Faith Fueled Mount Dora’s Early Pioneers and Churches
In 1886 Mount Dora’s pioneers faced raw wilderness and food shortages as they built a church and a school. The community’s faith sustained them while they waited for supplies from boats on Lake Dora and journeys to nearby towns. Mary True recalls how Russell True and others believed their town could grow, asking readers if they share that faith.
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Futhavo Hill
Mount Dora
Lake Dora
Eustis
Tey
United States
Mary True
Russell True
Good Ol' Summertime Florida Weather Journal
A Florida weather diary excerpt describes a week of cool breezes and refreshing rain in Central Florida. The writer notes pleasant mornings with pink sunrises, steady south winds, and occasional north gusts, ending with a vivid August sky and a desire to take the morning off.
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Florida
Frank Pohlman
Eatisie
Dora
Likes Friendliness Letter to the Editor
Mrs Rudy Schneider of Eustis writes in appreciation of East Town column praising its portrayal of the philosophy of colored folks. She credits understanding as the path to overcoming racial prejudice and mentions work with Mr Schneider at the creamery alongside sending copies to her father in Indiana.
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East Town
Indiana
Schneider
Rudy Schneider
Eustis
Put House in Order Editor Letter to Citrus Industry
Readers express support for the Citrus Committee report and urge steps to prevent another disastrous season. Bankers pledge help due to citrus economic importance to Florida, signaling industry efforts to stabilize the market.
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Mount Dora
Citrus Committee
Florida
Floyd M. Call
Know Your Florida Airways Ad Praised for Summer Schedule
In Mount Dora, a Florida Airways 1x7 inch ad proof titled Know Your is approved. August schedule noted. The sender thanks the advertisement studio, praising composition and glossy presentation and expressing appreciation for a well set up ad.
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Mount
Dora
Florida Airways
David
Dorr Advertising. Inc
Fireman Misses Fire Two Ways
Fireman George Hall was off duty when a blaze broke out at Crane Furniture Co last Thursday. Pat Partridge noticed the fire near the back entrance, raising alarms across from the fire station, where James Orr extinguished the flames with Hall’s shift covered.
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George Hall
Crane Furniture Co
Pat Partridge
Crane Company
Partridge
James Orr
Hall
Meet You At Fire Station Bike Registration Idea
City officials urge youths to attend a fire station event on Aug 9 for bicycling registration and lighting checks. After discarding the tag system, bikes will be stamped for permanent records and lighting requirements apply after dark. The ordinance bans riding on sidewalks and enforces traffic rules.
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George Cox
George Hall
Council
First Aid Emphasis Aids Florida Accident Prevention
Florida health officials urge backyard and home safety to reduce injuries and fatalities. They remind readers that many accidents are preventable and that rapid first aid can lessen harm until a doctor arrives. The Red Cross offers first aid classes, stressing not moving an unconscious patient unless necessary. Don Foucart Jr plans to open citrus outlets near Mount Dora, with his father managing fruit purchases and shipping.
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United States
Florida
American Red Cross
Don’ Foucart, Jr
Pennsylvania
Mount Dora
Early Bird Leads Ad to Presidential Mixup
Mrs Edna Rose's classifed ad in the Topic prompts a mixup when a buyer arrives early and identifies as President Trumans buyer but turns out to be Early Bird Dan Bishop. Alvord Bishop of Mount Dora appears in today s section selling an ice box hoping for an early sale.
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Edna Rose
Eustis
Charles Rose
President Truman
Dan Bishop
Bishop Gate Guest House
Alvord Bishop
Donnelly Traps May Be Repaired City Study
Work Superintendent Rollin Javens told the City Council that dips in Donnelly Street vertical parking spots may be fixed. He explained the sand base sinks under heavy cars and heat, and that repairing requires cutting out asphalt and laying a cement base.
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Donnelly St
Rollin Javens
Wright to Race at New Smyrna Carnival
Clyde Wright of New Smyrna Beach, survivor of the Daytona collision last month, will headline the New Smyrna Beach Outboard club racing carnival Sunday at 2 p m. Seven events offer cash or trophy prizes from 5 hp to free or all.
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Clyde Wright
New Smyrna Beach
Insurance and Wind Storms Provoke Seasonal Protection
Insurance is insurance against the unknown. Wind storms are real and definite threats each season, prompting households to prepare and protect against possible damage.
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Mount Dora, Florida
Paul H. Reese
Mabel Norris Reese
Cosme
J. E. Fortner
Dear
Lady Dora
Ray Daniels
Liberty St
Citrus Magazine
Carlisle Kyle
Florida Citrus Exchange
Florida Health
Florida Medical Association
Reid
Mr. Bishop
Merry CO
Wright
New Smyrna
WM. P. Wingler
J. G. Ray, JR
Ine
Sylvan Shores
Alberta
Veronica Lake
Joan Caulfield
Kent Doris Taylor
Dowling
Boothill
Sun
New York
Mady Christians
Howard Duff
Louisa Horton
Spencer Tracy
Katharine Hepburn
van Johnson
Angela Lansbury
Ela Nash
UNION
EAST
Mons Florida A
Eo Thura
Crimson Key
State of the Union
Hasard
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