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Mount Dora Topic

Location

Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1932

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East Coast Yachting Guests At Mount Dora Meeting

A Saturday meeting showcased East Coast yachting efforts with Buck Sawyer of Cocoa and Elmer Johnson presiding. Attendees from Rockledge Cocoa Mount Dora Ambler Pa Norwalk Conn and New York State discussed revival of Florida sailboat racing and an upcoming January 23 regatta at Cocoa Rockledge on the Indian River.

East Coast Chamber of Commere Florida Indian River Yacht Club Buck Sawyer Cocoa East Coast Yachting Association Elmer Johnson Mount Dora Jacksonville Miami Palm Beach Ft. Pierce Melbourne Rockledge Harry Wise George Gingras George J. White W. T. Patterson Ambler Robi W. Dickson G. E. Ganin Jack Simpson Daniel H. Bishop F. B. Smith Norwalk Conn Elmer H.johnson Commodore Mount Dora Yacht Club Frank G .Fowler Charles Edgerton A. J. Waltz Alfred Rehbaum

Orchestra Concert Program for Sunday January 17 1932

The program lists a Sunday concert at 3 00 P M featuring works by Hall Widdel Seredy Ivanovici Laurendeau Berto Tocaben Gounod and Brook with a finale of the Star Spangled Banner. Readings include the March Greeting to Bangor Overture Fair Maid of Perth and Our National Honor among others.

Bangor R. B. Hall Perth J. Widdel Gavotte J. S. Seredy J. Ivanovici Laurendeau C. Berto Tocaben Faust Gounod W. G Brook

Rock Garden donations to Donnelly Park noted

Mrs. Zell reports two more donations for park beautification, mainly the Rock Garden. This week she received 2.00 from Mr. and Mrs. A. Jackson at the Villa and 1.00 from a Friend.

Free Saturday Morning Theatre for Mount Dora Children

The Mount Dora theatre announces a free Saturday morning show for schoolchildren on Balhia 16th at 10:00 a.m. The program aims to amuse and entertain the young audience with a children friendly picture.

Mount Dora Theatre Balhia

Winners Of Boat Races Saturday

Special interest was shown in the boat races Saturday afternoon as the first weekly motor boat event. Sail, rowing, and motor boat races drew participation from east coast yachting clubs in Mount Dora with prizes to be awarded after the series. Results include motor boats first heat Dr. R. W. Dickson and others. sail boats Curtis Wise first. rowing winners Harriet Wise Roberta Widmer. Ruth Bradner Winnie White. Angus MacKenzie Blair Kramer. Bob Quixley Merle Bradstock. Races occur every Saturday with public invited.

Mount Dora Florida R. W. Dickson Mr. Patterson Frank Fowler Charles Edgerton A. H. Maciae Dr. Din Mr. Fowler Mr. MacKenzie Mr. Edgerton Curtis Wise Lloyd Jones E. C. Perkins J. C. Spooner Harriet Wise Roberta Widmer Ruth Bradner Winnie White Angus MacKenzie Blair Kramer Bob Quixley Merle Bradstock

Daytona Wins Over Local Lawn Bowlers in Mount Dora

The Mount Dora Lawn Bowling Club hosted three Daytona club teams on a warm Tuesday afternoon. Daytona triumphed in all matches with Thomas' team 17 19, Dean's 9 20, and Urquhart's 7 32, as Daytona players Sprague, Smith, Weeks, Converse, Ganin, Parker, Sidel, Masten, and Gould led the effort. Lady members served punch and cakes at the clubhouse, and a return match is planned.

Mount Dora Sidel Masten Gould Daytona

Groveland High Beats Dora Boys 32 to 22

Groveland High defeated Mount Dora High 32 to 22 in Mount Dora. The first half ended 12 12 with a close contest as Groveland pulled away in the second half. Mount Dora struggled to break through Groveland's defense and contain its shooters.

Groveland High Dora Boys Mount Dora High Boys Groveland Mount Dora Mount Dora Boys Tavares

Villa Dora Hotel Guests Arrivals

Arrivals this week at the Villa Dora Hotel include Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Given of East Orange New Jersey and Mr. Segh cay of ? Mie Dora Won.

Villa Dora Hotel E. W. Given East Orange N. J Segh Cay Pnt Dora

Mayor Hanscom Warns City On Traffic And Rabies Rules

Mayor Hanscom urges strict obedience to traffic laws noting two front lights and a rear red light, speed limits of 25 in residential and 15 in business areas, and mandatory stop signs at intersections. He warns pets exposed to rabies must be confined for six months with enforcement of muzzles or leashes.

State Board of Health

Officers Installed At Kiwanis Meeting

Kiwanis held a formal installation of 1932 officers led by H V Condict Florida Kiwanis Governor. George J White was named president with James Simpson as vice president and Alfred Rehbaum as immediate past president. The meeting welcomed guests and noted standout attendance by George J White and Leroy C Smith.

