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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1936
Page
8
Fragmentary notes describe Kiwanis continuing from page 1 with mentions of waters and sports. The garbled text hints at fishing and related activities, suggesting a local column or community update but lacks complete details or names.
The Alachua county Kiwanis discusses opening lakes for commercial seining and endorses opposing such action. Mr Newell plans a county conservation meeting and asks Kiwanis to appoint delegates and oppose opening waters to commercial seining.
A roster of Democratic candidates includes women as precinct committee members and state executives. Names listed cover Fifth Congressional District and various precinct numbers with multiple individuals such as Lucile C. Tallyrath, Ozel Mattox, B. V. Johnson, Warren Royal, Ralph Battle, and others. The document notes several precinct women like Mrs. Hy Lightfoot and Mrs. R. G. Battle among extensive attendee names.
The report lists party officials for the Fifth Congressional District with D. G. Nearpass as Republican Executive Committeeman and M. Priscilla Bishop as chair. State Senator L A. Morris holds the 23rd District seat. Precinct committeemen include Albert K. Bishop, Wm. Dietrich, W. E. Morris, R. G. Brewster, O. W. Smith, J. E. Hammond, R. B. Gibson, Wilmore Carlson, and L. A. Morris with additional women committeewomen Mrs J. P. Godfrey and Annie A. Burleigh.
Petition filed in Lake County Florida to validate and confirm refunding bonds of Mt Dora Special Tax School District No 16 for 25000 and 61000 dollars dated July 1 1935. Hearing set for June 8 1936 at 10 a m in Tavares with publication in Mt Dora Topic for three weeks. Court Clerk GEO J Dykes signs official notice.
Notice of first reading for a proposed ordinance prohibiting sale of intoxicating beverages over 14 percent alcohol in Mount Dora Florida. The ordinance limits sales within a defined area including Fifth Avenue Donnelly Street Highland Street and related boundaries. final adoption set for June 2 1936 at 7 30 PM. Town Clerk WM Johnson announces filing and hearings.
Mrs Emma J Tallant holder of part Tax Certificate No issued August 7 1933 has filed for tax deed. Described property Lot 15 Block 9 Mount Dora Sec 31 19 S R 27 E in Lake Florida. Certificate was issued in the name of M G T Corp. If not redeemed the property will be sold to the highest bidder at the courthouse door on June 1 1936. Dated May 5 1936. (Official Seal) GEO J DYKES Clerk of Circuit Court By R C Peeples D C
W. M. Cory holder of part Tax Certificate No. 928 filed for tax deed. Property described as W% of NW% of NE% of SW% Sec 36 Tp 21 S R 25 E 7.5 acres in Lake County Florida formerly assessed to J T Lavergne Jr. Court-house door on first Monday, dated May 4, 1936.
Leslie F. Jackson and M. Eleanor Jackson hold Tax Certificate No. 2852 issued September 7 1931 and filed for a tax deed. The certificate covers Lot 2 Fearons Subdivision Mt Dora in Lake County Florida once redeemed by law the property will be sold to the highest bidder at the courthouse door on June 1 1936. Dated May 4 1936. By BG Peeples D. Cc. 194te
James Bitar holder of Tax Certificate No. 2420 filed in my office and seeks sale of Lot 22 Block 11 Sylvan Shores Mt. Dora Lake County Florida. Certificate issued August 7 1933. Sale will occur unless the certificate is redeemed. Peeples D.C. 19-4tc
Political announcement for GEO F. WESTBROOK seeking the Democratic nomination for Florida State Senate District 23 in Lake County. Primary set for June 2 with appeal for support and funding. Paid political advertisement.
Paid political advertisement by Joe S. Wilkins a grower farmer and family man running for state senate subject to June 2 primary. He advocates tax reduction and opposes slot machines promising a town plan and public services while presenting himself as a principled candidate. Tennessee Joe.
