A Storehouse of History Along the Coast Line
A Time ly Time section notes the Atlantic Coast Line routes from Richmond through historic sites in North Carolina and Georgia. It highlights Jamestown Yorktown Charleston Port Royal Beaufort St Simons Island Savannah and St Augustine with mentions of Lee and Grant Petersburg Fort Fisher and the Lost Colony. The piece ends with a quip about a New York man suing over likeness to Andy Gump and a political jab at Democrats and Republicans from a Congress game.
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America
Richmond
Confederacy
Lee
Grant
Marie Robert
Tox Courthouse
Petersburg
Jamestown
Yorktown
Cornwallis
Pamlico Sound
Roanoke Isle
Bath
Pamlico River
St. Thomas’ Church
North Carolina
Wilmington
Fort Fisher
Cape Fear River
Carolina
Georgia
Charleston
Port Royal
Jean Ribaut
France
Charlesfort
American
Beaufort
Savannah
St. Simons Island
Brunswick
St. Augustine
Fla
United States
Tampa Bay
DeSoto
Montgomery
Jefferson Davis
Confederate States of America
Coast Line
Light Plant Sale Back for Mount Dora Vote
Mount Dora voters face a second election on selling the municipal electric lighting plant and distribution system to Florida Public Service. The council approved the measure this week and an official election proclamation appears in this issue. The Topic pledges balanced coverage and requires signed submissions for public information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida Public Service Company
Mount Dora
The Clearing House Drive Mobilizes Florida Citrus Support
Seventeen Mount Dora firms donate ad space and 28 others sign a broad appeal urging growers to unite for the Florida Citrus Growers Clearing House. The plan faces opposition from citrus shippers who fear reduced profits, but backers insist the alliance will stabilize the industry's future and strengthen Florida's economic foundation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida Citrus Growers Clearing House Association
Mount Dora
Florida
Clearing House
Has Florida Gone Back Progress Shown by Banks
A June issue from Florida Power and Light presents bank figures on Florida’s progress over seven years. The article argues Florida’s banks show continued growth and that the state has not regressed, despite seeming trends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Florida Power and Light Company of
Miami
En Passant and Local Happenings in Mount Dora Florida
A lively Mount Dora column reports on a dramatic Florida election, fraud concerns, and weary clerks. It notes Tex Haygood hosting a barbecue for locals, a federal agent passing through, and Mount Dora boasting two post offices during a move. Also mentions a new gossip column and lower motor vehicle tax impacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Fifth Avenue
Alexander Street
Banter at the Dance Hall Ended in Gentle Bedtime
A playful exchange between a caller and a poet finds a wife quipping that the husband writes slowly yet manages chores briskly. The scene ends with the man carried from the floor to bed after a night of drink.
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Eve
Here and There In Lake County Watermelon and grape endorsement
Lake county promotes local produce and agriculture through group farmer meetings led by county agent Clifford Hiatt. April gasoline consumption reported by the inspection bureau of the Department of Agriculture totaled 850,946 gallons. A Porto Rico firm seeks contact with Lake county suppliers of fruits vegetables grains and other farm products in large quantities to reach that market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake County
Inspection Bureau
Department of Agriculture
Chamber of Commerce
Porto Rico
Clifford Hiatt
Youngster tops Lake county health contest with high score
Thirteen year old Caroline Barker won the Lake county health contest with 98 1 2 percent. A northern physician praised Florida youths for building a rugged constitution through sunshine and outdoor life to promote personal health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline Barker
Lake County
Florida
Florida Chamber Chief Resigns to Lead Citrus Firm
Joe C. Jenkins, general manager of the Florida State Chamber of Commerce based in Jacksonville, resigned last week effective June 1 to join Florida United Growers, Inc. Ralph G. Grassfield, formerly state chamber field agent, will replace him. Jenkins resides in Orlando. Grassfield is a well known Lake County figure.
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Joe C. Jenkins
Florida State Chamber of Commerce
Jacksonville
Florida United Growers, Inc
Ralph G. Grassfield
State Chamber
Mr. Jenkins
Orlando
Grassfield
Lake County
Spanish War Veterans buy land near Eustis for retreat
The Spanish War Veterans purchased a tract near Eustis to develop as a retreat. Negotiations spanned months with numerous officers visiting to inspect sites. Central Florida commercial secretaries met in Eustis May 30 hosted by Frank Isted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Eustis
Central Florida
Comercial
Frank Isted
Putnam County Farmers To Inspect Grape Vines
A delegation of Putnam county farmers will inspect grape vines to assess quality and potential harvest prospects. The visit aims to gauge vine health and advise growers on best practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam County
Agricultural Visit Set for June 11 in Lake County
Dr. Chas. Demko chairman of the county chamber agricultural committee will receive visitors at yards in Lake County on June 11. The event aims to discuss local farming concerns and showcase county agricultural efforts.
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Lake County
Chas. Demko
County Chamber
Montverde Industrial School praised by local bankers
An issued statement by presidents of nine banks and a vice president commends Montverde Industrial School. It lauds President H. C Carpenter, secretary J. M. Lowry, and the board of directors for sound management and handling of funds. It notes growth and Carpenter's leadership enhancing the school’s usefulness and reputation across Lake County and Florida.
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Montverde Industrial School
H. C Carpenter
J. M. Lowry
Montverde
Lake County
Florida
Lake County Chamber to Elect Officers at June Meeting
On June 15 at Altoona the Lake County Chamber of Commerce will elect officers for the next fiscal year at its regular monthly meeting. A nominating committee was appointed in May to recommend a president, vice president and treasurer. Committee members are B. Hargis chairman W. M. Igon C. C. Dooley C. O. Roe and J. W. Lawrence.
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Altoona
Lake County Chamber of Commerce
F. Hargis
W. M. Igon
C. C. Dooley
C. O. Roe
J. W. Lawrence
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M. Abele
Abele
B. Abele
Varney
P. Jones
New York
Andy Gump
Sidney Smith
Washington
Dems
Repubs
the Clearing House Drive
Tex” Haygood
Lake Joanna
Papa Dan” Vaden
Prohi
Browsin
The
Information
Frank Drake
Southern Products
Commercial Secretaries of the
Asheville
N. C
County Chamber of Commerce
Seattle
International Kiwanis
Builders Supply Review
Florida’ Citrus
Clearing House Assn
Builders Supply Co
Tarida
Standard Oil Company
Kentucky
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