Mount Dora Topic Publication Details 1916
Mount Dora Topic published in Mount Dora Florida on Thursday by the Mount Dora Pub. ig Company Edith Edeburn Keller editor George C. Keller associate editor and business Eugene L. Downs plant superintendent. Price in advance six months. Display advertising 35 cents an inch and classified 1 word minimum 25 cents. Post office Mount Dora Florida 1916 act of March 3 1879.
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Mount Dora
Florida
Ig Company
Edith Edeburn Keller
George C. Keller
Eugene L. Downs
National Editorial Association and Florida State Press Association
A notice notes membership of the Florida State Press Association within the National Editorial Association. It cites affiliation details and the ongoing collaboration between the two press groups.
Pledge to the Flag Text Variant
Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and the Republic for which it stands one nation indivisible with liberty and justice for all remains echoed in the oath as broadcast in the period civic text.
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United States of America
The American Creed Emphasizes Civic Duty and Unity
The creed states belief in government by the people with consent of the governed, a democracy within a republic, and a perfect union of states. It calls for love of country, obedience to laws, respect for the flag, and defense against enemies, honoring patriots who sacrificed for freedom and humanity.
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United States of America
War salvage drive urges extra paper and tin collection
Citizens are urged to collect all waste paper and empty tin cans to support overseas forces. A March 17 call to C G Campbell, State Salvage Manager, warned mills may close without increased input, risking rationed ammunition and lives. February reports show low paper and no tin from Lake County, while Mount Dora finally delivered a truckload. The Florida Times Union commends the paper’s statewide salvage effort.
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C. G. Campbell
Jacksonville
W. F. Edward
Waste Paper Consuming Industries
New York City
Gainesville
Lake County
Mount Dora
Florida Times-Union
Mount Dora Appeals for Waste Paper Aid in War Effort
Town officials thank a local organization for transporting salvage material to war uses. March 30 Captain Midnight will salute Benny Geiger of Miami for waste paper campaign achievement. Mount Dora Boy Scouts join national drive through April collecting paper every Wednesday and Saturday.
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Mr. Lee
Mount Dora
J. B. Griswold
Washington, D. C
Benny Geiger
Miami
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Lake County Chamber Directors Meet Highlights Report
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce met at 2 30 Monday March 19 with President George J White presiding. Secretary Karl Lehmann reviewed activity including a $1 2 billion war securities drive, 1320 paid memberships, 2000 incoming and 1200 outgoing letters, 12379 mailed pieces, and Ralph Arey named honorary Board of Realtors member aiding regional conservation and water projects.
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Lake County Chamber of Commerce
George J. White
A. S. Herlong, Jr
Karl Lehmann
Lehmann
U. S. Treasury Department
Florida War Finance Committee
Ralph Arey
Lake County Board of Realtors
Lake County League of Municipalities
Obituary of Dr Geo M Budlong Former Mount Dora Dentist
Dr Geo M Budlong, once of Mount Dora, died at his Daytona Beach home on March 21 after a long illness. Services were held in Daytona Beach with burial in Forest Cemetery Mount Dora. He practiced dentistry in Mount Dora, later taught in a New York dental college before returning to Florida and practicing in Daytona Beach.
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Geo. M. Budlong
Mount Dora
Daytona Beach
Forest Cemetery
Budlong
Clermont
New York
Florida
Watch your swash editorial on mindful speech
An editorial urges readers to consider the impact of words and actions to avoid hurting others. It questions whether one should say or do something and promotes living as a positive example. It thanks the Mount Dora American Legion Auxiliary for a donated American flag for the school flagpole.
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Mount Dora
American Legion Auxiliary
Mr. Bridgman Delivers Talk on U S Rivers
Guest speaker Mr. Frank Bridgman from Massachusetts discussed major American rivers at an assembly on Friday March second. The talk covered river origins and their outlet bodies, followed by a quiz on river names and their state routes.
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Frank Bridgman
United States
Mr. Bridgman
Massachusetts
Missionary Dr. Connelly Speaks on China at School
Dr. Frank H. Connelly addressed students in the school auditorium detailing his years as a China missionary. He described the Chinese people and customs, and recounted his family's imprisonment by the Japanese for several months and their later treatment. The talk was well received.
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Frank H. Connelly
Connelly
China
Assembly Speech on Alcohol Impacts by Mr. Hayward Johnson
Mr. Hayward H. Johnson spoke at Mount Dora school auditorium on Friday March 23 on "The Importance of Two-Fifths of a Second." He explained how alcohol slows brain reactions and driving responses, contributing to accidents. The talk was greatly enjoyed by all.
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Assembly
Hayward H. Johnson
Mount Dora
Johnson
Jackie Blackman Born in Berea Ohio in 1927
Jacqueline Blackman known as Jackie is an 11 year resident of Mount Dora. She is tall, slender with blue eyes and blonde hair and enjoys business courses and skating. Her favorite author is Faith Baldwin and she plans to attend a business school after a short trip to Ohio.
