Local Births and Town Incorporation Entries
December dates mark births of notable Leesburg businessman B D Harris born in Montclair Florida in 1887 and George C Keller born in Harrodsburg Kentucky in 1865. December 14 1925 Fruitland Park becomes an incorporated town with T B Stinson as mayor and H W Palmer as town clerk.
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B. D. Harris
Leesburg
Montclair
Florida
George C. Keller
Harrodsburg
Fruitland Park
T. B. Stinson
H. W. Palmer
Christmas corner and curious quips of daily life
A collection of pithy lines on idle curiosity, farm life, daily routines, and frugal living. The piece notes Florida cane grinding days, nuts for automotives, and happiness pursuits, urging practical use of today over worry about tomorrow. It invites readers to skim advertisements for family budget tips.
Central Florida Towns Show Civic Pride In Beautification
A reader notices clean streets attractive homes and well kept yards in Central Florida communities. The piece urges buying Christmas seals to support tuberculosis prevention and public health campaigns, noting past donations reduced death rates over fifty percent and calling for continued efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Changes in business ethics after the New Deal era
The piece contrasts past cutthroat competition with today’s cooperative business climate. It argues that policies of the New Deal fostered goodwill, confidence, and a saner mode of business conduct. It then warns about carbon monoxide poisoning from running engines in closed garages and urges fresh air and safety.
Contentment over Keeping Up in Small Town Ethics
The Crestview Messenger argues contentment with earned means over shows of wealth. It praises canning industry growth led by home demonstration agents, noting Florida labeled products in northern markets and the sector’s role in local revenue and food supply. It also observes European nations supportive of the United States amid global finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crestview Messenger
Joneses
Smiths
Johnsons
Florida
Politician Running for Office Leaves Vague Stance
The article notes uncertainty about a candidate’s position as the campaign unfolds, with observers unsure where he stands on key issues and policy directions. It discusses the challenge of interpreting statements and predicting voting behavior.
Children’s Home Society Seeks Christmas Donations
Florida’s Children’s Home Society reports a deficit of over 15000 to fund care for more than 38000 homeless and orphan children this year. Marcus C. Fagg urges contributions of money food candy nuts and clothing from readers across the state to meet the need before Christmas. Send cash to V Covington treasurer 40 Buckman Building Jacksonville or donate goods at 2560 Riverside Avenue Jacksonville or branch homes in Pensacola Miami Lakeland.
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Florida
Children’s Home Society of
Riverside Avenue
Jacksonville
Miami
Lakeland
Pensacola
Marcus C
Fagg
V. Covington
Treasure
Buckman Bullding
Facksonville
Jackson
Mine of the Home Society
Snte
Florida business brisk as tourists flood state
The piece reports that towns across Florida show thriving commerce with crowded hotels and shops. Lakeland, Plant City, Kissimmee, and Leesburg are busy. officials anticipate a strong strawberry season and a renewed festival push. The author notes patience about marketing, orange crops, and housing shortages while urging policy changes to clear red flags blocking growth.
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Plant City
Huff
Bet of Commerce
French
Mulberry Press
Polk County
Lakeland
Bartow
Winter Haven
Florida
Lake Wales
Tavares
Ralph Gore
Lake County
Leesburg
Umatilla
Sam Peacock
George
Edith Keller
Mount Dora
Apopka
Winter Park
Orlando
Kissimmee
Neel
the Gazette
Gables
St. Cloud
Hunter Arms
Haines City
Sebring
Frostproof
Avon Park
Switzerland
Lake County Fair and Poultry Show Set for January in Eustis
Premium lists are ready for Lake County's Fourth Annual Fair and Sixteenth Annual Poultry Show to be held January 3–8 in Eustis. Events include Farmers Day January 4, Tourist Day January 5, Civic Clubs Day January 6, 4 H Club Day January 7, and Everybody's Day January 8 with mid way attractions and exhibits from the State Marketing Commission. President H H Hethcox and Manager A S Clark urge all Central Florida residents to attend.
