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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1968
Page
4
A newspaper urges open, quotable statements from public meetings. It condemns sources who demand not to be quoted and emphasizes the need for clear, accessible remarks for future coverage. The piece defends transparency and accountability in public discourse.
The city of Mount Dora dismantled its former white only restroom sign at Donnelly Park. Community leaders hailed the move as a overdue step toward inclusion and equality.
Eustis defeated Mount Dora 70 to 38 in a surprising home upset as Mount Dora, once a basketball citadel, suffered a rare loss. The report commends Eustis improvement and notes Mount Dora’s strong, historically top team status and upcoming playoff potential.
Mount Dorans join Triangle Boat Club outings as Gene Berato and Lola Berato plan more cruising after Gene’s election to club leadership. Ten boats and 32 passengers toured St John’s waters with Shell Harbor luncheon. Chubby Merchants and Ann led a two-boat buddy cruise to Fort Myers area and South Seas Plantation, enjoying fishing shelling porpoises and island scenery along a 40 mile round trip.
The Golden Triangle Republican Woman's Club hosts a public debate on Monday January 15 at 9 30 a m in the Mount Dora Community Building. Rollins College students from both Young Republican and Young Democratic clubs will present teams with Michael Miller and Carol Viele for the Democrats and Robert Glass and Mary Marshall Allen for the Republicans.
The commission released a progress and highlights report for 1967 noting a record hunting season with 211 816 resident licensed hunters in Florida. It cites archery season early entry, a new DeFuniak Springs field office, and the 16th annual Florida Youth Conservation Camp encampment in Ocala National Forest. It also covers fisheries studies on Lake Okeechobee and the St Johns River, weed control crises, and a Christmas fawn at Alexander Springs drawing visitors.
The Central Florida Chain of Missions hosts Rev. Mark J. Richards Jr from Liberia for a January 22 luncheon at the Tavares Civic Center, presided by Rev. Klaus Koch. Mrs. Fred E. Luchs discusses Youth, Richards asks What Is Your Impression About Africa Today. Donation is $1.50.
Nationwide Mutual Insurance will add a five year renewal guarantee to auto and homeowners policies effective Jan. 15. New and existing policyholders receive the guarantee after a 60 day processing period. Auto policyholders need valid licenses and on time premium payments. the plan excludes some commercial vehicles and assigned risk drivers.
The article profiles John C. Smathers and his notable family links. It notes his nephews William H. Smathers and George A. Smathers, future U.S. Senators, and details his own role in Buncombe County and Western North Carolina politics. It mentions his Republican stance and opposition to the state grandfather clause.
McCormick writes Governor aide Gerald Mager detailing removal from Citrus County investigation, replacement by Anthony Grezik, and Governor’s dissatisfaction. He discusses evidence limits, separating rumor from fact, and urges a methodical approach, noting irregularities and the need for thoroughness. He recalls prior conversations and expresses regret at causing official discontent.
The King's Daughters express sincere thanks to Churches Ministerial Association Civic Clubs and other organizations and individuals for helping brighten the holiday season for the less fortunate in our city. Their generous contributions aid residents in need during the holiday period.
Robert E. Warfield, president of the First National Bank and Trust Co. of Eustis, was named chairman for the 1968 Lake County Crusade for the American Cancer Society. The announcement was made at a Leesburg luncheon on Monday as the local quota was set at 14 000 dollars.
Mrs. J. O. Harris as president thanks readers for support as the Mount Dora housing effort moves forward with plans for new homes.
A list of local clubs and events with dates and venues in Mount Dora. Highlights include Kiwanis meetings January 12 at 12:15, D A R gatherings January 11, and a string of theatre and club events at IceHouse Theatre and Community Building through late January. Public library hours are noted and the Mount Dora Art League displays are mentioned.
George J. White Jr president signs a bank condition report verifying totals of assets liabilities and capital. Directors Kenneth F Jorgensen confirm the report to best knowledge and belief, noting averages for deposits and loans over a 15 day period.
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