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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1967
Page
4
The piece laments campaign silence in Mount Dora praising direct, clear pledges. It contrasts offerings with choices and notes voters want specific plans and convictions, not vague promises or silent politicking. It argues candidates often fear unpopular platforms yet could earn support by boldly stating them.
In the approaching snowbird season crooks target retirees widows and homeowners with fraudulent schemes. They use mail phone and doorbell contacts to promise free home inspections and cheap repairs then demand payment for substandard or unnecessary services, often after mail or doorstep contact.
Rep. Herlong announced a $1 021 390 boost in VA benefits for Vietnam era and older veterans over the next year. The increase, part of the 1967 Veterans Pension and Readjustment Act, targets veterans widows and children. About 9530 constituents in his district will receive roughly 537 150 of the rise.
The text urges readers to hire reputable, long established firms approved by local authorities. It warns that many swindles exist today and cautions against opening the door to itinerant salesmen, emphasizing careful contractor selection. The implied guidance stresses avoiding unverified contractors.
Mount Dorans hosts a display by Garden Club members showcasing talent and community spirit. Hulda Herrick Price reflects on political tensions and unity, noting participants’ efforts to honor the flag and the enduring principles of the United States.
The article notes safe moisture levels for stored grain: corn at 13 percent and soybeans at 11 percent when storing for four months or more. It advises reoperating the fan to maintain adequate moisture and mentions using spray as additional cooling for grain.
DORIAN reminds sportsmen the third phase of Florida's dove season begins at 12 noon Saturday December 16 and runs through January 8 with 12 birds per day and a two day bag limit. Legal hours are noon to sunset. A separate note mentions golf honors for Mount Dora Golf Association and local figures.
John C. Dettra, 87, father of Mount Dora resident Howard Dettra, died December 8 in Oaks Pennsylvania. He chaired Dettra Flag Oaks Co since 1901 and in 1906 arranged a shipment of 90 000 five foot sewed stripes US flags for a premium firm. He wintered in Mount Dora and left funds to Eastern Baptist College at St Davids Pennsylvania in his memory.
The county agents office invites residents to discuss storage options. Officials stand ready to provide guidance and answer questions about best practices, safety, and local resources.
The Most Improved Player program began in 1956 by Golf Digest. Gardner Dickinson Sr. writes the Spiked Shoes column for the Panama City News-Herald and notes a fine tournament at Mount Dora.
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