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Mount Dora Topic

Location

Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1928

Page

5

Libel suits filed against Sanford Herald and publishers

Sanford city attorney George A. Decottes filed three libel suits totaling 300000 against the Sanford Herald editor R L Dean and business manager R H Berg accusing publication of libelous matter and defaming his character. The suits claim dishonesty and corruption were implied in editorials linking him to ex mayor Forrest Lake and note alleged excess city pay and a 20000 yearly figure.

Sanford Herald Sanford George A. Decottes The Herald R. L. Dean R. H. Berg Forrest Lake Seminole County Bank Decottes Florida

American girl enters German outboard race

Miss Helen Hentschel of Flushing Long Island leads by example in international powerboat competition. She carries the Regatta Circuit Riders Club burgee and will race alongside competitors from England Germany France and Italy under Berlin Yachting Association invitations. Aboard two custom boats including a hard rubber bottom model and three stock motors she heads to Europe with plans to return for California August events and Newport Rhode Island late in August.

Helen Hentschel Flushing Long Island Lake Templin Germany Burgee Regatta Circuit Riders’ Club England France Italy Berlin Yachting Association Albert J. Schwartzler London Miss Hentschel Johnson Colonial Yacht Club Hentschel Robert W. Johnson Zodiac Spain California Newport R. I

Highland garage land to League discussed for temporary hall

A. J. Waltz outlined plans for a larger temporary community building inspired by the Baptist Tabernacle with a level floor rest rooms a stage and dressing rooms glass windows along both sides and seating for about 1500. Construction would require city building board approval due to fire limits with lumber at cost from Mr Waltz and furnace at cost from J J West.

Highland League A. J. Waltz Baptist Tabernacle Waltz J. J. West

Truskett backs Donnelly site for a temporary building

E. E. Truskett spoke in favor of a temporary community building and supported accepting J. P. Donnelly's Fifth avenue and Baker street property. He envisioned an auditorium, library, city hall and fire station on the site within years. A Fairbanks Morse note on an electric plant was read. no action taken. About a dozen remained seated during the vote. Attendance reached 112.

E. E. Truskett J. P. Donnelly Fifth Avenue Baker Street

Science program covers crops and frost protection topics

Talaria and their adaption and J. R. Wu discuss pumpkin bugs in connection with a summer cover crop. Thursday morning Dr. Ruprecht reveals citrus fertilizer results, Barnette explains plant food teaching, and Bryan discusses fertilizer experiments. Thursday afternoon frost protection grove irrigation topics and talks by Camp and DeBusk, followed by an equipment exhibit.

J. R. Wu R. W. Ruprecht R. M. Barnette O. C. Bryan A. F. Camp E. F. DeBusk

Mount Dora Defeats Umatilla in Tight Baseball Clash

In a seventh inning duel Jackson of Umatilla delivered a sharp two strikeout stretch backing Averitt’s double sack wallop. Mount Dora halted threats as Jackson fanned Morris and Epps threw out Pike at the plate. The home squad committed one error by Adkins while two Boots from Umatilla marked the defense.

Averitt Jackson Umatilla Mount Dora Morris Stalton Epps Pike Adkins Umatilla AB Hpo Gleason Seenneee Wilson Bryson Dent Seeaeweeee Sseeewew Ulick Rf Stoops Seeeee Osborne E Jackson P — Ee Wedeee Mt. Dora AB HPO Eheereeese Eeeeee Morris Stapleton Pennington Battle Ifderweeee Haless Desade Brock Mt. Dora Wilson Brock Julick Penny Hale Lasater

Superfine Work By The Boy Offsets Errors

The report credits the boy with outstanding craftsmanship that outweighed his mistakes, noting his effort and skill improved performance despite several missteps.

Gleason

Tavares Stages Win Over Ocoee In Tight Loop Play

In a tight loop clash Tavares defeated Ocoee for the season’s second win over them while Winter Park upset Winter Garden. Clermont leads in the second half as Tavares and Winter Park pursue upper standings with Umatilla and Dora in the chase.

Clermont Apopka Umatilla Mount Dora Tavares Ocoee Winter Park Winter Garden Tavares Gang

J G Ray Busy With Erection Of New Building This Week

J G Ray was so occupied with the erection of his new building that he did not have time for other matters this week. The project occupied much of his attention and energy as construction progressed.

Wilson Julick Battle Bill Lange J. G. Ray

Piano performer wows crowd with encore demand

A pianist delivered a strong performance drawing sustained applause with the crowd calling for more at the finish. The lively set showcased technical skill and expressive playing that captivated attendees.

Formance

Mt. Dora Ousted by Ocoee in Rain-Interrupted Play

Ocoee scores twice as Mt. Dora falters with baserunning errors. Porcher hits a three bagger, Stapleton and Phillips are standout pitchers. The game pauses after two balls are ruled by the umpire due to rain, then resumes with Ocoee seizing the moment for two runs.

Adkins Porcher Grant Ocoee Mt. Dora Pounds Minor Pennington Reid Brock Pike Wallace Morris Phillips Peral Stapleton Hale Windham-Peral

Back to Heave and Pennington Fill Open Post

The coach notes Charley Stapleton returning to the lineup to heave and Pennington stepping in at third. He has strong support from us and the team as the second half remains young. A potential postseason meeting with Ocoee is hinted at with excitement.

Mister Malone Battle Stapleton Mebbe Charley Stapleton Heave Pennington Ocoee

Local services and goods advertised in brief notices

The snippet promotes dry cleaning pickup and return service via phone, ice for food preservation from Charlie Moorhead, MOTOCOTE for waterproofing car ignition systems, and Hilltop Motors ready to install. White explains, Rehbaum and Crane showcase new Sandura Bugs designs, Fletcher prepared to demonstrate.

Hilltop Motors White Rehbaum Crane Fletcher

Bleacher Shots: Ocoee Holds Off Mount Dora In Rainy Tilt

In a wet greasy ball contest Ocoee beat Mount Dora for the fourth time this season. Papa George Malone sparked the home team with constant effort while Homer faced rough play from Clyde Pounds of Ocoee. Eddie Stokes, former manager, praised by speakers at a pep meeting, remains a valued Mount Dora figure.

Papa George Malone Papa Clyde Pounds Ocoee Homer George Clyde Eddie Stokes Eddie Stokes Mount Dora

Local concert draws crowd with jazz numbers and violin selections

The page notes Miss Johnson performing in several numbers with Roy Young, a radio broadcasting pianist, and later with a ukulele for lively jazz pieces. Harry Goldstein, a Russian violinist, with Mrs. Beck on piano, offered violin pieces that drew repeated applause. Roy Young concluded with a half hour program.

Miss Johnson Roy Young Harry Goldstein

New Manager Mobilizes Team To Rally Behind Leader

The new manager motivates players and sharpens focus as the squad rallies behind him in the wake of the leadership change. The team's energy rises as pep and discipline improve with the new guidance.

Mount Dora Lumber’s Doors and Windows Ad Remains Strong

Mount Dora Lumber Company keeps a steady pull with its Doors and Windows advertisement from last week. The ad highlights durability, value, and a choice lineup suited for homeowners upgrading their homes this season.

Mount Dora

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