Davis Family Reunion Brings All Children Home for Christmas
Mr and Mrs A E Davis of Lake Ola celebrate a rare homecoming with all three children visiting. Bob traveled from California by motorcycle but faced storms and rode the rest of the way by train to be home for Christmas. Percy, in the U S Navy, and Eva finishing training in Orlando also came for a brief stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Davis
Lake Ola
Bob
California
Percy
U. S. Navy
Eva
Orange General Hospital
Orlando
Miss Kirby to Be Honor Guest at Orlando Aviation Ball
Miss Georgia Kirby of this city will be among Florida society girls who will form a box of honor at the aviation ball closing the aeronautical meeting in Orlando on January 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Kirby
Georgia Kirby
Florida
Orlando
Dance Orchestra Returns to Florida with Orlando HQ
The Bagdad Serenaders dance orchestra of New York returns to Florida with headquarters in Orlando. Roger E. Stiles serves as director, and they have previously played at the Mount Dora Yacht Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bagdad Serenaders Dance Orchestra
New York
Mount Dora Yacht Club
Florida
Orlando
Roger E. Stiles
Lakeside Inn Guests Include Dillons and Winter Visitors
A list of guests arriving for the winter at Lakeside Inn and other local homes includes Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Dillon and daughter from Chicago, Mr. W. E. Lackey with Grace L. Sibley of Akron, and families from Cliffside New Jersey and Leesby. Governor and Mrs. L. G. Hardman of Georgia plan a fortnight stay next month. Other visitors include Dr. Dickson’s party from Sewickley and Miss Nellie Finley of Oak Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Dillon
Chicago
Lakeside Inn
W. E. Lackey
Mr. Lackey
Ae Grace L. Sibley
Akron
R. H. Nutt
Rachell Nutt
Cliffside
N. J
Woodland Avenue
Julius Collins
L. H. Douglas
Jacksonville
N. W. Wells
Leesby
Dora Sims
L. G. Hardman
Georgia
Herbert E. Palmer
Lakeport
N. Y
Mount Dora
Thos
H. . Dickson
John Guthrie
Quaker Road
Sewickley
Dora
Edward Bok Obituary Lover of Beauty Dies at Mountain Lake Park
Edward W. Bok longtime editor and philanthropist died Thursday morning January 9 at his Mountain Lake Park home after brief illness. He will be buried the following afternoon in a crypt he had built near the Singing Tower, a monument to beauty he sought to inspire in others. Highlander praises him as a great editor writer businessman philanthropist and lover of beauty whose work aimed to educate people to appreciate beauty in music architecture horticulture and art.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward W. Bok
America
Mountain Lake Park
Lake Wales
Highlander
Lakeside op ens with pageantry and displays at long Florida event
The Lakeside opening featured festive grounds and a sunlit lake scene as crowds gathered to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Coolidge. Mayor Alsop of Jacksonville spoke, attendees toured buildings, and Miss Florence Smock of Eustis was highlighted. St. Petersburg swimmers dominated the pool opening events, with George Saltzmen defeating Harold Jones, and Jack Persons performing a dramatic life saving demonstration. A 150-person banquet followed in a newly expanded dining room.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayor Alsop
Jacksonville
Coolidge
Florence Smock
Eustis
Florida
Archie Hurlburt
Hardman
F. W. Wentworth
W. T. Patterson
Alsop
Giles
St. Petersburg
George Saltzmen
Harold Jones
Orlando
University of Florida
Jack Persons
Eleanor Wheeler
Penny A. D.C. Sherman
A. P. Spencer
Florida Agricultural Extension Division
Government favors large road funding bill in House
The House Committee on Roads reports H. R. 5616 by Representative Dowell of Iowa proposing annual federal aid highway construction increases of 50 million dollars for 1931 1932 and 1933 raising total federal aid to 125 million. Opponents urge caution over creation of a national department of education, noting education costs much lower.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House Committee On Roads
Dowell
Iowa
Department of Education
Terrace interiors and remodeling at Lakeside Hotel
The Lakeside hotel in Mount Dora showcases interior redecorating by Mrs. Hurlburt with Early American touches including Godey prints and sea foam green baths. Rooms overlook Lake Dora with lavender and yellow themes, a bamboo sun parlor, and a maple mahogany reception hall. Engineer J C Jerne, traveler Fred W Wentworth, and contractor Hurlburt receive praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hutburt
Calvin Coolidge
Lake Dora
Fred W. Wentworth
Patterson
N. J
Lakeside
Hurlburt
J. C. Jerne
Mount Dora
Wentworth
Indiana 4 H winners visit Florida health sights
Howard Deadline of Morgan county Indiana named the healthiest boy in the nation in the recent 4 H contest will visit Florida in mid February to meet Florence Smock described as the healthiest girl and to sample Lake county oranges and climate. The two friends had been honored in Chicago and renewed correspondence since.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard
Morgan County
Indiana
Florida
Florence Smock
County Chamber of Commerce
Deadline
Miss Smock
Chicago
Lake County
Reading and Observing Guides the Worldwide Wise
A proverb-like line contrasts the ignorance of the unobservant with the broad insight of those who study others. It underscores how learning from others expands guidance beyond personal experience.