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Lake County
Eustis
Monay
E County
Florida
State Marketing Commission
Lake
H. H. Hethcox
A. S. Clark
Lake County Chamber Ad Promoted by Florida Public Service
The Florida Municipal Record notes Lake County’s half page ad in the November issue. After detailing the county, the ad invites readers to contact the Lake County Chamber of Commerce for locations. The promotion was paid for by the Florida Public Service Company as part of its county cooperation.
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Florida Municipal Record
Lake County
Lake County salutes Earl Brown and Florida National Exhibits
Lake County Chamber of Commerce passes a unanimous resolution praising Earl Brown Edward Ball and their Florida National Exhibits Inc for securing extensive Florida exhibits at the 1939 New York World’s Fair and for plans to keep Florida prominent at future fairs. W J Howey lauds their publicity across Chicago New York and Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake County
Chamber of Commerce
Earl Brown
Edward Ball
Florida National Exhibits, Inc
Florida
New York
W. J. Howey
Howey-in-the- Hills
Fellowship Night Begins At First EC Church
The First EC Episcopal Church invites all to a new mid week series Fellowship Night starting tonight at 7:15 with a community devotional on Jesus Disciples. An 8:00 entertainment program features instrumental music by Velma Nice Harry Wise and Cliffxylophone plus readings and singing by Mrs. Tanner and Mrs. Wyatt. Admission is free with a clothing offering for underprivileged town children.
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EC Episcopal
Heber D. Ketcham
D.D
Kenneth G. Rogers
C. M. Gudgeon
A. P. Sidel
Jesus
Velma Nice
Harry Wise
Cliff
Arthur Tanner Read
Esther Wyatt
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Mount Dora, Florida
Edith Edeburn
Keller
Noa
Eugene L. Downs
Mount the Florida
Florida Sm S Association
Saasant
iConiaa
LA Florida
United States
Children’s. Home Society
Advan
Genteman
Nate Broking
Cve O
Highlands County News
Rod Arkell
Sebring American
Mr. Roosevelt
Congress
Eustis Road
Tavares, Fla
New England
Miss. Dole
The
Atlanta Sunday American
Hollywood
Lake Thanks
Remington
Southern Printing Co
Austin
Liona V. Odell
Fifth Ave
Tfc
A. C. Quixley Realty Co
W. C. Williams
Eleventh Ave
J. O. Hall
Simmons
Villa Dora
Helen St
J. J. Chapman
E. 3Rd Ave
Villa Evans
City Hall
5Th Ave
Wile’s
Tangerine
Lake Franklin Park
Atp
Alice M. Davis
Donnelly St
Onc
Baldwin Grand
Atlanta
National Piano Company
Volusia Ave
Daytona Beach
L. E. Klatte
Lake Jem
Fla
Wile’s Poultry
Sylvan Shores Hotel
Court House
I. E. Fulmer
Harold Wilson
W. M. Kennedy
Mount Dora, Fla
First Baptist Church
Corner Tenth and
Tremain
Neslie V. Underwood
Community Church
Andrew Melrose Brodie
Florence Gilbert Hanscom
Organist Bible School
ST. Thomas Episcopal
Fla Eustis
D. T. Johnson
Church OF Christ
ST. Mary’s OF the Lakes
Grove St
Badger Ave
Patrick Doyle
Clermont
Church OF God
Pentecostal
Liberty St
G. G. Prince
First Church OF Christ Scientist
Grove Street
Lemon Avenue
God
Man
Fountain Inn
Eustis Street
Louis R. Tremain
Donnelly Ave
Ray E. Daniels
Perrydell
Orlando P. O
Dixie Mies
Rio Vista
Rehbaum & Co
DR. Richardson
Fourth Avenue
Alfred Rehbaum
J. J. West
An J. Stuart
M. Wells
First National Bank
Cooley & Osborne
Law
Donnelly
T. H. Evans
Seaboard E Railroad
Pinelando
L. A. Tremain
J. M. Smith
Florida Keys
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