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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1947
Page
4
Mount Vora topic Edith Edeburn Keller Editor George C Keller Associate Editor lists subscription prices in advance one year two dollars six months 125 single copy five cent display advertising 50c per inch classified rate entered as second class matter April 7 1916 Mount Dora Florida postal act of.
A text presents the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a broader affirmation of American government. It emphasizes democracy by the people, consent of the governed, and unity, underscoring duties to love the country, obey laws, respect the flag, and defend the nation.
Lake County contributed 4619.64 to the Florida Children's Home Society, far above its 1250 quota, the highest proportional gift in Florida. Montverde led towns with 899.16 on a 75 quota, followed by Mount Dora 730.50, Eustis 686, Leesburg 573, Clermont 518, and Umatilla 359 on 75. Every area in the county contributed in 1946 to the charity known as Florida's Greatest Charity.
Col. C. E. Lester of Eustis has been notified by the War Department Adjutant General that, in recognition of his honest and faithful service as a commissioned officer, his name has been acknowledged on February 17.
Col Lester, a 31 year commissioned officer with 20 years as Colonel Engineers, served from the Spanish American War through World War I and II. He retired as Major Engineer in 1928 and remained in the reserves until 1942. He led local business and defense efforts, including the Lake County Chamber of Commerce and Blood Bank participation, now executive secretary of the Chamber.
Tuesday March 18 will be Tourist and Native State Day at the Florida Sportsmens Exposition. Visitors will register their state or country of birth to receive a nativity badge and the tally will be posted. Col C E Lester oversees tourist activities, with B W Houlitley of Eustis chairing Native State Day and leading a multi state committee.
City officials announce $9400 in federal funds approved for a sewerage survey as part of a $600,000 project. The plan would loan federal money to the city with annual assessments of $1 per outlet and about 50 cents for properties along the lines. City Attorney Irving Morse says the move clears the way for immediate survey work by Smith and ae of Jacksonville.
A Friday bingo event is set for the Sylvan Shores Hotel Cocktail Lounge. Patrons can attend for a chance at prizes in an informal social game night hosted at the hotel venue.
A new realty office for New Sylvan Shores opens its doors with contact option telephone number 4512 to reach agents and discuss property listings and services for the area.
Highway patrolmen investigated a wide range of offenses with reckless driving leading violations. The 1946 activity included 5 464 injuries and deaths from accidents, 17 601 arrests for offenses, 14 255 convictions, 2 962 drunken drivers, 10 109 warnings, and extensive patrol hours and mileage. The department reports year over year gains in arrests and enforcement actions and notes a biennial financial balance and licensing revenue.
A Lake County unit of the Central Florida Cattlemen's Association was organized at a 30-cattlemen meeting in Tavares. Austin Merritt of Okahumpka elected chairman, with R. E. Norris named secretary treasurer. The Lake County unit joins a regional group spanning Lake Orange and Seminole counties and links to the state association to expand membership and education efforts.
Development between the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and roads near Eustis Tavares and Mount Dora is announced by Irving Burleigh and associates. A ranch style restaurant club house will rise at the east end of the park with a botanical garden around the lake and a sea plane base on the lakefront for Tavares.
The Florida State Highway Patrol will host an educational exhibit at the Lake County Fair in Eustis from March 17 to 22. The display, overseen by St A Gallup with HQ at Land, will highlight patrol work and be among the fair's most engaging attractions led by Sgt. Keith.
A Lake County Fair program lists special days from March 19 to 22 with free grounds admission for students and teachers, 5 cent tax for adults, and diverse events. Orlando Day features the Orlando High School Band, Grand View Hotel luncheon, and state/country badge registration. Native state/district guests and speakers, and remote broadcasts by WDBO and WRUF accompany Agriculture Nathan Mayo Day and Negro School Day activities.
James Eppo of Richmond Virginia buys Webb Loy's principal citrus acreage near Eustis for 250000. The 100 acre sale includes two groves at Grand Island and Umatilla with tangerines grapefruits valencias and food oranges. Trees average 25 years and fruit on trees is included. Fippo is a Richmond lumberman.
C Harold Hippler of Eustis named state campaign chairman for United Service to China. Edward R Stettinius Jr announced the appointment in New York. Hippler, city attorney of Eustis, will direct Florida committees to raise funds for USC's 1947 budget aiding education health child care and industrial training in China. USC has channeled over 45 million dollars in wartime private contributions to emergency relief via cooperating agencies. At St Peters Farm alligators under observation breathe about once every three hours.
A focused golf offer at Mame Dora lets players enjoy 9 holes for 1.00 with all day play priced at 1.50. The deal provides a simple price structure for golfers seeking a casual round.
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