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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1942
Page
6
The article describes student opinions on starting at 9 30 during War Time including health concerns and cooperation with the President and Congress. It notes rival views on bus schedules, rec time, and compares to other regions while listing school contests and defense stamp prizes.
At a February 23 assembly Mr George White for the First National Bank presented prizes to eee essay contest winners. Each of the first six grades received one dollar in defense stamps. First Grade winner Paul Hopkins named.
An assembly program offered a preview of the senior class play American Passport with scenes from two acts. John Burkart gave opening remarks as cast members introduced roles headed by James Christie as the fond parent with Helen Wells as his wife. Louella and Judy were played by Evelyn Turrentine and Florence Lee, with additional cast members Ernest Minkley Calvin Richardson and others unseen on the program. The event ended with Vincent urging students to sell remaining tickets.
The Mount Dora girls lost 18 to 36 in Winter Garden on February 9. Poor lighting and a slick court hampered the game with coach Miss Meadows absent. Grace Lee fouled out late, replaced by Dorothy Adams as Winter Garden pulled ahead.
Mount Dora defeated Eustis teams in both girls and boys games at Earl B. Ferson Gymnasium on Friday February 13 before the season’s largest crowd. The Mount Dora girls won 21 14 led by Roseborough 11 points while Choate topped for Eustis with 6. The Mount Dora boys beat Eustis 27 16 with Vincent 14 points and Kuggsman 5 for Eustis, amid multiple long shots and a late surge by Eustis. In Umatilla action the Mount Dora girls edged ahead 28 27 as Roseborough again showed shooting ability and Umatilla closed strong. Mount Dora boys routed Umatilla as well with high scorer 16 points from an unnamed Dorans and premier play after Bernard McCabe’s return. Referee Dill. Substitutes listed for both teams.
Mount Dora girls drop their fourth loss of the season to Umatilla on February 17. The first half ends 20 10 as Mount Dora guards and forwards push for the win. In the final period Umatilla surges ahead as F Lee fouls out, breaking Mount Dora’s spirit.
Elizabeth Gertrude Drawdy known as Lib Gertrude Drawdy is celebrated for a March 13 1923 birthday. The Mount Dora resident attended the first grade locally and plans business school in Orlando after graduation. She enjoys swimming basketball and diamondball.
William Franklin Duggan Jr. known as Dub was born August 9 1924 in Groveland Florida. He moved with his family through Leesburg Sylvan Shores and later attended Mount Dora High School and Castle Heights Military Academy. He is six feet tall has green eyes light brown hair and is described as good looking. He enjoys fishing boating shooting and football and holds a sharp shooter medal for marksmanship. He plans to work after high school but his future occupation is unknown.
A baby boy named Ernest Henry Minkley was born December 18 1923 in Ludowici Georgia to Mr. and Mrs A C Minkley. The family moved to Mount Dora when he was one, and he grew into a tall youth with hazel eyes and light brown hair. He became a prominent Mount Dora athlete and actor and plans to enter the University of Florida after graduation, avoiding the draft if possible.
June Fenn visited Daytona to see friend Mr Banko from New York. Anna Margaret White stayed with Rita Daniels in Eustis February 15 and 16. A Trimble Park Valentine’s picnic included Eddy Klatte Donald French George Malone John Hogsett Dorothy Adams Mary Estey and others. Floy Townsend Libby Drawdy stayed with Bette Lotz February 15. Mount Dora students visited Orlando last week including Grace Lee Marilyn Johnson Dorothy Geiger Gloria Watts June Fenn Mary Estey Betty Davis. Barbara Batton weekend in Panama City to visit her father. Bernard McCabe returned to Mount Dora from Vero Beach after five months away. GOSSIP What could B V and Lynn Son-
A fragment from a school page notes rumors of romances and sightings among students. It mentions Jean and Tommy S and various couples like Dot G with Robert G and Dot A with Johnny H, plus a tease about a sailor and a returning student, with playful doubt about prospects.
The letter notes pupil Wallace Verigan moved to New Jersey and expresses sadness at the loss. It also mentions a new pupil from China, William Brepose, who will remain for the rest of the term.
General Charles P. Summerall, Lake County's distinguished citizen, was born March 4, 1867, at Blounts Ferry, Florida. He taught at Astatula, attended West Point (1888 1892), served as U S Army Chief of Staff, and later settled in Eustis. He presided over Citadel Military Academy and has had several military offices named for him in Florida.
Carl Duncan of Tavares will observe his 43rd birthday on Saturday February 28. Born in 1899 in Tavares, he attended local schools and the University of Florida. A Kiwanian and Methodist, he is active in choir and a noted soloist. The G. A. Sauer Arms Co of Eustis received a small government munitions contract. The nature and amount are secret, extending ten months.
A list of recurring meetings: Baptist Church Lambert Mary Simpson Overhiser W M A circles meet monthly. Church Ladies Aid first Friday afternoon with sewing on second and missionary on third Friday. Methodist Church W S Christian Service meets first Wednesday. American Legion First Monday in Legion rooms City Hall. American Legion Auxiliary First Thursday at members' homes. Woman's Club to be announced. meets second and fourth Wednesday afternoons. Kings Daughters monthly on second and fourth Monday evenings. PTA meets first Tuesday. Kiwanis 12 15 luncheon Thursday at Community Building. Lions Monday 7 pm at Community Building social rooms. Masons first and third Thursday evenings. O E S second and fourth Thursday evenings. Knights of Pythias Wednesday at Temple near First National Bank. Pythian Sisters first and third Tuesday nights at Temple. Past Chiefs Club Pythian Sisters fourth Tuesday at homes. Home Demonstration Club second Wednesday 2 30 pm social rooms Community Building.
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