Mount Dora Club Elects Officers for Lake Orange League
The Mount Dora Baseball Club held a meeting Monday night and elected officers for the Lake Orange League season. Collier Cooper is Manager with Hale as assistant manager. Practice began Monday and players must be listed by Friday. All high school boys are eligible. names should be filed with Tom and Hale. Rodney Miller is vice president and K C Moore Jr is secretary treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora Baseball Club
Lake Orange
Sessen Aeee Eee
Collier Cooper
Tom
Hale
Ce Bennett
Winter Garden
T Rodney Miller
Umatilla
K. C. Moore, Jr
Carl
On Cuban Trip
Ethelyn P. Zell recounts a Havana visit aboard the S. S. Florida from Mount Dora to Miami and into Habana. She describes the Inglaterra hotel near Central Park, the Capitol building nearby, smooth seas and clear weather, and a delayed landing caused by health officials with plans to detail more next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
New York
Morro Castle
Gov. Health Dept
Baggage Inspection Department
Inglaterra
Central Park
Capitol Building
Habana
Ethelyn P. Zell
Doctor Ketcham Surprised by Former Classmate Visit
Dr Heber D Ketcham was pleasantly surprised when a caller turned out to be an old classmate Dr A M Vivian and his wife Mrs Vivian The pair stopped en route from Homestead to Philadelphia after meeting at Drew Theological Seminary and graduating together in 1884 Dr Vivian is a retired member of the Philadelphia Conference
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heber D. Ketcham
A. M. Vivian
Vivian
Philadelphia
Homestead
Dr. Ketcham
Drew Theological Seminary
Safety on the Farm booklets offered at Topic office
Roy Roper of Winter Garden, an assistant in the State Department of Agriculture, left booklets titled Safety on the Farm with the Topic office. The pamphlets highlight everyday home and farm carelessness that can cause injuries and are available to any reader who calls at the office.
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Roy Roper
Winter Garden
Nathan Mayo
State Department of Agriculture
To Get The Most Out Of Life Don’t Take Yourself Too
This brief meditation notes that a balanced life welcomes humor and humility. It urges embracing simple joys, sharing time with others, and avoiding over seriousness to enjoy daily experiences.
Dr Ketchams Unbroken Sixty Years In Methodist Ministry
Dr Ketcham has served in the Methodist ministry for fifty four years without absence due to sickness. He leads the longest uninterrupted record in the M E Church North or South. The record extends through a family with multiple ministers including Mount Union College president B Ketcham and Bishop Wm F Anderson. The family totals 377 years in the ministry with four active in service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
Dr. Ketcham
Samuel Reed
Ohio
B. Ketcham
Mount Union College
Alliance
J. S. Carpenter
California
Wm. F. Anderson
Wm. K. Anderson
Johnstown
Workers Not Required to Retire at 65 for Lump-Sum
Paul K. Weaver of the Social Security Board in Orlando explains that one may receive a lump-sum payment at 65 if they have worked in covered employment since 1936. The current rule pays monthly benefits after retirement, but lump sums equal 3 percent of wages earned in the covered period and are available now with office help at 311 S. Orange Avenue, Orlando.
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Paul K. Weaver
Social Security Board
Orlando
Mount Dora Wa
Mr. Weaver
S. Orange Avenue
Florida
Mystery surrounds loss of Orlando pilot and student flyer
Charles Griffith of Orlando and J. D. Patterson Jr. of Pittsburgh vanished after leaving Orlando airport on Tuesday April 5. They were flying Griffiths plane with two hours of fuel and no trace has been found. an intensive search continues as officials and locals await word.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Griffith
Orlando
J. D. Patterson, Jr
Pittsburgh
Griffith
Oung Patterson
Mount Dora
Election Officials Named for County General Primary
Election officials for the county general primary on May 3rd are appointed for Mount Dora Sorrento and Lake Jem. Precinct 20 Mount Dora names W R Battle A J Camp G LaDue with Clerk C R Javens and City Hall as voting place. Precinct 5 Sorrento lists James Sanders with Clerk W T Hein.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Sorgento
Lake Jem
Inees
W. R. Battle
A. J. Camp
G. LaDue
C. R. Javens
City Hall
Sorrento
James Sanders
W. T. Hein
The Busier a Man Is He Attracts More Loafers
A brief aphorism notes that increased busyness attracts more idle people. The saying implies social dynamics around energy and attention, suggesting busier men encounter more leeches or freeloaders as a consequence of their pace.
