Local Lawn Bowling Club Sees Mixed Results and Growth
The Milwaukee Lawn Bowling Club reports good news with Bil McLachlan leaving for the south next fall and greetings to several members. A Lakeside Inn match features the ladies defeating an all-mount Dora team 19 to 12, while Furber and Hadsall win doubles 13 to 11 in an elimination event with twelve teams. Membership reaches 126 as entrants open for March singles and interclub results include Breckenridge Church team’s 1917 win and other matches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bil McLachlan
South
Jimmie Nelson
al Maben
Denbroeder
Emmet L. Richardson
Milwaukee Lawn Bowling
Meyer
Dierks
Hutchinson
Walter Woolman
Jim Clark
George Church
Lakeside Inn
Mount Dora
Steinmetz
Bradley
Winifred Morse
Alice Morse
Furber
Hadsall
Carlos and
Bridgman
Win C
Temple
DeLand
Breckenridge-Church-McDonald-Steinmetz
Wilmot-Blackburne-Swift- Bradner
Converse
Weeks
Edwards
Nelson
Stoner
Dickson
Maben
Theofara
Louis IL Whitlock
Elizabeth
New
S. R. Mitchell
Harwichport
Massachusetts
Notes About Our Men In Service
Pvt Elmer Haskins is stationed at Keesler Field Mississippi on leave in Sorrento Great Lakes Training. Robert Wells advances to Pharmacist Mate first class and serves in Africa after Italian Sicilian invasions with amphibian forces. Sgt Orville Cooper home from Columbia South Carolina visiting family before combat crew training and active service. John William Hogsett, son of Robert and Mrs Hogsett, graduated Aviation Radioman School Jacksonville and becomes Seaman First Class awaiting Navy unit assignment. Lt Osban F Montgomery promoted at RAF Greensboro base as station hospital chaplain. former Mount Dora Baptist pastor and Furman University graduate. Cecil Parker completed basic training at Malden Missouri and sent to phase training at University of Tennessee then Replacement Center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Wells
Africa
Sgt
Orville Cooper
Columbia
S. C
Clarence W. Cooper
Glenn L. Martin
Baltimore
Columbia Air Base
John William Hogsett
Robert R. Hogsett
Aviation Radioman
Jacksonville
U. S
Banus
Naval Air Technical Training
Hogsett
Naval Air
Osban F. Montgomery
No. 10
RAF Training Command
Greensboro
N. C
Capt. Montgomery
First Baptist Church
Mount Dora
Furman University
Kiwanis Club
American Legion
Ac Cecil Parker
Malden
Missouri
University of Tennessee
Cen
Corian Aever F
Stutt
Shuffleboard Elimination Race Narrows Title Contenders
In the elimination contest E E Pecker of Marblehead leads the men's division with four wins. In the women's division Iva Buck of Ravenna and Olive Hall of Barrington each have four wins. Buck beat Mrs Rush Boggs for her fourth win. Buck and Hall will play a final deciding match with Hall having won a previous game. The club hosted a park concert on February 20 drawing a large audience and faced a protest from band members over using the shuffleboard boards. a petition was sent to City Council. The club held a large outdoor pot luck supper on February 19 and the membership has grown to 128 with new members from several states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. E. Pecker
Marblehead
Mass
Iva Buck
Ravenna
Ohio
Olive Hall
Barrington
N. H
Miss Buck
Rush Boggs
Frankfort
Ind
Miss Hall
Shuffleboard Club
Thor
David Cook
Butler
N. J
Ling
Cleveland
Gray
Lawrence
Mayne
Myers
Corinth, Iowa
Richard Edgerton Joins Naval Reserves
Richard Edgerton a Florida and New Hampshire hotel man has been commissioned Lieutenant junior grade in the U S Naval Reserve Supply Corps He will attend the Navy Supply Corps School at Babson Park Massachusetts for indoctrination Edgerton born in Haverford Pennsylvania graduated Westtown School in 1930 He formerly served as vice president and general manager of Maplewood Club Mount Dora Cham ber of Commerce Mount Dora Lake County director and president of Deer Island Corporation Tavares Kiwanis Club and is a founder of Lakeside Inn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Edgerton
