Lake County Exceeds Quota for Children's Home Donations
The Lake County report shows donations surpassing the quota with 4068.80 in cash and 219.00 in other contributions from communities such as Altoona Clermont Eustis Fruitland Park Groveland Howey Leesburg Mascotte Minneola Montverde Mount Dora Okahumpka Sorrento Tavares Umatilla and more. The drive aimed to cover debts and ensure thirty days of operations in the new year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sealy “Cie
Lal County
Altoona
Astor
Clermont
Eustis
Fruitland Park
Groveland
Howey
Lady Lake
Lake Jem
Leesburg
Mascotte
Minneola
Mohawk
Montverde
Mount Dora
Okahumpka
Sorrento
Tavares
Astatula
Umatilla
Alaha
Riley's Park Guests Welcome New Arrivals and Events
New arrivals Mr. and Mrs. Morgan of Wooster Ohio and Mr. and Mrs. J L Smith from St Pete join Riley's Park visitors. Jim Riley plans fishing contests with the four horsemen while Erna Riley leads with Bumsy and Paul in playful chatter. Dinner hosts Peg Chausse and Tom Finn receive compliments. next week Os Riley and Miss Blakeleybe host. Bingo night brings cheer. Ern Riley's new boat launches soon with a possible public christening. Peg travels to Daytona to compete for the Golden Trophy Shuffle ment. pinochle and bridge games continue nightly with champions Grady and Col Carson pressured by rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erna
Riley
Bumsy
Paul
Peg Chausse
Tom Finn
Os Riley
Miss Blakeley
Mickey
Ern Riley
Ern
Peg
Daytona
Umstilla Club
Grady
Col. Carson
Endsley
Crawford
Mount Dora Girls Elected Sorority Officers
Two Mount Dora students attending John B. Stetson University in De Land were elected to offices of Pi Beta Phi at Stetson, according to a release from the Stetson Bureau of Publicity. Miss June Fenn is listed as daughter of Dr and Mrs Harry Todd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
John B. Stetson University
DeLand
Pi Beta Phi
Stetson
Stetson Bureau of Publici
June Fenn
Harry
Todd
Mount Dora Shuffleboard Club Faces Park Tensions in 1945
A Mount Dora shuffleboard club report details a game interrupted by a fire alarm and a smoke plume. Players note deserters and a substitution, with a male team leading 1298 to 1123. The piece protests park board actions, seeks Dean’s retention, condemns a roadside sign, and urges civic improvements and economic fairness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coehen White
Mr. Jenney
Mr. Sheldon
Jenney
Park Commissioners
Park Board
Dean
Park Commission
Mount Dora
Florida
Kiwanis Club
United States
Seek Ye First His Righteousness at Community Bible Class
A sermon emphasized seeking God's kingdom before material needs, urging unity and service. The Community Bible Class meets Sundays at ten in the church parlor, with attendees urged to join. The harmonized candle sticks on the communion table were gifted by Colonel Henry Page and Dr. Pratt, crafted from Honduras mahogany in Page's workshop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
God
Henry Page
Dr. Pratt
Honduras
Colonel Page
Great Hymns in Story and Song at First Methodist Church
The First Methodist Church hosts a 7 30 pm musical program titled Great Hymns in Story and Song led by I H Meredith composer singer editor and Charles S Given narrator The program echoes Wings of Song with a new hymn selection and features a Meredith solo and choir numbers under Mrs C M Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist
I. H. Meredith
Charles S. Given
Meredith
Mr. Given
Orlando Chamber of Commerce
Given
Fanny Ee Ae D. Sankey
Philip Bliss
Mr. Meredith
C. M. Brown
World Day of Prayer Observances Around the World
The Day of Prayer founded 40 years ago by Mrs Nathaniel James begins in Tonga and travels westward with services in 60 nations this year. In Mount Dora the Baptist Church hosts a 3 p.m. service with Mrs Daniel A Poling sharing the day’s history and meaning and its migrant and education initiatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathaniel James
Home Mission Society
Tonga
Friendly Islands
Fiji Islands
New Zealand
India
Persia
Egypt
England
Canada
Mexico
Alaska
Honolulu
Mount Dora
Baptist Church
Daniel A. Poling
Union Christian
Kiwanis Meeting Highlights Scout Talk and Attendance
Kiwanis members hear a talk by Floyd Woodward on the Scout Movement and its community impact. Vice President Don Conklin presides as attendance remains strong. comments note returning World War II veterans and a long attendance record by August Engelhard of Bridgeport, CT.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kiwanis
Don Conklin
Rene Bendents
Kiwanis International
Jack Groves
Folsman
Kiwanis Scout Committee
Floyd Woodward
Central Florida
Woodward
Fom Kiwanian
August Engelhard
Bridgeport
Conn
Ther
Mount Dora
North
Notes About Our Men In Service
Lt. Lawrence Hutchinson visits his parents at 354 Highland street after three years in the Caribbean. Sgt. W. F. Lassater, 10th Army Corps engineer, returns from twenty three months overseas mainly in the CBI theatre and will report to Miami for reassignment February 21. Pvt. B. C. Thompson writes of evacuation from a New Guinea hospital to a rest camp and then the Philippines with 50 letters and gifts awaiting, as Christmas and other packages arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Hutchinson
Caribbean
Norris Hutchinson
Highland Street
W. F. Lassater
10Th Army Corps
Miami
Marie Thompson
Pvt
B. C. Thompson
Philippines
New Guinea
Engrs. Const. Bn
Poppy Day Sets Mount Dora Observance
Poppy Day returns with a sale by American Legion Auxiliary supporting disabled veterans from World Wars I and II. Proceeds fund welfare and rehabilitation efforts, with 60 percent staying in the local Auxiliary treasury. Saturday February 17th marks the Mount Dora event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Legion Auxiliary
Auxiliary
Legion
Mount Dora
Income Tax Help Planned at Mount Dora Chamber
John L. Fahs, Collector of Internal Revenue, will have Deputy Collectors at the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce on February 21, 1945 to assist taxpayers in preparing income tax returns and to advise on tax liabilities. All individuals with gross income of 500 dollars or more must file. Taxpayers are urged to bring figures in a clear, connected form for quicker service, and to note the date since limited staff prevents additional sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Fahs
Internal Revenue
Chamber of Commerce
Mount Dora
Tespeyers
Fahs
Conference Basketball Semi finals Begin Tonight
Semi finals in the conference start tonight with the finals looming. The schedule lists key matchups and anticipation builds for a narrowed field and decisive outcomes.