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Jacqueline Blackman
Berea
Ohio
Jacqueline
Jackie
Mount Dora
Faith Baldwin
North Carolina
Donnie French Opens Eyes in Mount Dora Birthday
Donald French and his wife welcomed son Donnie in Mount Dora Florida on September 15 1927. The seventeen year old student excels in football basketball tennis and baseball and favors history and sports. He enjoys dancing and claims to do everything well. He plans military service or college at the University of Florida after graduation.
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Donald French
Donnie
Texas
University of Florida
Student Ambitions Read From Class Board
A list of pupils expresses personal goals such as graduating high school James aiming to be a famous vocalist Bob seeking to engineer Ilene and Carma pursuing nursing, Lila stenography, Hanslid college, and Dorothy aspiring to be a secretary.
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Dot E
James B
Dot H
Bob A
Juanita M
Carl T
Bonnie W
Sue B
Carma R
Lila R
Ilene C
Hanslid H
Trudie W
Bible Trainaone
Dorothy B
Secreta
Snappy Local Gossip Sparks Weekend Murmurs
Students gossip about couples and dating at nearby high schools. Rumors swirl about Ruth and Ashton, Charles and Lucille, Jackie Blackman’s Leesburg trip, and the Shipwreck Dance in Orlando. The piece notes romance, social scenes, and returning servicemen with light, casual tone.
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Jimmie W
Sanlando
Bea
Ruth
Ashton
Charles
Lucille M
Eustis
Mae
Barbara
Jackie Blackman
Leesburg
Mount Dora High School
Joyce
Betty
Orlando
Fran Hutson
Rock Springs
Fran
Verdual H
Nell Marie
Tommy K
Donny F
Sammy Kaye
Juanita
Evelyn B
Bobby T
Bobby
Lois H
Lois
Seniors plan banner bearing class names and banquet
Seniors will send the class banner away to have names added and recall a banner bought last fall for school years display. Juniors plan a lasting banquet while Do Re Mi proceeds toward an April presentation and the play promises amusement.
Sophomore Class Notes Party Set at Sanlando
A sophomore class party is planned at Sanlando after members pay dues. The event is described as likely to be held once all dues are collected, with attendees expected to attend as part of class activities.
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Sanlando Os
Tennessee and Pine Castle Residents Note Attendance
For Tennessee and Doris Chabot from Pine Castle the following have not been absent nor tardy for the entire year: Roy Ledford Eula Lee Bagwell Anne Pike Virginia Pollard Carol Swort Juanita Van Deroef.
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Tennessee
Doris Chabot
Pine Castle
Roy Ledford
Eula Lee Bagwell
Anne Pike
Virginia Pollard
Carol Swort
Juanita van Deroef
Eighth Grade Reports Craft Project Choice
Eighth grade girls pick a single clothing item as their project, noting it may be the easiest and most popular option among peers. The plan emphasizes practicality and shared interest in sewing.
Helen Stewart Returns to Tennessee Home
The text notes Helen Stewart is returning to her Tennessee home and they hope she liked Mount Dora enough to visit again. It mentions Ire Chabot as a welcome addition to the class and lists George Sims and Mary Martha Simpson as the only honor roll students.
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Helen Stewart
Tennessee
Mount Dora
Ire Chabot
George Sims
Mary Martha Simpson
WFC Plans For Seventh War Loan Blue Star Brigades Formed
The Lake County War Finance Committee and local chairmen met Florida’s Karl Lehmann on March 19 to outline Seventh War Loan plans including the Blue Star Brigade. Chairman H. Frank Isted and Regional Manager G. G. Ware led the sessions, with meetings at Leesburg Lions Club and Clermont Kiwanis Club generating at least 28 brigades. The loan opens May 14 with an accounting period starting April 9, as County Superintendent Frank Banning notes strong local school records. George J. White urged early planning to ensure swift start and Lake County’s loan success.