Florida
New Hampire
U. S. Naval Reserve
Navy Supply Corps
Babson Park
Mass
Edgerton
Haverford
Westtown
Penna
Maplewood
N. H
Umatilla Red Cross Branch Organized
On February 10 a meeting in the Community Building Umatilla organized a local Red Cross branch. Dr L Ross Lynn was chosen chairman with Mary Dungan Learned presiding as volunteer special services chairwoman. Elected officers include Mrs Bena Allen vice chairman Mrs Mittie Whitcomb treasurer and Mrs Dorothy Turner secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Umatilla
American Red Cross
Mary Dungan Learned
Volunter Special Services
Lake County
L. Ross Lynn
Bena Allen
Mittie Whitcomb
Dorothy Turner
First Baptist Church Bible School and Services Schedule
The First Baptist Church offers Bible School for all ages at 9 45 a m, morning worship at 11, and an evening sermon by Rev Otis W Foye on The Glorious Light from the Cross. B T U for youth at 6 30 p m and evening worship at 7 30 with God is in the World Now. Mrs Florence Hanscom leads special music each Wednesday. Midweek meeting at 7 30 p m for Christian instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bible School
Otis W. Foye
D.D
Foye
Florence Hanscom
Fifth District Cage Tournament Opens Here
Tournament opens this morning at nine with Mount Dora facing Oviedo at eleven. Semi finals begin Friday at ten as the event continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Oviedo
Hammond announces Lake County Sheriff bid in Democratic primary
Eustis police veteran and Florida Highway Patrol former member James Hammond announces his candidacy for Lake County Sheriff ahead of the May 2 Democratic primary. Hammond, a lifelong resident, served as Eustis chief in 1940 41 and resigned March 1 to pursue the race, citing decades of police service and a pledge to serve honestly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eelee Sue Sanneey
Lake County
Hammond
Eustis
Florida Highway Patrol
Cassady
Eustis Lions Club
Boy Scout Drive Nets Record Funds for Mount Dora Unit
The Mount Dora Troop No 19 drive, led by team captains Manuel Sedano and Harry Mathews, raised about 400 dollars with roughly 375 dollars forwarded to the Central Florida Council and Troop No 19. The committee praises citizen cooperation and notes Scout training builds capable leaders aiding safety, transportation of the wounded, and materials handling during wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gove
Oce
Kiwanis
Manuel Sedano
Harry Mathews
Boy Scout Fund
Central Florida
Mount Dora
Don Conkling
Candidates Qualify for Local and State Offices in Tight Elections
By week’s end 17 individuals had qualified for upcoming elections. Five men—Clarence Cooper, Al Hammond, Pryor Jones, Willis McCall and Clyde Revels—seek sheriff. Others include Pearl L. Cullen reelection tax collector and J Philip Doss reelection tax assessor. George J. Dykes reelection clerk. Frank Banning reelection county superintendent. Ralph Battle reelection registration supervisor. Jimmie S. Dickinson elected constable Eustis. A S Herlong Jr reelection county judge. H. Lightfoot county joner Umatilla. H H Hethcox not seeking sheriff but running for reelection as Umatilla commissioner. Additional candidates include Harry Johnson and Lacy Thomas for State Senate. B D pee eean nae sle candidate for Representative Group One. C Harold Ferran unopposed for State Representative Group Two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff's Office
Prospect
Clarence Cooper
al Hammond
Pryor Jones
Willis McCall
Clyde Revels
Pearl L. Cullen
J. Philip Doss
George J. Dykes
Frank Banning
Ralph Battle
Jimmie S. Dickinson
Eustis
A. S. Herlong, Jr
H. Lightfoot
Umatilla
H. H. Hethcox
Harry Johnson
Lacy Thomas
Senate
B. D. Pee Ee An Nae