WPA project progress at Don ype foot lake shore improvements
Work on the WPA project at the Don ype area proceeds slowly due to limited hours and few workers. A bulging sewers and clogged pipe were repaired, a new pipe will be laid, and the lakeshore will be beautified with palms and shrubs as crews expect more help soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donype Hentai
Villa Dora Hotel Musings On Spring Fever And Baseball News
The writer laments a tough week to craft words amid spring fever and baseball headlines. The column notes the season opening with a box office gross near 228000 fans and hints at political chatter among Senators and Representatives as readers await further notes.
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Theg
Senators
Doctor and Mrs Richardson Leave on Key West Vacation
Doctor Gerald A Richardson of Mount Dora Hospital and his secretary Miss Sanders depart Tuesday for a spring vacation in Key West. The doctor will return to his office on Monday April 25th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerald A. Richardson
Mount Dora Hospital
Miss Sanders
Key West
Citrus Growers Set Meetings Across Lake County
Citrus growers in Lake County will meet April 26 at three locations in Umatilla Tavares and Clermont to discuss production and marketing challenges. County Agent R E Norris says Extension Service and Experiment Station experts will lead talks with grower participation invited.
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Lake County
Umatilla
Tavares
Clermont
R. E. Norris
Agricultural Extension Service and Experiment Station
Oanty
Florida Agricultural Extension Service
K. V. Allison
Dr. Wey
U. S
E. F. DeBusk
Florida
Kiwanis Meeting Promises Interesting Program
Kiwanis members planned an engaging program with moving scenes and familiar faces. Rev Kenneth G Rogers spoke last week on the significance of Easter. Guests included A M Engelhard of Bridgeport Connecticut and G M Whitney of Conneaut Ohio. Crip Hurlburt won a attendance prize from Dr J Ndall. Mr Redbaunt has a birthday each January though never smoked cigars and may make up for it today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenneth G. Rogers
A. M. Engelhard
Bridgeport
Conn
G. M. Whitney
Conneaut
Ohio
J#ndall
Crip Hurlburt
Redbaunt
Finance officers attend short course in Gainesville
Wm. J. Johnson city clerk and treasurer and J. B. Griswold tax assessor joined members of the state Finance Officers Association for a two day course at the University addressing municipal revenue problems. They were hosted by the university at a baseball game and by the city at dinner and a picture show with students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. J. Johnson
J. B. Griswold
Gainesville
State Finance Officers Association
Ie University
City
Donnelly Office Building Repainted Brightens Street
The Donnelly Office Building receives a new coat of paint enhancing its curb appeal. It houses Piggly Wiggly, Grand Leader and the Pool Room on the street floor with offices upstairs. Built years ago by the late J. P. Donnelly, it is owned by Oscar M. Joes of New Haven Conn. The well built structure remains in steady demand for storage and office space.
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Donnelly
J. P. Donnelly
Oscar M. Joes
New Haven
Conn
Americanism Rally at Community Auditorium
Citizens meet Wednesday, February 27 at 8 p m in the Community Auditorium to hear speakers discuss Americanism and the possible menace of Communism in Florida. Rep Thomas H Cooley will introduce the speakers and lead an open forum for questions.
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Sp&kers
Florida
Thomas H. Cooley
Brodie Couple Enjoy Daytona Beach Sea Air
Dr and Mrs A M Brodie spend days at Daytona Beach visiting Barbey for the sea air. They plan to return before Sunday when Dr Brodie will preach on Finding Your Place in God s Plan.
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A. M. Brodie
Daytona Beach
Barbey
Lake Co Real Estate to Meet at G View Hotel Tonight
The Lake County Real Estate group will hold a turkey dinner and their regular monthly meeting at the G View Hotel tonight. State Legislature candidates will be guests of the Board.
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the Lake Co
G View
Better Homes Week To Be Observed Here
The PTA of the USA designates April 24 through 30 as Better Homes in America Week and local groups cooperate. Residents are urged to improve homes and lawns with window displays and community participation. Cooperating businesses include Rehbaum & Crane, The Grand Leader, Shipley's Market, Solvick's, Mount Dora Hardware Co, and Princess Theatre.
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Parent-Teacher Association of the
U.S.A
America
P.T.A
Rehbaum & Crane
Shipley’s Market
Bros. Ry
Solvick’s
Mount Dora Hardware Co
Princess Theatre
Knights of Pythias Weekly Items
Pythian Sisters birthday party Monday evening attended by several Knights. Mount Dora Lodge held a business meeting. New member applications were acted upon. District Deputy W. J. Ferris and several members will attend the Apopka conference to witness Knight work. Next Tuesday the 26th District Deputy Ferris and J. R. Williamson representing Mount Dora Lodge will attend Grand Lodge at Lake Wales from April 26 to 28.
