 1885. He notes truth as a defense in libel cases and cites opposition to bills to modify libel by legislative action. May 31.
Mount Dora Topics argues against free range cattle and urges a state wide no-fence law. They acknowledge past expediency but deny justice in free range and warn that local option would bring financial entanglements while calling for a referendum and statewide action.
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