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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1949
Page
3
The piece argues that Santa Claus cannot be killed by cynicism and that the spirit of giving remains constant across generations. It stresses that the essence lies in the act of giving, not the value of gifts, and that honoring the spirit strengthens belief in Christmas.
A reflection on how the spirit of giving, rooted in Christmas, fosters selflessness, family bonds, and reverent appreciation for Bethlehem. The text argues that Santa’s generosity enhances belief in the Christ Child and deepens awareness of others during the holiday season.
First round matches delivered upsets as Turner Bowman eliminated Haynes Rice 4 and 3 while Tremain Marino ousted Graves Lockwell 3 and 1. Trenham Carr rallied to beat Sieg Stebbins 2 and 1 and Keller Due toppled Overhiser Graves 3 and 1. Jack Keller posted 36 37 73 highlight round at Hill Top as Webb Ley won the weekly purse and Overhiser nearly aced the 168 yard hole.
A Lake County diary coversThursday through Tuesday with cool mornings and warm afternoons, seasonal decorations, and a Dickens Christmas at the IceHouse theatre. Vivid sunsets over Florida skies, orchards heavy with oranges, and local fishing tales frame daily life and holiday cheer. Noting Sun warmth, fires, and town lights, the piece blends climate, culture, and community.
The report notes Blind Bogey winners Webb Loy Bob Sieg Roy Christopher and J M Turner. Jack Groves and Grits Rice tied for low Gross with 74s while Hank Bowdish and H L Trenham won Special Awards. Scores listed include Stockwell Marino Bales Hardy Stebbins Christopher Overhiser Haynes Turner and a nine hole female set led by Mrs Harry Backus.
Groveland residents gather Saturday for a community sing beneath a 20 foot tree lit with 200 lights. Gifts of candy and fruit will be given to each child as the Groveland High School Glee Club leads the program at 4 p.m. Meanwhile a separate tree stands before the Negro school on Polk City road under the Council sponsorship.
Groveland seeks bids for a new well and pumping station at the town waterworks. The approx. five thousand dollar project will be paid from the city's general fund. Bids from Libby Freeman Orlando and Vaughan Dibble and Son were received by the city council and will be opened at the January meeting.
Groveland's City Council met to certify last week's election results. Elmer Puryear was elected mayor Howard Kurfiss secured a council seat in a multi candidate race John Arnold won a council post with 102 votes Kurfiss earned 87 and Lacy Thomas 43 votes.
A Mount Dora golf offer promotes 9 hole play for 1.09 dollars and all day access at 1.50 dollars. The pricing suggests a local sports or leisure deal with club or course promotion.
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