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Lake County
Blue Star Brigade
Lehmann
Lions Club
Leesburg
Clermont Kiwanis Club
Blue Star
Schoo
Frank Banning
Lake
George J. White
Banks and Banking
County War Finance Committee
Conservation Board Names Lyons Florida Chair
Ernest F. Lyons of Stuart becomes chairman of the Conservation division of the Florida State Chamber of Commerce announced by president Walter C. Sherman. Honorary chair is former Governor Spessard L. Holland with Erl Roman of Miami as vice chair. Lyons seeks study of water pollution hazards and protective programs for Florida waters and wildlife. He brings roles with the Stuart News, Martin County Chamber, Florida Wild Life League and Stuart Fishing Guide among others. Other board members include L. C. Leedy Orlando Mrs. A. B. Whitman Orlando J. Alligood McCloskey Lake City E. Welles Pensacola George M. Eman Tampa Clyde A. Byrd Daytona Beach Charles Vaughn Umatilla Dr. A. J. Hanna Winter Park Dr. I. N. Kennedy Tallahassee A. J. Robida Jacksonville R. H. Simpson Monticello H. R. Aiken Miami James Jary Jacksons ars. McCreary Springs Dr. Herbert R. Mills Tampa Frank J. Malatina eran John T. Ardis Miami Beach J. T. Hurst Tallahassee and E. C. Wimer West Palm Beach
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Ernest F. Lyons
Stuart
Florida State Chamber of Commerce
Walter C. Sherman
Spessard L. Holland
Erl Roman
Miami
Lyons
Florida
Stuart News
Martin County Chamber of Commerce
Florida Wild Life League
Stuart Sailfish Club
Martin County Rod and Gun Club
Outdoor Writers of America
Stuart Fishing Guide
I. N. Kennedy
Tallahassee
A. J. Robida
Jacksonville
R. H. Simpson
Monticello
H. R. Aiken
James J.ary. Jacksons Ars. McCreary
Springs
Herbert R. Mills
Tampa
Frank J. Mallatina Eran
John T. Ardis
Miami Beach
J. T. Hurst
E. C. Wimer
West Palm Beach
Band Concert Reminder At Community Building Next Tuesday
A note reminds readers of a band concert scheduled for next Tuesday night at the Community Building. Organizers urge attendees to arrive early and enjoy the performance by local musicians.
Church Announcements and Services Summary
Local church notices list first series announcements then services for First Baptist Church and Community Church. James K Bath is pastor at First Baptist with morning worship at 11:00 and evening service at 8:00, plus Bible School at 9:45. Community Church shows worship at 11:00 with sermon on Putting on Immortality by Donnelly K Richards, D.D. choir director listed.
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Shent Panton
Mra. Brown
First Baptist Church
James K Bath
Tremain
Florence Gilbert Hanscom
J. M. McCown
Ore Bible School
Baptist Teaching Union
Community Church
Donnelly K. 7Th Ave
James Austin
Richards, D.D
Orginlet
First Church Christ Eustis Florida Service and reading room
Sunday School at 9 30 A M and 11 00 A M service with a Wednesday 8 P M meeting for testimonies and remarks The Christian Science reading room is open at the Poanteln Inn building near Norte woe tis street reading hours include Sundays and daily access The public is invited to attend services and use the reading room.
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First Church — Christ
Eustis
Florida Cor
Grove St
Lefton Ave
Poanteln Inn
Norte
Church Services at Lake Franklin Park
The notice lists Bible Study at 10:00 AM and preaching with communion at 11:00 AM by A. L. Butler at Lake Franklin Park on Sanford Road It also mentions a 7:30 PM evening service and Wednesday 8:00 PM prayer meeting.
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Church of Hecsites Be
Lake Franklin Park
Rossi
Sanford Road
A. L. Butler
Thomas Episcopal Church
Lemon and
Kilbo
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NATIO
NAL Editorial Ssociation
Florida State Press Ass'n
N. B. Lee
County Chamber
The
Chamber of Commerce
Brown Builders Supply Co., Inc
Third Avenue
ATM
Ere
Palie
Escle ES
American Poultry
Aviation
Christian Herald Coronet
Country Gentleman
Etude Music
Farm Jrs
Farmer's
Liberty
National Digest Monthly
Nat'l Livestock
Nature
Outer
Arenagazine Pathfinder
Poultry Tribune Cores Digest
True
Walt
Disney
Magasines
WFC
Church OF God
Li Street
T. J. Meane
Mary’s Catholic
Cor. Grove St
Badger Ave
Sorrento
Zellwood
Tavares
Golden Triangle
Loyal Order of M
K. of P
Mount ‘Dora Oo
Masonic ‘Hall
Donnelly St
F. E. Brandt
Mount -Dora, Florida
Thomas H. Cooley
LAW Corner
Fifth and
Donnelly Mount Dora, Florida
Van’s
Burton’s Store
INV
Rt Ake
Alfred Rehbaum
W. M. Kennedy
Mount Dora, Florida
Avi
Mount Dora Pharmacy
East Fifth Ave
Mount Area
Teese
Fla
P. O
E. W. Smith
Ninth Ave
Baker St
9Th Ave
Dresser
Topic Office
Joyce Duggan
Royal Portable Typewriter
Poinsettia A
T. Te
Typewriter
CG Smith No
L. A. Tibbetts
Third Ave
Eckert
Westminster Dr
Portsmouth
Major Marsh
Oaks
Bargain Center
Rere
Aérz
E. C. Devorsak
Alexander Street
L. R. Tremain
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