Kiwanis H. V. Condict Orlando Florida Condict Rehbaum Hayward George J. White James Simpson Alfred Rehbaum A. Lee French William J. Johnson A. C. Quixley Charles Edgerton John H. Neville A. J.waltz T. H. Cooley E. E. Truskett L. C. Smith Leroy C. Smith

Six Counties Will Exhibit at Central Florida Exposition

The Central Florida Exposition runs February 23 to 27 with county displays from Brevard Seminole Lake Osceola Marion and more. Notable exhibits include Buck Sawyer for Brevard Karl Lehmann for Seminole and J R Gunn Osceola Agricultural Agent with displays from state institutions and various youth and industrial programs.

Central Florida Brevard Buck” Sawyer Cocoa Chamber of Commerce Karl Lehmann Seminole County Chamber of Commerce Clifford Hiatt Lake County J. R. Gunn Osceola County Osceola Gist Marion Marion County Sara Partridge Florida J. A. McIntosh Raiford Chattahoochee Ocala School For the Deaf and Blind St. Augustine Industrial School Marianna Ge Davidson

Noted Psychiatrist Speaks To Forum

The Mount Dora Forum opened with community singing led by Mrs. Adams and Mrs. White. Dr. William S. Sadler of Chicago spoke on Tricks of the Subconscious using case examples of neurotics. He noted emotional sprees and urged wider invitations to boost attendance and interest.

Mount Dora Adams White William S. Sadler Chicago

Tourist Club Opens With Dancers Planned For Friday

The Tourist Club meetings feature lively programs with Mrs. Hungerford leading dancing classes this week. The group, open to residents and visitors, meets every Friday at 8 o'clock in the Community Auditorium for entertainment and socializing.

Political Rally At Howey-in-the-Hills

Invitation to a big political rally in Lake County at Howey-in-the Hills next Tuesday January 19 with a full day of events. A barbecue dinner starts at 10 00 with hot dogs bear roast buffalo sandwiches on ice from Montana. Republicans urge voters to support a state political change.

Howey-in-the-Hills Lake County Florida Montana

George J White Heads Local Chamber Of Commerce

George J White elected president of the Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce for 1932 after a unanimous vote. Alfred Rehbaum and Carl Graves named first and second vice presidents with A J Waltz as treasurer and Miss Louise Lane as secretary. Fred Watts and William Watt feature citrus experiments supervised by the U S Department of Agriculture, with Walter Swingle visiting from Washington.

Mount Dora William Watt Woodland Avenue South Clayton Lake Dora Walter T. Swingle Plant Industries U. S. Department of Culture Chamber of Commerce George J. White Alfred Rehbaum Carl Graves A. J. Waltz Louise Lane James Simpson Charles Edgerton George Keller J. G. Ray Sr

American Legion Annual Auction

The American Legion hosts its annual auction on a Thursday evening February 18 at 8 o'clock in the Community Auditorium. Citizens are urged to attend and bring donated items to be sold.

The American Legion

Mount Dora Band Performs Second Concert in Donnelly Park

The Mount Dora Band presents its second concert Saturday evening from 8 to 9 in Donnelly Park. Last week's performance was well received and residents are urged to attend to support the band and enjoy the music.

Mount Dora Donnelly Park

Florida Broadcast to Air Nationwide From Florida Program

Florida Broad cast on Monday evening January 18 from 9 30 to 10 00 E S T will air nationwide on WEAF and NBC with Graham McNamee as announcer. The program promotes the spirit of Florida coast to coast and invites listeners to tune in.

General Motors Florida WEAF NBC Graham McNamee

At the Lakeside Wm. S. Sadler and Wife

Wm. S. Sadler and his wife are mentioned in connection with a lakeside location in this brief notice. The item notes their presence or activities at the lake area without additional details.

New City Officials Being Feted in Mount Dora

Mount Dora welcomed newly elected city officials at a community building reception after the Forum meeting. The event drew hundreds of friends and included fruit punch. An inaugural dinner and later reception and dance at Lakeside Inn were planned by manager Archie Hurlburt.

Mount Dora Forum Lakeside Inn Archie Hurlburt The Lakeside

Town Council Meeting Minutes From 1932 Session

The 1932 Town Council held its Tuesday evening meeting with present members Evans Javens Jerne Morley Rehbaum and Waltz and Councilwoman Evans. Councilman James Simpson was absent.

Evans Javens Jerne Morley Rehbaum Waltz James Simpson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Central Villa Dora Mayor Hanscom George L. Hanscom Paul R. Mahony O. M. Simpson A. Lee. French Sol Spilky H. M. Johnson Thomas H. Cooley Gerald Richardson J. C. Urquhart R. C. Conklin J. H. Neville Miller Wells W. E. Lackey C. C. Moorhead D. Fletcher Crane F. Hayward Kiwanis Education W. L.E. Barnett D. D. Roseborough George C. Keller P. W. Turrentine O. D. Stephens Groves Wm. Watt Wm. S. Sadler Zellwood Scouts Council
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