Local Historical Dates Highlight Leesburg Figures
A compiled set of anniversaries lists notable events and births in Leesburg area history. It records Grover C. Mahoney Post No. 52 formation, births of W. J. Babb and Manuel Sloan, Pythian Sister Temple No. 14 charter, and Confederate Chapter U D C charter with early leaders.
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Grover C. Mahoney
Leesburg
O. Baker
W. J. Babb
Clinton
Tenn
Manuel Sloan
Dist
Mascotte
Temle
Juliet T. Smith
Eustis
Florida
Ivey C. Johnson
Confederate Gra
Stella Peter Fabyan
Digging In Early Boosts Local Project Progress
Community leaders urge proactive work on the project, citing early digging and planning efforts as key to meeting milestones. City agencies and neighborhood groups coordinate, aiming to reduce delays and involve residents in the process.
The Public Library’s Quiet Power in Communities
A writer extols libraries as the strongest force for good in any town. Open shelves and calm reading rooms shape minds and sustain civic life through without fanfare service. The claim rests on long standing community roles.
Civic Pride and Wealth Clash in Public Morals
A New York millionaire argues the poor enjoy happiness while the Montgomery Advertiser claims many motorists lack basic driving education. It notes drivers should stay on the right side of the street and not drive in the middle.
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Montgomery Advertiser
Florida Citrus Movement Boosts Northern Markets and Jobs
Florida's golden fruit moves in large volume to northern markets as Christmas demands raise shipments. The dependable money crop creates more grove and packing house employment, infusing money into circulation and reviving local business activity.
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Florida
Papayas Promising New Industry in Lake County
Growing interest centers on papayas as a semi tropical fruit with medicinal value. Experts predict cultivation could become a leading industry within a decade. The fruit aids digestion and treats stomach disorders, boosting demand as awareness grows. Lake County is well suited and has already planted large numbers of trees.
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Lake County
Florida Real Estate Booms on Growing Investor Confidence
Real estate activity in Florida is flourishing as investors from various regions enter the market. Daily transactions show optimism and belief in the safety and soundness of property investments, driven by unfaltering faith rather than seasonal expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Prin No Vic
The Christmas Spirit
The piece extols Christmas kindness and humanity, noting generous deeds lift the needy and foster fellowship. It envisions joy from gift giving and hopeful hearts, ending with a sincere wish for readers to enjoy the happiest Christmas.
Florida publicity drives winter visitor boom says chamber official
Karl Lehmann, secretary of the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, says Florida will see about 2 250 000 winter visitors this year. He notes nearly two and a half million dollars are spent on advertising while magazine and newspaper publicity from authors such as David Newell and Nina Wilcox Putman boosts the state’s appeal. He emphasizes constructive advertising by interested parties and urges communities to act aggressively to capture their share of new residents and visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karl Lehmann
Lake County
Florida
Mr. Lehmann
Herty Laboratory Fund Drive Urges Southern Support
A Savannah committee led by Howard C. Foss seeks funds to continue Dr. Charles H. Herty's pine pulp research after the Chemical Foundation of America ends backing. The effort stresses the project’s value to the South’s prosperity and resource development.
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Charles H. Herty
Chemical Foundation of America
Herty
South
Savannah
Howard C. Foss
Southland
Agricultural education drives Florida progress in farming
President Roosevelt endorses agricultural education in Florida as crucial for future prosperity. County and home demonstration agents provide expert advice to farmers fruit growers and truck growers, boosting methods and costs for families through home gardening and canning.
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Roosevelt
Florida
Florida to spotlight state as winter resort and growth center
Florida launches five exhibits this winter to attract visitors and investors. Earl W. Brown leads displays in Philadelphia and New York stations, Grand Central Palace in February, plus two Florida showcases at Tampa Fair and Central Florida Exposition in Orlando in February 1919. Hundreds of thousands are expected to view.
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Florida
Earl W. Brown
Florida National
Pennsylvania Station
Philadelphia
New York
Grand Central Palace
Tampa Fair
Orlando
Hunting Season Advice From State Game Secretary
I N Kennedy warns hunters to handle guns safely and avoid overhunting. He urges fire prevention in woods, conservation of game and forest resources, and to respect bag limits. He notes game is plentiful this season and stresses careful, sensible hunting for safety and enjoyment.
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I. N. Kennedy
State Game and Fresh Water Commission
Pause for Businessmen in Sunny Florida
The Manufacturers' Record urges tired businesspeople to take a long rest in Florida. It argues life is gentler there with blue skies and pine scents inviting recreation. A lengthy pause is seen as renewing vigor and readiness to resume work.
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Florida
Modest Publisher Warns Subscriptions Due
An editorial note from Uncle Lanky recalls a lighthearted plea to readers about unpaid subscriptions. The piece showcases a humorous, self deprecating tone from a longtime local publisher who uses coy language to remind subscribers of their debts without offending them.
