Community Forum Season Opens With January Lectures
The forum series presents lectures from January 4 to March 14 on topics like subconscious tricks, family survival, Gandhi and the Indian problem, biology and longevity, criminal behavior, and world affairs. Each session includes a audience Q&A and a half hour of community singing. The Forum Committee chair is Dr. Cornelia M. Clapp with members including Miss Madeline Milner and J. M. McCown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William S. Sadler
Ernest R. Groves
S. L. Joshi
Joseph K. Hart
Louis Binstock
Harold Tobin
Madeline Milner
D. D. Roseborough
Louise N. Newhall
J. M. McCown
Cornelia M. Clapp
A. J. Waltz
Houstis Eddy
W. A. Conrad
D. B. Spencer
Alfred Rehbaum
John Neville
G. B. Shepard
Planting Forest Trees in Florida bulletin aids reforestation
The Florida Forest Service released Planting Forest Trees in Florida detailing reforestation methods, stock sources, species guidance, planting timing, spacing, labor, and costs. It covers fire protection, economics of timber growing, and notes over 2 180 acres reforested since 1928 with slash and longleaf pines. One year old trees cost $3 per thousand plus shipping.
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Florida Forest Service
Florida
The
Bulletin
Tallahassee
Florida Winter Visitors Seek Rest Golf Or Racing In Florida Season
Florida officials predict a strong winter season with visitors prioritizing rest fishing golf or racing. State Hotel Commissioner Ben Bostain cites rising bookings since December and optimism from hotel owners and transport reps after recent meetings in New York and within Florida.
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Florida
Ben Bostain
New York
Bostain
Florida Hotel Commission
Grand Central Palace
Busi
Hotel Commission
Sail Boat Race Winners Reported After Breezy Afternoon
An almost windless afternoon limited sail boat races on Saturday with four entrants. Laura Bell, skippered by Lloyd Jones, won first place with White Wings taking second under C. E. Perkins. Red Bird and the Kid did not finish. In rowing events, Roberta Widmer and Harriet Wise won girls doubles, Mortimer McCown and Milton Chapman won boys doubles, Bob Quixley and Merrill Bradstreet won older boys doubles, Ted Eastman won boys singles, and Ross Tremain won men's singles.
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Laura Bell
Pageant Cast at University of Boston Elicits Lively Performance
Abby Jo Simpson was among the Miss. cast presenting the pageant Why the Chimes Rang at the Sargent School of Physical Education. The dramatic musical production featured an all women student cast with the Sargent School glee club providing the musical accompaniment.
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Abby Jo Simpson
Sargent School of Physical Education
University of Boston
Sargent School Glee Club
Mount Dora Visitors From Mahwah N J Stay In Auburndale
Mr and Mrs L E Griffith of Mahwah New Jersey spent last winter in Mount Dora and are currently staying in Auburndale They plan to return to Mount Dora later in the season praising the town s residents parks streets and overall appearance according to Mr Griffith
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L. E. Griffith
Mahwah
N. J
Mount Dora
Auburndale
Florida Rail Service Boosts Winter Travel Demand
The Florida State Chamber of Commerce reports new winter passenger schedules and enhanced through train service to attract visitors. The Five Ticket Plan allows both southbound and outbound travel with cars shuttled to depots, plus all expense tours to major Florida destinations. Special rail cars and early bookings indicate a busy season ahead.
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Florida
Florida State Chamber of Commerce
Land of Sunshine
Local Boy Wins in Poultry Show at Lake County
A. Lee French Jr. of the County 4-H club entered white Wyandottes at the Lake County Poultry Show in Tavares. Among 140 birds from over forty 4-H entrants in a 500-bird event, he won first and second prizes in Wyandotte class and earned 4-H credit for best pullet. He received ribbons and prize money and plans to improve his stock under the 4-H motto to make the best better.
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A. Lee French Jr
Lake County
Tavares
Lee Jr
Lee
Births in Miami and Rodman announce two new children
Mr and Mrs Herbert S Whitehead of Miami announce the birth of daughter Elizabeth Marie on Sunday night December 20. Mrs Whitehead formerly Miss Violet Banks. Mr and Mrs Herman B Cole of Rodman New York announce the birth of son Frederick Hart on Sunday December 13 1931. Mrs Cole before marriage was Miss Doris Lane of Mount Dora.
