Georgia Banks the Cause of Florida Closings
Florida comptroller Ernest Amos seeks to calm public fears amid a wave of Florida bank closures tied to a Georgia based system. He argues most failures involve system members with reserves in Georgia and says several Florida banks will reopen as the situation clears, with the overall impact diminishing.
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Florida
Georgia
Ernest Amos
Tallahassee
Amost Hwo
Atlanta
Anossali Teerti
Comptroller
Washington
Stewart Houghton Lands Twelve-Pound Bass Here
Stewart Houghton caught a twelve-pound bass at Lake Dora after a desperate struggle. He also landed several five-pounders, marking the best catch in some time. He bought the bait at Mount Dora Hardware Company.
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Lake Dora
Stewart Houghton
Houghton
Mr. Houghton
Mount Dora
Plans Are Completed for New Business Building
Mr. S. M. Thompson of South Heights, Pa., is completing plans for a new business building at the corner of Seminole avenue and Donnelly street in Mount Dera. He will start construction immediately upon arrival in August.
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S. M. Thompson
South Heights
Seminole Avenue
Donnelly Street
Thompson
Mount Dera
Mount Dora Wins Lake Orange League Pennant Ceremony
L. R. Heim presents a large half orange half blue pennant for the Lake Orange League at Heim Field Mount Dora after Mount Dora clinched the first half of the 1926 season. The flag, designed by L. R. Heim, marks the league's first pennant and was welcomed at a Winter Park league meeting.
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Lake Orange
L. R. Heim
Mount Dora
Heim
Winter Park
Alleged Wesco payroll robbery principals arrested in Memphis
Arthur Mann alleged principal in the Wesco Co payroll robbery here weeks ago has been apprehended in Memphis. Two alleged confederates Wolfe and Carter are in custody as Mount Dora Chief Dahlin and Tavares Sheriff Cassidy pledge a full investigation and aim to recover the $3,500 payroll. Carter has been returned to the county jail without bail.
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Arthur Mann
Wesco Company
Memphis
Tenn
Wolfe Ace Carter
Poe Dabilin
Mount Dora
Sher- Cassidy
Tavares
Carter
Nathan ‘Turner
Wesco Co
Wolfe
County Tax Reduction Aims to Ease Local Bills
County commissioners reviewed the budget at last Monday’s meeting and announced a substantial reduction in county taxes for the year. The decision follows a state tax cut and reflects careful management of both state and county finances.
J C Stout Begins Home Construction at Lake Ola
The foundation has been laid for a new residence for J. C. Stout in the Lake Ola Homes area last week. The location is described as beautiful and the project expected to be a striking addition to the neighborhood.
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J. C. Stout
Lake Ola Homes
Weather shows NYC Sunday high six degrees above Mount Dora
Weather reports compare Sunday highs with New York City and Mount Dora. NYC reached a six degree higher maximum than Mount Dora, highlighting regional temperature differences.
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New York City
Mount Dora
Death of W. E. Whitford Deeply Mourned
News comes from Providence R I of the July 10 death of William E. Whitford age about in Mount Dora Florida where he had wintered for two years. He owned a handsome seventh avenue home and was known as a genial high class businessman. He worked with E. E. Truskett on land ventures and left no immediate family behind.
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William E. Whitford
Mount Dora
Providence
R. L
Florida
Seventh Avenue
Mt. Dora
E. E. Truskett
Whitford
Mount Dora Population Grows to 3600 in Current Census
The Cham ber of Commerce census shows Mount Dora at about 3600 residents, way above 1920’s 1246. With summer visitors and full hotels, the town could reach around 7500, signaling a shift from an exclusive tourist town to an all year community.
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Mount Dora
Chamber of Commerce
Advocates New Telephone Service for Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle Boosters Club in Mount Dora voted to invite Lake County Telephone Co. representatives to a Ta vares meeting on July 30 to discuss a new telephone system. They urged action on a new company while noting service delays by the present provider and praised local bank officials for safeguards during bank closures.