To the voters of Lake County J M Austin announces candidacy for the State Senate in the 23rd District. He is a Leesburg resident urging support in the Democratic Primary scheduled for June 1936.
Thomas H. Cooley announces his candidacy for Representative to the Florida Legislature from Lake County Group Two. He pledges energetic, constructive, and impartial duties if elected, subject to the Democratic Primary on June 2, 1936.
Frank Buck McCall of Lake County Florida declares belief in efficiency and economy and says he will work toward these ends as a member of the Florida House of Representatives group 2. Paid political act.
Campaign leaflet from T. (Bilb) Adams urging vote for Lake County Group One candidacy. Promises include adequate old age pensions and clean fair honest progressive government for all people. Affirms independence from any group and pledges to serve people’s needs. Paid for by Pollina Act. 1941.
A Lake County Florida Democratic voter notice announces a candidate for the Florida House of Representatives Group 14 91p. The message pledges fair honest impartial service if elected and notes the Democratic primaries in June.
M V Simpson declares for County Commissioner District Four in Lake County. He pledges a straightforward business administration and asks for support in the Democratic primary on June 2, 1936, urging shared interests and a united effort.
Statement from F. E. Owens of District Four in Lake County Florida announcing candidacy in the Democratic Primary to be held June 2, 1936. He notes his eighth consecutive year in office and asks for continued confidence and support. 10 tfe Paid Political Ad.
A Lake County Florida notice pledges candidacy for renomination as Clerk of the Circuit Court in the Democratic Primary. J Dykes signs the appeal for courteous, efficient, economical administration and solicits voter support for June 2 1936.
E CK JR of Mount Dora Florida declares candidacy for Constable District 20 in Lake County Florida. The announcement notes the race will be decided in the Democratic primary on June 2. Paid political advertisement.
The Democratic Voters of Lake I announce Cena as a candidate for re election to the office of Superintendent of Public Instruction subject to the Democratic Primary on June 2. Cena cites duties that limit visiting all voters but asks for vote and support.
Paid political ad urging support for J Philip Doss in the Lake County tax assessor race ahead of the Democratic primary on June 2 1936. He asks for votes and backing from voters.
A gubernatorial style petition from a Lake County sheriff candidate asserts intent to seek re nomination and reelection. The note thanks supporters for previous help and urges continued backing at the June 2, 1936 primary with a pledge to enforce laws.
Gilbert W. Jones holder of Tax Certificate No 2291 issued August 7 1933 has filed for a tax deed. The certificate covers W 150 ft of N 140 ft of Block 49 Mt Dora Sec 30 Tp 19 S R 27 E in the Monroe Patterson Estate. Official seal shows GEO J DYKES 1941c by R C Peeples D C.
George M. Cornelius holder of Tax Certificate No. 3040 issued July 7 1930 sues on Lot 16 Block 48 Mt Plymouth. Original name on suit Dennis O McCue. Dated May 4 1936 official seal Dykes Clerk of Chief Court by R C Peeples Deputy Clerk.
The candidate thanks voters for past support and asks for influence and votes in the upcoming primary. The statement notes it is a paid political act and references the 2nd.
A 45 year old Lake County resident and attorney markets himself as a family man and veteran public servant seeking the County Judge seat. He notes 23 years practicing law, 10 years as Prosecuting Attorney, 20 years as a taxpayer, and 40 years in the county, urging voters to endorse an independent candidacy.
The regular teachers examinations for all grades of teachers certificates will be held in the high school building at Tavares on June 4 5 6 beginning promptly at eight oclock Thursday morning. Applicants must furnish their own writing material. For further information write Supt. D I Moore Tavares Florida.
The Federal Theatre Project under WPA will tour Florida with a marionette traveling show for welfare activities. In Lake County the tentative schedule includes May 21 at Astatula, May 22 at Eustis and Tavares, and May 25 to 27 across Montverde Okahumpka Yalaha Clermont and Umatilla. The Lake County Chamber of Commerce invited and arranged access for communities.
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