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Pythian Sisters
Mount Dora Lodge
Trict
W. J. Ferris
Apopka
Knight
J. R. Williamson
Grand Lodge
Lake Wales
Lake County's Rapid Growth Outpacing Florida Figures
Census data show Lake County expanding from 9,509 residents in 1910 to 28,062 in 1935, with estimates around 31,000 by Commissioner Mayo, while Florida's state population rose less sharply 752,619 in 1910 to 1,606,912 in 1935. The county consistently outpaced state growth across 1920 and 1930 censuses.
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Lake County
State of Florida
Florida
Lake
Nathan Mayo
Half Holidays Start Today
Grocery and most stores open Thursday afternoon with early closing this week. Dress shops gift shops and news areries will close by noon today.
Compensation Insurance Conference Prepares Florida Rate Revision
State Treasurer and Insurance Commissioner W. V. Knott calls a public hearing for Saturday April 23 in the Senate Chamber Tallahassee at 10 a m to discuss a proposed workmen's compensation rate revision. Attendees include employers and insurers as the National Council on Compensation Insurance seeks an overall 11.6 percent reduction pending Pioneer approval before taking effect in Florida.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. V. Knott
Florida
Senate Chamber
Tallahassee
National Council On Compensation Insurance
Pioneer
Broward County Dealing String Bean County Claim
Broward County Florida is described as the dealing string bean county in the United States per Census Bureau reports.
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Broward County
Florida
United States
Florida Press Association meets at Ocala and Silver Springs
The Florida Press Association held its mid year meeting in Ocala and Silver Springs with sessions at Hotel Marion. Attendees toured the springs by glass bottom boats, viewed underwater life via a photo-sub, visited the reptile institute and Seminole village, and enjoyed a gardenia gift and marching entertainment by local firms.
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Florida Press Association
Ocala
Silver Springs
Don Lochner
Clermont Press
State Association
Marion County Chamber of Commerce
Horace Smith
Ray and Davidson
Marion
Prosy Country Weekly
Florida
United States
Florida Reptile Institut
E. Ross Allen
Silver Spirfits
Pen
Karl Lehmann
Lake County
Mount Dora
Sylvan Shores
Cypress Gardens
Pope
Paper Companies
Knight Brothers
Virginia Paper
Jacksonville Paper Company
Grantland Rice
Ted Husing
Alles
Frank Buck
Florida Woods
Glades
Evry
Rev Pinson to Speak Sunday then depart for Rayne La
Rev Pinson will speak again Sunday at the church before leaving Monday for Rayne Louisiana to resume his pastorate. He formerly lived in Mount Dora and was licensed by the First Baptist Church. He preached both morning and evening services in Apopka and Orlando during his visit.
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Rayne
Pinson
Mount Dora
First Baptist Church
Apopka and
Orlando
Win Again At Yacht Club Bridge R and H Dominate
At the Yacht Club weekly bridge parties R and H win again in the match point event. East West division sees Stebbins Bonnell and Frank ordy prize winners while newcomers Carl Graves and Armer Johnson join the fray. Attendance grows as Wednesday nights draw more local players with full details to be reported after the world Bridge Olympic results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Graves
Armer Johnson
Yacht Club
Chamber of Commerce
Bowling Club Final Pits Thomas Against Poole 21 12
The men’s tournament finals saw club president Mr Thomas defeat Dr Poole 21 to 12. Poole won the first section. Thomas received an oil painting of the Dora Canal entrance by Mrs Sprague, Poole a hand hammered bow. Rinks run late with high turnout and plans for summer play.
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Mr. Thomas
Poole
Dr. Poole
Dora Canal
Sprague
Sale of Boat House and Cottage Reported
J. J. West Realty Co reports the sale of the Chas. A. Bennet boathouse and garage apartment on Lake Dora to Chas. W. Thorp of Mount Dora and Fairfield Conn. The purchaser plans improvements on the property and lake shore. This marks the fourth property bought and improved by Mr Orp, who backs Mount Dora's future. Another sale is the L. R. Heim cottage on Tremain Street to Mr. and Mrs. L. Judd of Fairfield, wintering in Mount Dora and to occupy their new winter home next fall.
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J. J. West Realty Company
Chas. A. Bennet
Lake Dora
Chas. W
L. R. Heim
Tremain Street
Rev Elder to Preach at Sunday Methodist Service
Rev J H Elder of Miami a former local minister will preach Sunday morning at the regular Methodist church service. Dr Ketcham will deliver the 4 o clock sermon following.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Elder
Miami
Ketcham
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Villa Dora
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Coum, Faz
Knights of Pythias
Press Association
J. C. Pinson
Yacht Club Bridge
R. and
H. Win
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