Merchants Christmas Tree Event Attracts Audience
A large crowd filled the auditorium for a merchants Christmas tree event distributing gifts from local shops. Gratitude was voiced for home merchants and the community’s role in keeping spending local. Gifts included a 12 pound ham to J. G. Lewis, Sorrento. Two presents from Mosteller Brothers. a $10 Dyer set to Mrs. Condit. five dollars in trade to Cadman. groceries from Economy Cash Grocery to Ed Lewis. ten dollars in trade from Grand Leader to Mrs. (Continued on Page 6).
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidel’s
J. G. Lewis
Sorrento
Mosteller Brothers
Dolly ‘Hayden
Richard A. Eddy
Lake View Pharmacy
Dyer
M. Condit
the & Frill
Cadman
Reer
Ed Lewis
State Road Dept Sets New Record in Paving Progress
The State Road Department reports 1026.73 miles paved in the three years ending this year, the most in a similar period. Chair Robert W. Bentley notes 635.52 miles graded and 16,525 feet of concrete bridges plus 3,751 feet of wooden bridges built, as timber bridges decline in favor of reinforced concrete.
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State Road Department
Robert W. Bentley
Martin
Carlton
Road Department
Bentley
Citrus Groups Aim to Stabilize Grapefruit Prices
Winter Haven special report notes a joint move by the Clearing House Committee of Fifty and the Exchange association presidents to set a minimum grapefruit price of forty cents a box for canneries and trucks. The plan follows actions from December and notes fewer crates left to move than a year earlier, urging a coordinated industry effort to stabilize prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winter Haven
Clearing House Committee of Fifty
The
Exchange
Clearing House
Exchange Association
Statisso
Community Christmas Eve Gathering Delights Local Folks
The Community auditorium hosted a Christmas Eve party filled with carols and special music by the Epworth League quartet and the Girls Glee Club. Santa Claus handed out candy from a decorated tree as children cheered. A collection for Jacksonville Children’s Home raised 32.58 dollars, sent by Dr. Dickson, event chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Girls Glee Club
Santa Claus
Jacksonville
Dickson
Tourist Dances Return at Mount Dora Community Building
The tourist dances resume at the Mount Dora Community Building every Saturday night from 8 30 to 11 30 during winter. The Wise Orchestra provides the music and a 25 cent admission applies to all entrants. A card table is available for spectators. The Topic wishes readers a Happy and Prosperous New Year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise
Mount Dora
Governor May Call 3rd Extra Session
Governor Doyle Carlton warns a third extra legislative session may be necessary as state finances tighten. He cites $500,000 cut from the general revenue fund since July, urges stringent retrenchment, and notes gasoline and auto license tax revenues largely revert to counties. He says new measures fall short of expectations and may force further savings or a session.
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Doyle Carlton
Tallahassee
House
Senate
Carlton
General Revenue
New Years Ball At Yacht Club Reopens Club Season
The Commodore and officers revive the annual New Years Ball at the Yacht Club to celebrate the New Year and launch the 1932 activities. Members former members and friends are invited for an eight thirty to twelve dancing evening.
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Yacht Club
Commodore Johnson
Outdoor Club Elects Officers For Ensuing Year
The Out Door Club also known as the Flat Tire Club held its annual meeting on Saturday and elected officers for the year. President J G Kirby vice president L J Hackworth secretary-treasurer I D Ronsheim captain of horseshoe courts Mr Betts captain of bridge games Mr Howard captain of 500 games Frank Lawrence life member Adam Hazelwood was elected to life membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flat Tire
J. G. Kirby
L. J. Hackworth
I. D. Ronsheim
Betts
Mr. Howard
Frank Lawrence
Adam Hazelwood
Commerce Chamber Holds Largest Meeting Yet
The ladies committee hosted a full attendance with over a hundred reservations and walk ins for a year end gathering. President George J. White oversaw enthusiastic reports while a nominating committee proposed four directors to replace term expirants S. Graves S. Sadler A. Rehbaum and H. Coleman. T. L. Dumas of the Atlantic Coast Line spoke on railroad challenges and Florida’s bright outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
George J. White
O. M. Simpson
C. J. Helms
D. F. Crane
Carl Graves
S. S. Sadler
Alfred Rehbaum
Harold Coleman
T. L. Dumas
Atlantic Coast Line Railroad
Dumas
Florida
Annual Election At Tourist Club Christmas Night
The Tourist Club held its annual officer election and a varied program on Christmas night though turnout was below par. Officers elected were President Bradner Vice President Conrad and Hoppenrath Secretary Masten Treasurer Warren. The evening featured Christmas carols vocal solos by Mrs White and Mr LaBreck a medley of songs dances speeches and music by Harold Bunde and John Arnold. Uncle George Bundy delivered a 15 minute humorous talk and Cadman closed with Mrs Fitchs Morning Prayer urging observance in the coming year.
