Ty Parker marries after Mount Dora graduation
Tyrone Parker wed Miss Jo Jean Hopson of Eustis shortly after MDHS graduation. The event followed a senior assembly and Kiwanis reception, with student leaders, speeches, and a $500 Kiwanis scholarship award to a graduate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyrone Parker
Parts Unknown
Mount Dora
Jo Jean Hopson
Eustis
Nancy Ellis
South
Yankee Land
Gloucester
Mass
Kay Elliott
Mt. Plymouth
Leslie San
Oklahoma Airman Thompson Assigned to Tinker AFB
S/Sgt Donald O. Thompson of Mount Dora flanks the director of personnel as he is posted to Tinker Air Force Base Oklahoma. A World War II and Korea veteran he has served since 1942 with a two year United States tour and recently reported from Orlando Air Force Base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Donald O. Thompson
Marie Thompson
Mount Dora
Tinker Air Force Base
Korea
Orlando Air Force Base
Keepsake Diploma Keeps Class of 56 at Mount Dora
Tyrone Parker and Anne Tremain, both members of the Mount Dora High School Class of 56, presented the Page One book reprints at the final assembly. The glossy keepsakes were rolled like diplomas and tied with class-color ribbons. Anne and Tyrone gave the class history during the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora High School
Tyrone Parker
Anne Tremain
Anne
Tyrone
Mount Dora Budget Discussion Highlights Street Repairs
The council debated budget items including a $5,000 starter for street repairs and an $800 adjustment to a chamber survey grant. The electrical department saw a $53,445 rise to $185,600 for a new truck and voltage upgrades, with expected costs for current and supplies. Dawn Bowling Club’s $1,000 request was denied by the Park Board, a decision Heaton supported due to broader city needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heaton
Mount Dora
Simpson
Chamber
Christopher
Dawn Bowling Club
Park Board
Ants in Pantry Norris Offers Riddance Tips
Extension Entomologist James E. Brogdon warns homeowners of a rising ant invasion this summer. He recommends targeting outdoor nests with dusts, granules, or emulsions and cleaning kitchens before applying liquid insecticides to baseboards and cupboards. Avoid contamination by removing food and allowing drying time.
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James E. Brogdon
Mount Dora High Grad Jack Norris Receives UF Degree
Jack Norris son of Mr and Mrs J B Norris of Lake Jem earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Florida on Monday He plans to enter the U S Army as a second lieutenant and then join Swift and Company in their plant foods division At UF he belonged to Brock and Bridle club Scabbard and Blade Military Honor Society and Alpha Gamma Rho where he served as vice president.
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Georgia
University of Georgia
Louisville
Lee Ann Burton
Mount Dora
Leslie Sanders
Lee Ann
Florida
Kentucky
Virginia Fielder
Blue Grass Region
M.D.H.S
West Palm Beach
June Bowie
Gordon Roepke
Anita Stedrowsky
Buster Brown
Mike TeStrake
Patty Johnson
Shirley “Hop” Hopkins
Anne Travers
Mount Dora High School
Jack Norris
J. B. Norris
Lake Jem
University of Florida
U.S. Army
Swift and Company
Plant Foods
Brock and Bridle Club
Scabbard and Blade
Alpha Gamma Rho
Shuffleboard at County Club Draws 68 Players in Large Turnout
The county shuffleboard clubs welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Larry Sturgeon and Harry Lies to kick off a big week. Eustis, Clermont, Umatilla, Leesburg and local teams fielded 68 players, with high Red honors to our crew and high Black to Eustis. Earl Dodd organized partner and opponent selections by a cotillion style march for fair matchups.
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Larry Sturgeon
Evanston
Ill
Harry Lies
Lece
Aurora
S.R.O
Eustis
Clermont
Umatilla
Leesburg
Bill Neilson
Tom Hunter
Nixon-Fourney
High Black
Earl Dodd
Jimmy Hughes
Harold Brown
Amy Waltz
Bob Agarton
Sharpe
Fred Erdman
Bert Owen
Remley
Be Proud Of The Star Spangled Banner Letter To The Editor
A reader urges flag pride on Washington's Birthday noting few flags in business areas and praising three local families for daily flag display. The letter emphasizes the Stars and Stripes as a symbol of hope for millions and the nation’s progress from 13 stars to 48.
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Washington
Donnelly St
Fifth Av
S. Langthorn
Lake Melon Crop Exceeds Expectations This Week
Lake county reports over 5 000 acres of watermelon heading northward in full force. County Agent R E Bob Norris says the crop quality is exceptionally good. He notes yield is fair on averages but good considering early cold dry weather and high winds that affected the crop.
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Lake County
R. E
Bob” Norris
Southeast Bowler notes dates for lawn bowling events
Harold Esch lists major tournaments from June to August across Milwaukee London Ont Hartford and Toronto with British bowlers visiting New York on Aug 14. Special events are planned in Los Angeles. Club notes include a 1955-56 membership gain a six week five oclock start and a planned Jitney Tournament alongside oblique reminiscences of Dr Poole and Dr Bennetts.
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Harold Esch
States
Canada
Milwaukee
London
Ont
Hartford
Conn
Toronto
New York
United States
Los Angeles
Orlando
Tatevass
Wwe
Bridgy
Poole
Citrus Growers Institute Set for Aug 13 17
County Agent R E Bob Norris announced the 23rd annual Citrus Growers Institute will be held August 13 through 17 at Camp McQuarrie in Ocala National Forest. The event promises education inspiration and recreation with reservations through Norris office in Tavares.
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R. E
Bob” Norris
Citrus Growers Institute
Camp McQuarrie
Ocala National Forest
Norris
Tavares
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Pam Brown
Ders
Reese
Mount Dora Kiwanis Club
George White
al Rehbaum
Sylvan Shores
Jo Jean
Robert Alderman
Wendy
Robert Wilson
Joni
Charlie
Peggy
Bob Barchi
Kay Brown
Ted Carey
Annie Urdock
Douglas Murdock
Nancy Brownsberger
Pete” Wilson
Joyce Moon
Jeff Ray
Kenneth Cox
David Sanders
Dickie Denson
Johnnie Groves
Patty Alexander
Obie Alexander
Cleveland High School
Cleveland
RADIO
Television
Meg
N. Highland ST
Central Florida
Henry Stein
Bill Prinz
THE
Christian Science Monitor
Boston
Norway St
Donnelly Street
Bob
Norris Lake County
By Morris Deering
By Dave Britton
Arthur Bennetts
Harry Arters
Michigan
Ohio
Charles Funk
Vermont
Grandview
First Federal Savings & Loan Ass’n. OF Lake CO
W. ‘Main St
Tangerine
Jack Hooten
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