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Bob Burns
Lanky
The Shiloah Comes and a Christmas of Faith
A Georgia Alabama poem recalls Herod's cruelty and the sorrow of Rachel for her children, contrasting with the birth of a savior who leads to heaven. W. E. Snell and daughter visit Eufala's Port, Ala, noting ninety years of life.
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D. T. Ard
Eufala’s
Port
Ala
W. E. Snell and
Third Fellowship Night with Slide Show and Christmas Party
The third Fellow night begins with community singing at 7 15 led by Mr AALT. Lindsay Gospel Illustrators from Binghamton NY present 170 colored slides titled Story of the Ages. The scriptural lecture features old masters, special music by Miss Mary Ellis, and a Christmas party at 8 30 with Sunday school cooperation. Everyone is invited.
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Aalt
Lindsay Gospel
T Lindsay Justrators
Binghampton
New York
Mary Ellis
Enjoyed Trip North by Major L. Marsh
Major Charles L. Marsh returned from a month in the north visiting his mother and sister in Toledo Ohio and Mrs Marsh's family in northern Michigan. He found plenty of snow and ice and motored through snow drifts. His 84 year old mother joined him on drives and recalled old horse and buggy days.
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Charles L. Marsh
Toledo
Ohio
Mount Dora Topic Feature Draws Florida Winter Interest
Local items note George L. Horton sending a copy of The Mount Dora Topic, a 14 page weekly paper showing Mount Dora as an attractive winter locale with homes, businesses, hotels and clubs. A cocoanut in its original shell on a window display on the lower east coast attracts wide attention.
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Union Springs
N.Y
George L. Horton
Florida
Mount Dora
Death of Theo Vandervert of Onawa Iowa at 93
Mr and Mrs Grant Cowles report the death of Theo Vandervert of Onawa Iowa at his home on December 15 at age 93 Burial occurred December 17 He is survived by his widow son Bern Vandervert and daughter Mrs Fred Ford all of Onawa They spent two winters in Mount Dora in the Cowles apartments and enjoyed friendships there and were visited by the Cowles this summer Vandervert had been ill but was better when they departed
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Grant Cowles
Theo Vandervert
Onawa
Iowa
Bern Vandervert
Fred Ford
Vandervert
Mount Dora
Cowles
McDonald Street
Mrs. Cowles
Mr. Vandervert
Florida Scouts to Hold Camporal at O Leno Camp
The Florida Scouts announce the annual Camporal of Florida to be held December 28 29 and 30 at the O Leno Forestry Training Camp near High Springs. W A Dobson Regional Scout Executive says patrol competitions will cover camping cooking campercraft miscellaneous projects camp fires programs and stunts. The Camporal moves from prior Scout Council camps to the state owned O Leno site for its strategic location and forestry support.
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Florida Boy Scouts
O’leno Forestry
Florida Forest and Park Service
High Springs
W. A. Dobson
Shean of Forestry
O’leno
Senators Laud Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Florida senators and congressmen praise the Lake County Chamber of Commerce for its outstanding work statewide. They commend its aggressive leadership, active service, and steady achievements highlighting the organization as a model for Florida counties.
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Senators Praise Lake Organization
Church Service Schedule for Pastor Neale Underwood
Rev Neale V Underwood leads Sunday School at 945 morning worship at 1100 and evening service at 730 All are welcome including strangers and those without a regular church home Mid week service is Wednesday at 730 pm Boy Scouts? No. B Y P U at 630.
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Neale V. Underwood
St Thomas Episcopal Eustis Service Schedule
In St Thomas Episcopal Eustis Florida at 9 45 a m Sunday School and 11 a m Holy Communion with sermon by Rector D T Johnson.
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ST. Thomas Episcopal Eustis, Fla
D. T. Johnson
Lord's Day Bible Volume 10 Service Schedule
Lord's Day service times listed with preaching and communion at 11 AM and 7 15 PM. Prayer meeting and song service held Thursday nights. Tourists welcome. Reverend Lawrence Mize is the preacher.
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Lawrence Mize
St Marys of the Lakes Church Service Times
St Marys of the Lakes Catholic Church Grove Street and Badger Avenue Eustis Florida lists mass schedule with 8:00 a.m. service in Clermont. 10:00 a.m. at Eustis and First Friday Mass at 7:30 a.m. Rev Patrick Doyle pastor.
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ST. Mary’s OF the Lakes
Grove St
Badger Ave
Eustis
Fla
Patrick Doyle
Clermont
Church Worship Schedule for Rev. G. G. Prince
Regular services held each Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. Prayer meeting is Thursday at 7:30 p.m. All are invited to attend and worship.
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G. G. Prince
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