Baptist Church Plans Pastorium on Lot Fronting Church
Mount Dora notes show Mrs. Daniel A Poling of Philadelphia visiting for a brief vacation with the Diebold sisters on Tremain Street. The church holds 9 45 a m 7 p m services with special music and a sermon by Pastor Sutley. A building committee was appointed to assemble funds and plans for a pastorium with an Easter funds drive and ongoing wall construction to resume shortly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel A. Poling
Phila- Sees
Powife
Christian Herald
Mount Dora
Diebold
Tremain Street
Cne
Informa
A. A. Stanley
J. M. McCown
T. A. Brotherson
J. F. Groves
C. B. Norman
C. M. Uithoven
Stella Owens
Ruby Doster
Doris Camp
C. C. Moorhead
R. G. Galloway
W. K.patrick
Florence G. Hanscom
Sutley
Winter Garden Dance Delights Soldiers at USO Club
The service men’s club hosts report a joyful Winter Garden dance with 78 soldiers present. Junior hostesses and chaperones lead activities while Stanley Wooley of the USO greets guests with a birthday cake and candies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brockett
Stanley Wooley
USO
Sorrento
Mary Allen
Band Boosters Report Membership Drive Progress
The Band Boosters Club reports 387.00 raised to date for the Manuel J. Sedano Memorial Band formerly Mount Dora School Band. Mrs. J. M. Turner thanks all contributors and helpers as Mr. H. C. Dresser plans a forthcoming concert with full member cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manuel J. Sedano
Mount Dora
J. M. Turner
H. C. Dresser
East Town Home Destroyed by Fire
The home of Elvira Johnson in East Town was completely destroyed by fire on Saturday afternoon. The cause is unclear with speculation the blaze may have started from an oil stove explosion. the family was able to escape and the building was insured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elvira Johnson
East Town
Ball Starts Here Tonight Finals Friday Night
A local basketball event begins this evening with the finals scheduled for Friday night. Teams and exact match details are not provided in the readable text.
Mount Dora Chamber Opens 1945 Membership Drive
Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce launches its 1945 drive with two business teams aiming for 175 memberships led by Alfred Rehbaum Sr. and Carl Graves. The drive, at Villa Dora Hotel, follows a successful 1944 report and seeks broad civic support to keep Mount Dora competitive among Florida tourist towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Florida
Chamber of Commer
South
Chamber of Commerce
George J. White
Alfred Rehbaum
Carl S. Graves
Grace M. Burke
O. M. Simpson
J. E. Fortner
D. Fletcher Crane
World traveler Alice Howland MacComber showcases lakes and mountains in Southern Chili
Community Club member Lt. Alice Howland MacComber presented colored lake and mountain photos from Southern Chili and spoke on Red Cross hospital work. A social evening next Tuesday honors Washington's Birthday with a colonial costume prize and refreshments for attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice Howland MacComber
Chili
Andes
Red Cross Gra
Washington
Mount Dora Schools Boost March of Dimes Total
Mount Dora contributions to the March of Dimes increase by 26.10 to bring the campaign total to 548.23 sent from the area. Carl D. Brorein of Tampa Florida State Chairman expresses thanks for public spirit and cooperation. Lacy G. Thomas of Groveland and J. F. Groves chair Mount Dora and Lake County campaigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Carl D. Brorein
Tampa
Florida
Lacy G. Thomas
Groveland
Lake County
J. F. Groves
Scouts Give Supper for Parents of Troop 19
Scouts of Troop 19 held a parents supper at the Methodist parish house with sixty attendees. Mrs. R. M. Turner and Scout Mothers prepared and served the meal. A. Lee French and Wm. LeFroos represented the Troop committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist
R. M. Turner
A. Lee French
Wm. LeFroos
Donald Conkling
Robert Kilburn
Lake County
Aibenkata J. F. Groves
Mount Dora Woman's Club Meets with Guests and Recital
On February 7 Mount Dora Woman's Club held an open meeting led by President Mrs Arthur P Pratt. Members announced new joiners as Mrs Caxton Degett introduced Mrs R Woodman Stanley who sang three songs with encore. Mrs Irene Brown Hotard read The Snowgoose a poignant tale. Tea followed by Mrs Walter Sheldon and Miss Mary Marshall. Library committee to host Silver Tea February 20 at the library. February 21 meeting covers The Old Testament as Literature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
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The
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Kiwanis News
Service Men’s Club
Lawn Bowling News
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Reurn
Hadsall-Wilmot-Moss-Nelson
Meinecke-Breckenridge-Super-Moss
Harold
Blackburne-Mayo-McDonald-Swift
Gordon-Crockett-Thomas - McLachlan
Kibitzer Club
Bowling Club
March OF Dimes Fund
Scouts
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