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Herbert S. Whitehead
Miami
Elizabeth Marie
Herman B. Cole
Rodman
N. Y
Frederick Hart
The Topic Sends Season Greetings for Christmas and New Year
The Topic extends season greetings and wishes readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, conveying warm regards for the festive period.
June in December in Florida This Year
A curious weather note from Florida reports contradictory timing with June-like conditions persisting into December. The report notes unusual climate patterns, potential heat waves, and seeks weather guidance from local meteorologists.
Florida Citrus Industry Urges Curtailment Ahead of Holidays
The Florida Citrus Growers Clearing House Association calls for immediate curtailment of shipments as a record 1800 car week ends December 19, 50 percent above any prior week. They note 7000 fewer orange cars and 7500 fewer grapefruit cars available than last year, and warn excess supply risks during a shortened Christmas auction week.
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Florida Citrus Growers’ Clearing House Association
Florida
Clearing House
California
Christmas Program At Kiwanis Today
Kiwanis hosts a Christmas program at the luncheon with Epworth League quartet carols and a message by Rev. M J Bouterse. Lunch at 12 15 by the ladies committee. Funds from the Christmas tree gifts will aid the King s Daughters and Central Relief Committee. Guests include H J Morrison T A Jackson John C Lochner T J Christopher and Mrs M J Bouterse. Paul R Mahony discusses travels and Colombia.
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Kiwanis
Epworth League
M. J. Bouterse
Mount Dora
King’s Daughters
Central Relief Committee
Harry J. Morrison
Gainesville
Florida
T. A. Jackson
Castine
Maine
John C. Lochner
Clermont
T. J. Christopher
Orlando
Mr. Mahony
South America
Colombia
Bogota
United States
Heath Busy with Civic Activities in Marquette
Frank Heath directs civic efforts in Marquette Michigan through the Mining Journal reports. Highlights include the opening of Santa Claus Lane with festive decorations and a monster night parade. Also featured is the Junior Follies revue staged by Marquette High School girls under professional guidance.
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Frank Heath
Marquette
Mich
Big Daily
Heath
Michigan Peninsula
Florida Products Campaign Encourages Florida Fruit Use
The Florida State Department has launched a campaign to boost the use of Florida grown fruits and vegetables. The initiative aims to increase local sourcing and support regional growers across the state.
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Florida
State Department
Ecewise Now Ver
Christmas Tree Celebration Tonight In Community Hall
A community Christmas celebration is set for 7 30 tonight in the Community Building. The event features carols led by Miss Neville, a Girls Glee Club performance, and a Christmas tree with candy for children. The evening follows the Merchant’s Christmas Tree event and gifts from progressive merchants, which drew a large, pleased crowd. Names of gift recipients will appear next week.
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Miss Neville
Girls Glee Club
Chimes To Be Rung From Bethlehem
Trinity church in New York will ring its Bethlehem chimes at midnight on Christmas Eve. A historic Christmas Eve event invites listeners to “listen in” as the electrical impulse from Bethlehem starts the ringing.
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Trinity
Bethlehem
Trinity Church
New York
Mount Dora Chamber Supper and Election Next Wednesday
Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce scheduled its monthly supper and annual meeting for next Wednesday at 6 30 PM in the Community Building. Supper costs 50 cents with proceeds funding improvements to the building. T L Dumas Atlantic Coast Line will speak on railroads and a full chamber report will cover activities and finances for the year.
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Dumas
Mount Dora
Atlantic Coast Line
America
Chamber of Commerce
Housing Market Clues Point to Strong Town Filling
The town shows rising home and cottage sales with demand exceeding supply, signaling a healthier real estate market and more construction activity than before.
Dora Branch Ends Red Cross Membership Drive
The Dora Branch states memberships will be wed through January first, ending the Red Cross drive.
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Red Cross
Dora
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Kiwanis Today
Michigan City
Florida Products
Nature Magazine
St. Augustine
Herman Gunter
Coastal
Cape Cod
Massachusetts
Ocala
Woman's Club
Eustis
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