Local Chronology of Eustis and Surroundings
Entries note births of D T Johnson and E M Talley in 1872 and 1877, Johnson a St Thomas pastor and Talley County Judge 1910 to 1936 with death in 1937. An 1904 election in Umatilla approved incorporation by 43 to 45, G V DeVault as first Mayor. Also, 1867 first Ocklawaha boat arrival at Leesburg. Editorial maxims conclude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. T. Johnson
St. Thomas
Eustis
Union
S. C
E. M. Talley
Chatham County
N. C
Umatilla
G. V. DeVault
Ocklawaha
Leesburg
The Right of Way and Public Life in Opinion
A collection of quotes debating gender, leisure, public office, and aging in society. Notable lines critique chivalry, Meek inheritances, and the treatment of writers, with remarks on Florida church culture and corporate views on age. Academy of thought contrasts modern merit with age-based limits.
The Lifeblood of Business Advertising Importance
The piece argues advertising drives success and that newspapers quickly reach the public. Citing B C Forbes, it claims sales focus, adapting to time, and maintaining visibility prevent decline, labeling advertising the lifeblood of business across firms large and small.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. C. Forbes
Biggest forestry festival to boost South wealth at Waycross
A historic educational forestry event will be held in Waycross Georgia from November 23 to 27. The Slash Pine Forestry Association with J S Elkins as secretary leads preparations, backed by numerous federal and state forestry services and civic groups. The festival aims to foster public welfare and expand interest in forest wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waycross
J. S. Elkins
Slash Pine Forestry Association
Slash Pine Association
United States Forestry Service
The
Georgia Forestry Service
Florida Forestry Service
Extension Service
University of Georgia
Forestry School
University of Florida
Division of Naval Stores Research
Georgia Division of Wild Life
Federal Housing Administration
Civilian Conservation Corps
National Resettlement Administration
Union Bag and Paper Company
Pulp and Paper Laboratory
Charles H. Herty
Boy Scouts
The Automobile Era Brings Jobs And Prosperity
The United States News reports autos form a six and a half billion dollar retail sector and a five billion dollar wholesale market. It notes one and a half billion in annual tax revenue, a highway system of one million miles, and nine billion dollars of national income tied to auto industries. Six million workers earn six billion three hundred million in wages, creating six million new jobs and expanding opportunity across the economy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States News
Florida Supreme Court election looming with three seats open
The text discusses upcoming Florida Supreme Court elections where three justices Ellis Buford and Chapman face six year terms, while Davis's vacancy prompts campaigns by Tom Watson and D Stuart Gillis. It argues voters should engage, noting all current justices won seats by gubernatorial appointment and urging informed choice.
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W. H. Ellisy Rivers Buford
Roy H. Chapman
Chapman
Fred H. Davis
Davis
Ellis
Buford
Supreme Court
Florida
Fred Davis
Tom Watson
Tampa
D. Stuart Gillis
DeFuniak Springs
Senate
Florida Supreme Court
Roy. Chapman
Watson
Gillis
Manatee County Farmers Market Opens in Palmetto
Florida expands its network of farmers markets as the Manatee County Farmers Market in Palmetto prepares to open on November 6. The event will feature remarks by Senator Pepper Governor Cone Congressman Peterson and Nathan Mayo among others, highlighting a central trade hub for Florida produce and agricultural progress in Manatee County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nathan Mayo
Florida
Sanford
Manatee County
Palmetto
Pepper
Cone
Peterson
Grapefruit Crop Near Second-Largest On Record in 1937
A U S Department report dated October 21 1937 says the grapefruit crop from the 1937 bloom is the second largest on record, only surpassed by last year. Oranges for winter and spring marketing are up about 3 000 000 boxes from 1936 and 25 percent above the 1931 35 average. In Lake County, Cattlemen’s Field Day in Kissimmee drew many attendees led by P C Turner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Lake County
Kissimmee
P. C. Turner
Umatilla
Lake County Livestock Association
Eustis Rotary Club Led by Father and Son Duo
Lake County’s Eustis Rotary Club unique leadership features Judge J. C. B. Koonce as president with his son O. B. Koonce serving as secretary. Both boast long 100 percent attendance records across many years. Weekly Friday noon meetings are held at the Country Inn under a famed, large eucalyptus tree planted by David Newell two years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake County
Eustis
Florida
David Newell
Girl's 4H Club elects officers in Mount Dora
The Girl's 4H Club Mount Dora organized on October 25 elected officers Betty Blanchard as president Grace Conant as secretary Ossie Ginther as treasurer The club discussed various 4H activities and anticipated strong participation this year as three of twenty members have attended the 4H Short Course recently planning extensive future work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Dora
Aon Miller
Betty Blanchard
Grace Conantee
Ossie Ginther
Increase in Old Age Assistance Payroll in Lake County
Lake County reports October old age assistance payroll at 3997.00, up from 2523.00 in September, with an average grant of 16.18. Florida welfare board speedups raise October case load to 17467, up 6555 from July 10912. districts staffed, 27000 cases expected in three months. Also notes pest control method for rose bushes using bordeaux with lead arsenate to deter leaf cutting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake County
State Welfare Board
Florida
First Methodist Church Service Details and Leaders
First Methodist Episcopal Church presents sermon by Dr Kelton during 10 45 am Morning Worship with Heber D Ketcham as minister and Mrs C M Gudgeon as organist Church School at 9 45 am Bible Study on Wednesday at 7 30 pm
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First Methodist Episcopal Church
Heber D. Ketcham
D.D
C. M. Gudgeon
Kelton
Anteen McBrodie
Florence Gilbert Hanscom
Church OF Christ
Bible School
Lawrence Mize
First Baptist Church Service Schedule
Corner Tenth and Tremain church invites strangers and all seeking a home. Sunday School begins at 9 45 a m B Y P U at 6 30 p m mid week service Wednesday at 7 30 p m Rev Neslie V Underwood pastor all welcome to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Corner Tenth
Tremain
Neslie V. Underwood
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Governor Cone
Miami
Palm Beach
New Yorker
Slash Pine Festival
Farmers’ Markets
Ge Crom
the Fair Association
Z. T. Roberts, Jr
Groveland
Wilmer Bassett
Herts
C. E. Lester
M. Wells
First National Bank
Fla
Cooley & Osborne
Law
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Liona V. Odell
Fifth Ave
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A. C. Quixley Realty Co
Jimmie Redd
J. O. Hall
Villa Evans
C. W. Long
St. Louis Ave
A. H. Brinkman
McMurray
Harry E. Backus
McDonald Street
Saree Thompson
Court House
Tavares
I.E. Fulmer
Ecome Fibre Paper
Preg Black
L. A. Tremain
Donnelly Ave
T. H. Evans Watchmaker and Jeweler Watch
Eee
Seaboard
East Pine Street
Orlando
ST. Thomas Episcopal Eustis, Fla
ST. Mary’s OF the Lakes
Clermont
Church OF God
Pentecostal
Liberty St
G. G. Prince
First Church OF Christ Scientist
Grove Street
Lemon Avenue
Fountain Inn
Eustis Street
W. M. Kennedy
Mount Dora, Fla
Louis R. Tremain
Ray E. Daniels
Perrydelltowa Beach
Orlando P.O
Dixie Een
Rio Vista
Aey
Harold Wilson
DR. Richardson
Alfred Rehbaum
J. J. West
Nan J. Stuart
Marshall
Rexall
Southern Printing
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J. M. Smith
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