Harold Ferran
Lenten Bible Class at Community Church
The Community Bible Class meets Sundays at ten in the Congregational Church parlor to study Passion Week activities and the life of Jesus. The program is open to all interested readers and members of the church community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Congregational Church
Jesus
Kiwanis News Honor Roll and Mount Dora Guests
Kiwanis News notes guests Kerr from Malden and Mount Dora, with Lt. Col. C. F. Air Station reports. Dr. Otis W. Foyé and others attend, a gift box of cigars from Mount Dora Pharmacy brings cheer, attendance prize goes to C. M. Brown. February Honor Roll lists Lloy Atkins through George White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Rehbaum
M. J. Sedano
O. M. Simpson
L. C. Smith
W L. Story
R. C. Thomas
A J. Waltz
Dr. Wells
George White
Observation Post Closed After Telegram Order
Chief Observer R M Brown reports that on March first the Jackson Florida observation post and all posts in the Orlando reporting area were ordered closed. The new flag arrived and was raised, while the old emblem was honored before being retired. Mrs Zell’s health improves and Mr Brown will update records showing duty hours since the post was built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Brown
Jackso Fla
Orlando
Glenn D. Barcus
Zell
Brown
Central Florida Civic Music Association Starts Membership Drive
The Central Florida Civic Music Association opens its annual membership week March 6 at the Angebilt Hotel Orlando. Membership buys access to future concerts by renowned artists with only member tickets. after March 11 no new members are accepted for the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Florida Civic Music Association
Angebilt
Orlando
Richard H. Walker
Central Florida Music Association
Swarthout
Amage
Belevsky
Minneapolis
Ane Phony
Philadelphia Opera
Brailowsky
Fifth District Cage Tournament Semi Finals Start Friday
The Fifth District cage tournament moves into the semifinal round with games slated to begin Friday at 10. Teams and venues are listed, highlighting the push toward the district final.
Pepper seeks second Senate term in Florida primary
Senator Claude Pepper announces candidacy for re election to a second full term subject to the Democratic primary on May 2. He cites more than eight years of Senate experience and a commitment to continuing service for Florida.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Pepper
Beieving
Florida
Senate
Ballots for Service Men in Florida Primary and General Election
Florida county judges met in Tampa to review soldiers vote laws ahead of the primaries. The March 17 candidate filing deadline triggers printing on March 18 with ballots mailed to servicemen by May 2. Secretary of State R A Gray explained procedures and noted 3,000 requests received but capacity to process up to 50,000.
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Florida
Tampa
R. A. Gray
Gray
Tallahassee
Fla
Lake County Scouters to Meet Here Tuesday
Marvin L. Roberts of Groveland chairs a Lake County Boy Scout planning conference at the Mount Dora Community Building on Tuesday March 7 at 7 pm. The gathering includes dinner committee sessions a leaders roundtable and a year plan report. Reservations for dinner are due by March 4 with a $1 charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin L. Roberts
Groveland
Lake County
Mount Dora
Harold V. Pace
Mr. Roberts
Central Florida Council
Orlando
Garage Fire Destroys Estate Building on Lake Shore Drive
A large garage on Lake Shore Drive owned by the Edgerton Estate burned Tuesday afternoon after a trash fire on the grounds. A west wind hampered efforts as Mount Fire Department kept flames from spreading to neighboring residences. the main house was saved, but the garage is a total loss. Mr and Mrs Bierne were away at the time.