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Bradner
Conrad
Hoppenrath
Masten
Miss Warren
White
LaBreck
Orlando
Harold Bunde
John Arnold
George Bundy
Cadman
Here for the Winter by E M Wentworth
E M Wentworth of Here and Mount Dora announces plans to quit his desk in Des Moines after over thirty years representing the Pennsylvania Railroad. He notes returning home for the winter as the sun shines and mocking birds sing.
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E. M. Wentworth
Lake Shore Drive
No. 220
Mount Dora
Des. Moines
Iowa
Pennsylvania Railroad
The Rock Garden at Villa Dora Hotel Guest
Mr. D. G. Hinsdale, a guest at the Villa Dora Hotel, has one dollar to his name as he faces an uncertain stay, hinting at financial strain and a possible local setback captured in the noted column.
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D. G. Hinsdale
Villa Dora Hotel
Flame vine at its best in late season display
A fragment notes the flame vine is at its best, likely during the late season display. The brief mentions vibrant coloration and peak growth, with no further details on location or timeframe.
Florida publicity needs clear facts to counter misperception
Florida faces rumors and prejudice about heat and tropics, while boasting growth. Officials urge accurate statewide promotion highlighting fascinations, climate, and fishing to counter criticism and sustain a 1.4 million population rise since 1900, amid fierce regional competition.
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Florida
Rabies warning urges restraint of pets in town
Town urges dog and cat owners to keep pets off the streets and under control. After a rabid dog bit two children and another dog showed disease signs, authorities killed related animals and advised owners to prevent harm by confining healthy pets or treating suspected cases.
Mount Dora Band Schedule for Tuesday Practice
Weekly practice of the Mount Dora Municipal Band at the Community Building is set for Tuesday night. The notice specifies a January meeting time and location for band members.
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Mount. Dora
Plans Afoot For Big Orlando Exposition 1932 Big Fair
Premium list for the Central Florida Exposition to be held in Orlando February 23 to 27 1932 is off the press and available from the Court House office. Ground space is allotted with many counties communities and individuals pledging larger displays and increased visitor interest. Officials note Johnny J Jones shows will entertain the midway and Joe Lewis will run the grandstand.
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Orlando
Court House
Florida
Johnny J. Jones
Joe Lewis
Department of Game and Fresh Water
C.C. Woodward
Miss Partridge
Donnelly Block Sold for Investment at Mount Dora
This week the Donnelly business block at Donnelly and Fifth Avenues sold from the Donnelly Estate to O E Joes of Cheshire Conn and Mount Dora. The two story concrete block building will keep Lake View Pharmacy Piggly Wiggly Pool Room and Dr Wood’s office on the first floor. The second floor houses the Lodge Room Masons and Knights of Pythias TelePhone Exchange and living apartments to be converted into offices. It will be renamed Donnelly Office Building with D C Sherman as agent and rental includes janitor service.
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Mount Dora
Donnelly
Donnelly and
Fifth Avenues
O. E. Joes
Cheshire
Lake View Pharmacy
Piggly Wiggly
Dr. Wood
Masons
Knights of Pythias
Telephone Exchange
Apacteneia
Mr. Joes
D.C. Sherman
Mount Dora Sales Company
Gudgeon Family Claims Six Point Buck
T J Gudgeon and his son Clarence each harvested a fine six point buck on recent deer hunts. Gudgeon led a party of fourteen from Sheriff Cassady's camp in the Big Scrub, and Clarence’s shot marked his first deer hunt thrill.
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Gudgeon
Clarence Gudgeon
Mr. Gudgeon
Cassady
Bequest Mentions Fish Names in Murky Note
A garbled note describes fish and a bequest including Apopka and names Mosbacher Mount and Ought along with perch mouth bass in a puzzling fragment.
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Mosbacher
Mount A
Ought
Perch
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Division Chamber of Commerce
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the Rock Garden
Kiwanis
Prof
Roseborough
Central Florida
D. D. Roseborough
Tom Cooley
Shepherd
Foller
Robert Tuttle
Alfred Carter
Robert McMurray
Kenneth Jensen
Star of the East
Raymond Perkins
M. J. Bouterse
Christ
Messiah
God
Dr. Barnes
Germany
Earl Barnes
Barnes
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