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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1972
Page
1
Mount Dora Explorer Police Post volunteers logged 18 hours manning a telethon for Cerebral Palsy at an Orlando station. Key Club members assisted in cleanups, recycling drives, traffic sign maintenance, and Pancake Day at the high school, prompting a call for community tips on youth activities.
Thomas R Champion is leading the 1972 Heart Fund Business Campaign in Mount Dora announced by B Thomas Prince MD president of the Central Florida Heart Association. The drive runs in February American Heart Month and seeks cooperation from area firms in fighting the major health problem.
The ninth Lincoln Day Dinner drew 350 attendees with Senator Edward J. Gurney as speaker. Guests included Dr. James A. Glisson, Mrs. Dorie Hostettler, and Paula Hawkins. Gurney praised Nixon and Lincoln while urging less criticism from Democrats.
In Eustis on Feb 19 at 10 30 a m a Washington's Birthday parade will feature spokesmen and wives of Florida presidential hopefuls meeting local voters. A public reception at the American Legion Hall follows with Mrs Hubert Humphrey among honored guests. Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce will float in the parade.
A 1972 Business Chairman known for community work has long supported the Heart Cause. He has held roles including former Mount Dora Rotary Club president, Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce leader, City Councilman, and secretary at the Crisis Intervention Center.
Mount Dora Mayor Jesse Willmott has been ordered to bed for a 10 day rest after a mild coronary thrombosis suffered last Wednesday night or early Thursday. Doctors confirmed the diagnosis Monday and ordered complete rest following tests conducted while he was on his feet.
Mount Dora Hurricanes, last year’s Mid-Lakes champions, open defense Thursday at 7 p.m. against Groveland Greenbacks in Clermont. Clermont hosts as Highlanders sit at 14–0 in conference play, with Eustis and South Sumter Raiders rising as threats aboard.
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