Too ripe fruit blamed for many jelly failures
The article attributes jelly failures to using fruit that is overripe. It discusses how overripe fruit releases excessive pectin and liquid, hampering set. Recommendations include selecting firm, ripe fruit and testing for proper pectin balance to ensure gel formation.
Town Council Seeks Better Fiscal Transparency And Civic Involvement
The Mount Dora council pledges economical, progressive administration and invites public suggestions. They consider publishing a simplified annual financial report and reviewing garbage disposal bids, while addressing youth air gun violations and public awareness of town finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atecard
Sige
Mount Dora
J. J. Chapman
Andrews
Johnson
Florida
Lights on stairs Should Be Placed to Avoid Shadows
A guidance note recommends positioning stair lighting to eliminate shadows on steps. It emphasizes even distribution and proper mounting to enhance safety.
Illiteracy Rampant in Nations Capital
The article cites a census showing 10 509 DC residents over ten unable to read or write and argues for a national Department of Education to improve district schools in the urban area. It highlights illiteracy as a pressing issue amid supposed adequate facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Education
District of Columbia
Tangerine Community Hops and Socials Move Ahead
An Oyster Supper is planned at the Hall on Tuesday January 21 inviting broad attendance. Ladies Aid Society held a meeting at Mrs Harriet ts home outlining a future bazaar. Picnic at Coronado Beach drew many residents including Mr and Mrs Henry Brown and numerous families. Local visits include Mrs Flora Jameson in Mount Dora and travels between Orlando and Tangerine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society
Harrietts
Coronado Beach
Henry Brown
Bee Bee Flavell
Julian Howard
Robert Tees
Hazel Coopee
Jennie Marot
R. D. Crane
Nellie Hager
Harriet Parkhurst
Clara Bennis
H. H. Chamberlain
Carrie Huckins
L. C. Smith
F. F. Howard
Inez Unger
Richard Everson
E. W. Shaw
E. W. Dahlin
Flora Jameson
Mount Dora
M. M. Howard
Orlando
Harrie Turner
Massachusetts
Mary M. Breitenstein
Ambridge
Penna
M. B. Allen
Allen
Breitenstein
Daniel Thrower
Chicago
J. W. Jepson
Thrower
Silver Springs
Town officials reshuffle staff and cut salaries
Mayor Lackey and Dr. Spencer announce appointments. Clifford Palmer named Chief of Police and A. J. Camp as Assistant Police. C. R. Young becomes Health Officer with J. G. Kirby Town Marshal and Grant Cowles Tax Assessor. Clerk W. J. Johnson faces a $2500 salary cut to 2750 yearly. other appointments deferred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Trigg Tuttle
C. R. Young
Mayor Lackey
Dr. Spencer
Clifford Palmer
A. J. Camp
J. G. Kirby
Grant Cowles
W. J. Johnson
Camp
Mysterious Forum Lecture on Slippers Theme
An evening at Community Forum 1 features Dr. Robert W. McLaughlin of Worcester Mass. The topic A Search for a Pair of Slippers intrigues locals though the exact angle remains unclear. The talk explores culture and life truths with a whimsical touch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Community Forum
Robert W. McLaughlin
Worcester
Mass
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Edward Bok
Seaman A. Knapp
Lake View Sanitorium
Mount Dora Road
Jason Westerfield
New Ye Exchange
Stock Exchange
Thorey
Baby
Holiday
Robert E. Lee
First National Bank OF
Paris
Dickson -Ives CO
Orange Ave
Mount Dora Publishing
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