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Boosters Club
Golden Triangle
Grandview Hotel
Mount Dora
Lake County Telephone Co
Triangle Cities
L. R. Heim
Lake County
Golden Triangle Boosters Club
Eustis
Tavares
Tthe
First State Bank of Eustism
Hotel at Mount Plymouth Being Rush Along
The Mount Plymouth hotel project contracted to builder Mr Trimble is advancing quickly. Upon completion it will house the largest dining room in the state.
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Mount Plymouth
Trimble
Montverde Grapes Drive Florida Agricultural Milestone
The first carload of commercially grown grapes from Montverde, Florida, shipped to Baltimore by Dickson and Truskett, marks a historic agricultural achievement. The 995 crates of Beacon Wapanuka and Carman varieties, packed under grower supervision, were sent in a refrigerated car as the industry aims to grow grape production in the state. The shipment follows praise at the Grape Growers Convention in Orlando where Dickson and Truskett showcased superior display.
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Florida
Montverde
Baltimore
Dickson and
Truskett
Montgerde
Dr. Dickson
E. E Truskett
Florida, Bears Out the Foresight and Forethought of Messrs
Dickson and Truskett
Dickson & Truskett
Orlando
Dickson
Postmaster Simpson Starts Imposing Tile Home at Lake Ola
Postmaster David Simpson began the erection of a spacious tile home near Lake Ola last week. The imposing 56 by 34 foot structure will adjoin Dr. Swift’s residence and plan to feature a tile roof.
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David Simpson
Lake Ola
Dr. Swift
Scarcity of Houses and Apartments Foreseen for Winter
Mount Dora real estate firms report a coming housing shortage with very few rentals available. Agents note record rental inquiries and a strong market, predicting the best year yet, while firms like Mount Dora Sales Company and J. J. West Realty note high demand and limited supply.
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Mount Dora
A. C. Quixley
J. J. West Realty
L. R. Tremain
L. ©. Smith
Dora
Local Merchants Promote Season Start Amid Growth
In Mount Dora the business scene shows progress as The Pick-Up Grocery expands its clerical staff and other merchants prepare for an early busy season. The reflected conditions indicate a forward push among local shops.
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Mount Dora
Eustis Kiwanis Guests Of Mount Dora Club
Mount Dora Kiwanis hosts Eustis Kiwanis at a midday dinner today at the Grandview Hotel. Members are urged to attend as this marks Eustis first visit to Mount Dora with a warm reception planned. D C Sherman of Mount Dora presides.
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Eustis Kiwanians
Mount Dora Club
Mount Dora's
Kiwanis Club
Eustis
Grandview Hotel
Mount Dora
Toto
D. C. Sherman
Eustis Club
Mount Dora Paving Nears Completion With Added Mileage
Mount Dora advances its street paving program nearing completion with nearly half a million dollars spent. Engineer Cunningham reports curb work 85 percent, grading 50 percent, storm sewers 75 percent done. An additional four and a half miles are under estimate. Streets paved include Clayton from 11th to city limits, Fir es from Sanford Road to Clayton, Sixth from McDonald to Donnelly, Seventh from McDonald to Baker, Eighth from McDonald to Baker, Ninth from Helen to Donnelly, Ninth from Grandview to Clayton, and Tenth from Helen to Tremain. Continued on page eight.
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Mount Dora
Cunningham
Geen Dora
Clayton
11Th
Sanford Road
Clay
McDonald
Donnelly
Baker
Helen
Grandview
Tremain
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W. E. Whitford
Triangle
MT. Plymouth
Messrs. Dickson & Truskett
Baltimore, MD
R. M. Harper
Harper
Palm Beach
St. Cloud
Lynn Haven
Valparaiso
Zephyrhills
Miami Beach
Bradenton
St. Petersburg
Simpson
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