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Mount Dora Topic

Location

Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1959

Page

2

Shuffleboard Opens Summer Schedule at Clermont

Lake County Shuffleboard Association started the summer schedule with 24 games played by eight teams led by Harvey Osterland. Results include multiple Red and Black divisions, with Lena Gibbs and Bob Agarton and later Mary Kline and Bert Owen winning top Red, and Mrs. Nelson and Ture Anderson officiating. The group notes historical roots from 1925, 1937 club formation, and 1930 court history.

Lake County Shuffleboard Association Clermont Harvey Osterland Graham Nelson Dooley Hornaday Osterland Powers Ture Anderson Becher Nolet Agarton Peter Lena Gibbs Bob Agarton Prentice Art Strobl Earl Dodd Ray Elliott Mary Kline Bert Owen Wheeler Mr. Steel Mrs. Nelson Ty Tyson Kline Wheeler Steel Bakey Tom

Mrs Uriah Davis Dies at 74 in Mount Dora

Mrs Jennie P Davis 74 wife of Uriah P Davis died at her Tremain Street home last Friday. A Mount Dora resident for 13 years she came from New York City. She belonged to the Methodist Church Wo a club and Lawn Bowling club. Survived by husband one sister Mrs John Wager Detroit a brother Russell J Foster Royal Oak Mich and several nieces and nephews. Rev James Jones officiated at services at Rehbaum Funeral home last Saturday with interment planned in Detroit.

Jennie P. Davis Uriah P. Davis Tremain St Davis Mount Dora New York City Methodist Church Woa Club Lawn Bowling Club John Wager Detroit Russell J. Foster Royal Oak Mich James Jones Rehbaum Funeral Home

The Persistent Trader Quote by Robert P Vanderpoel

The most successful businessman keeps the old while it remains good and adopts the new as soon as it is better. Robert P. Vanderpoel offers a concise view on balance between tradition and innovation.

Roland Morse Dies on Eve of European Trip

Roland Morse died May 7 at Durham Young hospital after health strains from caring for his first wife Alice. He recently married Ida Bush and planned a Europe trip May 26 with funeral held at Rehbaum Funeral Home. Survived by wife, two daughters, a son, a sister, and several stepchildren. Interment in Westbow, ss.

Roland Jenner Morse Europe Rehbaum Funeral Home Robert R. Reed Mr. Morse Durham Young Hospital Alice Ida Bush Brockton Mass John P Mary H. Morse Brockton High School Boston Latin High Worcester Academy Prescott Boston University Harold Brockton Transportation Co Mount Dora Harold Morse South America Roland Morses Bradenton Grandview St Paul Revere Lodge F.&a.m Roland

Patrol Truck Warned by State Patrol Over Lights

The city electric service truck was scolded by the State Highway Patrol for dim blinker lights used to warn of electric activity. The patrol requested permission to buy brighter lights at $35 each, totaling about $70 for the replacements.

State Highway Patrol City Utilities Harold Overhiser

Mount Dora Bridge Winners Announced At Lake County Club

Mount Dora winners at the Lake County Duplicate Bridge Club on Monday include N-S first Mrs Roland Cooper and third Mrs William Clifton. E-W winners were first Mrs Paul Johnson and Mrs A F Schrup, second Ernest Butler and IF Collie, fourth Mrs John Alden Murray.

Mount Dora Lake County Duplicate Bridge Club N-S Roland Cooper William Clifton E-W Paul Johnson Ernest Butler IF. C. Collie John Alden Murray

Mount Dora Lawn Bowls Club Notes Losses and Plans

The Mount Dora lawn bowls scene records the deaths of Roland J. Morse and Pearl Wolff Davis. Morse, a 1937 joiner from Brockton, served as Mount Dora rationing supervisor during WWII and enjoyed boating. Davis was an associate member for 10 to 12 years. The spring league meeting voted to resume Tuesday afternoon games for a year, end ties, add an extra end, and use neutral grounds for playoff tiebreakers.

Roland J. Morse Uriah (Pearl Wolff) Davis Maj. Marsh Selah George L. Kress Kendall Mimi Cookson Reed Congregational Father Mangrum Episcopal Kress Presbyterian Maynard Church Lawn Bowls News Mount Dora Harry Borner Robert VanStone Arthur Jewell Ira Kellogg Winnie VanStone John Mueller Jewellers Muellerites Pinehurst Bayard Webb

Hold Business Parley by Monday Social Club

The last meeting of the season was hosted by Mrs. John Bukey with cards winners Mrs. Clara Ewing in bridge and Mrs. Belle Lee in 500. Refreshments were served and play will continue through the summer.

John Bukey Clara Ewing Belle Lee

ITCH-ME-NOT Promoted For External Skin Irritations

An advertisement touts ITCH-ME-NOT to relieve itching within minutes. It claims a 48c price back in 15 minutes if the itch persists and highlights Mount Dora Pharmacy as a local seller.

Mount Dora Pharmacy

Upcoming Lawn Bowls Tournament Results To Be Published

Lawn Bowls News notes the next issue will report tournament results. Evening play has faced uneven success due to lake insects and winds driving them away shore. Several new members have joined the club recently including Will Rice George Weed Dr Joel Belle Lee Marion Brinker Tom Spencer and others.

Lawn Bowls News Mstins Will Rice George Weed Joel Belle Lee Marion Brinker Tom Spencer Dave Britton Leon Herblin Stewart Gibson Glenn Neptune Roy Williams Mary Chain Alex Whiteside Bob Rehm Col Burr Irwin Osgood Kinsman Dorothy Powers Bill Mary Kearsley Grace Trager Marie Warren Fernald Hutchins Will Breckenridge Olin Steve Gregor Ida Fuller Val Edith Wetmore Arthur Bennett

Unclear Offer Promised Savings With Limited Sign Up

A conservative estimate cites savings of 50 to 100 dollars but requires immediate sign up. The proposal claims to streamline work by using conversion crews in a single effort. After the initial expansion, the offer will be withdrawn.

Gas service outreach promises advance notices and checks

The notice explains a natural gas provider will verify names and contact details, send a full week in advance a letter about an upcoming in-home visit, and issue a second reminder before the representative calls, to allow residents to plan to be at home.

Gas Pipeline Plan Promises Home Value Boost in Houston

It is estimated the gas line installation could cost up to $100 or more, with in-home service outlets. The program reportedly raises property value and offers substantial savings beyond the upfront cost. Discuss the plan with neighbors before the Houston Representative arrives and note the offer will be withdrawn after expansion.

Houston

Houston Representative Promises Help With Gas Service

A Houston representative will carry official literature and Houston identification to assist you in filling out a simple natural gas application. You will receive an official receipt for a deposit, and the service can be continued after terms. The representative is bonded to ensure protection against loss.

Houston Houston Corporation Exavent A&y Pew

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