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Warape
Lake Shore Drive
Edgerton
Ae Ates Ot
Néentet Tee
Mount Dora Art League Plans March Meeting at Emma Sears Marsh Home
The Mount Dora Art League schedules its monthly business meeting for Thursday March 2 at 7:30 PM at the home of Mrs Emma Sears Marsh 620 Alexander Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora Art League
Emma Sears Marsh
Alexander Street
Mount Dora Chamber Adds 151 Members for 1944
The Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce reports 151 members enrolled for 1944 after a recent week’s additions including Mrs. George Dahlin, Ocklawaha Nurseries Inc, Princess Theatre, A. A. Tanner, C. W. Thorp, and W. R. er. Remaining firms are urged to join. membership costs 19 dollars and can be paid at the Chamber office on Fifth Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Ber of Commerce
Chamber
Fifth Avenue
Red Cross War Fund Drives Mount Dora Too Way
Mount Dora's quota for the Red Cross War Fund is set at 4300 under chair man George J White for Mount Dora Lake Jem Sorrento and Mount Plymouth in Lake County. The drive exceeds last year's 2100 and aims to ensure aid and necessities for armed forces. Contributions are solicited and may be left with Mr White at the bank or with treasurer no Keller at the Topic office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Red Cross War Fund
George J. White
Lake County
Lake Jem
Sorrento
Mount Plymouth
Red Cross
White
Keller
Lake County Leaders on Cen America Scout Council Board
Lake County is well represented on the Cen America Scout Council executive board meeting March 2 at Trinity Methodist Church DeLand. Six Lake County men Ivan Beyers Frank Lindeman M L Roberts Lacy Thomas Carl Graves Walter Patton C L Stockwell Karl Lehmann will attend along with Jim Burden council president. The council plans reports on Scouting and a campaign to raise 13940 for 1944. Dr W S Allen heads the finance committee. Lacy Thomas is Lake County chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake County
Cen- America
Trinity Methodist Church
DeLand
Ivan E. Beyers
Frank Lindeman
Leesburg
M. L. Roberts
Lacy G.thomas
Groveland
Carl S. Graves
Walter J. Patton
Mount Dora
C. L. Stockwell
Eustis
Karl Lehmann
Montveree
Jim Burden
Central
Lacy Thomas
Harold V. Pace
Groves Buy Sylvan Shores Home in Florida
Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Groves formerly of Charleston South Carolina have purchased the Dr. Wood residence at 1150 Sheridan Road Sylvan Shores. They moved with their son Johnnie to make it their permanent home and plan improvements while enjoying the property. Mr. Groves already owns an orange grove in the Howey area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Groves
Charleston
S. C
Dr. Wood
Sheridan Road
Sylvan Shores
Johnnie
Florida
Mr. Groves
Howey
Lenten Bible Class At First Methodist Church Invites Attendance
The First Methodist Church invites attendance at its Lenten Bible Class held at 10 o clock each day. The notice welcomes all to join and reflect during the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Methodist Church
Questions for Americans on Freedom and Endurance
A fragment recalls a lone survivor adrift for eighteen days at sea. He drained his water, endured cold nights and scorching days, fought thirst, and clung to hope and prayer. The piece questions what individuals did for freedom and what they would have done under such peril.
Fifth District Cage Tournament Opens Here This Morning
The fifth district basketball tournament begins in the E. B. Ferguson Gym this morning with Ocoee vs Lyman at 9. Seabreeze, Umatilla, Eustis, Clermont are seeded. Tavares vs Groveland at 10, Mount Dora vs Oviedo at 11. Afternoon has Apopka vs Bunnell, Eustis vs Lyman-Ocoee winner, Umatilla vs Groveland-Tavares winner. Officials are A H Stevens and H A Schubiger. Trophies from Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. Ferson Gymnasium
Ocoee
Lyman
Weers Seabreeze
Umatilla
Eustis
Clermont
Tavares
Groveland
Mount Dora
Oviedo
Apopka
Bunnell
Lyman-Ocoee
New Port Richey
H. A. Schubiger
New Smyrna Beach
Reorganization Plans for Lake County Citizens Defense Corps
The Lake County Citizens Defense Corps outlines a planned reorganization aligned with State Defense Council aims and War Department expectations. Key changes place some units on reserve status while keeping core warning, policing, and fire guard functions intact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Defense Council
War Department
Citizens Defense Corps
Col
C. E. Lester
County
Citizens Service Corps
Civilian Protection Division
Army
Band Booster Drive Progressing
Band members are doing splendid work on the Band Membership Drive. Each team keeps money received and tickets sold secret while stiff competition continues. The drive ends in March and winners will be announced next week.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lawrn Bowling Club
Pvt
Elmer Haskins
Keesler Field
Miss
BOY Scout Drive
Kiwanis News A
Music Association
Lake County Scouters
ART League
C. of C
Red Cross Drive
Lake Countians
Scout Council
BUY
Sylvan Shores Home
Methodist Church
Lake Co
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