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Mount Dora Topic

Location

Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1929

Page

4

Missionary Union Holds Annual Meet at Mount Dora

The Woman's Missionary Union held its annual gathering at the Baptist Tabernacle in Mount Dora with over 125 delegates and visitors. The program included prayers, hymns, devotions, reports, special music, and election of officers for the coming year.

Woman's Missionary Union Baptist Tabernacle Mount Dora C. C. Long L. J. Hackworth Leesburg H. C. Peelman Jacksonville C. Daniels Umatilla W. H. Bixby Edmunds D. H. Bickers J. Ray Arnold C. C. Garrett

Society To Meet With Mrs. Marsh

The Congregational church women host the November Missionary meeting at Emma S. Marsh home 949 Grandview street on Thursday November 14 at 2 30. The study focuses on the International Missionary Council at Jerusalem 1928 with topics The Jerusalem Council and the spread of early Christianity. All are welcome for the program and social hour after.

The Congregational Church Emma S. Marsh Grandview Street International Missionary Council Jerusalem Jerusalem Council

Edward Torrey Weds In Shanghai

Edward W. Torrey son of the late Captain Norman W and Mary P Torrey of this city married Miss Uroos kaia in Shanghai China on October 23 1916 Mr Torrey a Peabody Mass native and Bowdoin graduate has worked with National City Bank of New York since 1912 The couple are on a wedding trip in Japan

Edward W. Torrey Norman W Mary P. Torrey Nine Urooskaia Shanghai China Torrey Peabody, Mass Peabody. High. School Bowdoin College National City Bank of New York Japan

W. C. T. U. Meeting At Mrs Callahan's Delights Members

The W. C. T. U. met at Mrs. Callahan's on Monday with sixteen attendees including two visitors. The gathering proved a very delightful occasion as members engaged in proceedings and discussions.

W. C. Tou

City Charter Extracts Read At Seebring Convention

Wm Johnson city clerk read extracts from the city charter at the state convention in Seebring. Attendees were urged to attend. prohibition literature was ordered. A $1.21 collection was taken. New members Mrs Johnson and Mrs Urquhart joined. Three members paid dues: Mrs Silas, Mrs Urquhart and Mrs Higgins. Delicious refreshments were served.

Wm. Johnson Seebring Union Johnson Urquhart Silas Higgins

Mount Dora Winter Visitors Include Mich and Ohio Residents

Caro Michigan residents C T Purdy and T J Storer arrive for the winter in Mount Dora. Mrs John Morrell and Mrs Gertrude Weiland come from Brunswick Ohio for a sojourn. Dr Miller Wells leaves for Jacksonville for the State Dental Meeting. Ladies Aid to hold all day session at Congregational church on Friday November 15. Ferdinand Smith to arrive from the north for the season. H H Mallory and F H Begole return for winter stays. Mrs A R Odell and daughter Liona join from Cleveland Heights with R V Bourgeois and Aura Masters visiting. Liona attends Rollins College. Woman's Club meets at Congregational church parlors Tuesday at 3 pm. John Whitney of Leesburg arrives for a short visit and plans extended stay later. Adeline Wise and Mildred Douglas return from Minnesota for winter. W S Van Valkenburg dies at sister A R Odell’s home in Cleveland on October 15.

Ladies’ Aid Society of The Congregational Church A. R. Odell Liona Cleveland Heights Mount Dora Aura Masters Rollins College John Whitney Leesburg, Va Whitney W. S van Valkenburg Cleveland van. . Valken

Mount Dora Welcomes Incoming Winter Residents

Burg resident spent winters in the city and has many friends here. Mrs. F R Parker has arrived to spend the season at home. Mount F S Thompson of Connecticut is due in Mount Dora this week for an extended stay.

Burg F. R. Parker Mount Dora Connecticut

Church Calendar Announces War Causes Talk

D B Spencer pastor leads a service schedule with Sunday School at 10 and morning worship at 11. At 7 p m Christian Endeavor, Miss Harriet Banks to discuss Up rooting the Causes of War on November 10.

D. B. Spencer Christian Endeavor Harriet Banks

Church Services Schedule for Armistice Day

Sunday November 10 includes Sunday school at 10:00 with Mr. Cooley and a 11:00 sermon by the pastor. Epworth League at 6:30 p m and an Armistice Service at 7:30. Wednesday midweek service at 7:30. Pastor James H. Elder invites all to attend.

Cooley Epworth League James H. Elder

Baptist Tabernacle Sunday Services and Activities

The Baptist Tabernacle lists Sunday School at 9 45 a m preaching by the pastor at 11 a m and 7 30 p m B Y P U at 6 30 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday 7 30 p m Public is invited to attend all services D P Montgomery pastor.

First Church of Christ Scientist Eustis Services

Announcement for the First Church of Christ Scientist in Eustis listing corner Grove Street and Lemon Avenue location with Sunday services at 11 am Sunday school at 9 45 am Wednesday testimonial meeting at 8 pm reading room hours Tuesday and Saturday afternoons 2 4. All are welcome.

First Church OF Christ Scientist Eustis Corner Grove St Lemon Avenue

Fitness Advice From Gymnasium Fashion Past

The piece recalls a 25 year old gymnasium trend urging a taut posture with chest high and abdomen drawn in. It notes a later slump toward a lax, bulging waist and promotes waist bending exercises and a forward walking cue as methods to regain a taut silhouette.

Co operative School Lunch Program Supports Pupils

Rural school patrons sponsor a cooperative lunch with a daily hot dish priced at five cents. Children bring produce for tickets, a cook is employed, and girls assist. Parents donate food and meals go to needy children through ticket exchanges.

Rubber Napkins For Babies Urges Frequent Change

The guidance warns against using waterproof or rubber napkins for infants except on rare outings. They irritate skin and block perspiration, so change the napkins as often as needed to keep the baby dry and comfortable. Do not assume safety simply from waterproof coverings.

Care of Oven After Use

After using the oven, leave the door open until steam evaporates and the oven cools. This helps prevent rust and prolongs the appliance's life.

Mount Dora High Points Editorial Staff

The Mount Dora High Points lists its editorial leaders including Ed in chief Norma Ferris assistant editor Dean Pinkston and publisher Hugh Merry with William Victor serving as business manager.

Norma Ferris Ass’t Dean Pinkston Hugh Merry M’gr William Victor

Mt Dora Falls 1 0 To Ocoee In Narrow Soccer Bout

On October 24 Mt Dora was defeated by Ocoee 1 to 0. The opening quarter was fast with the front line delivering good kicks while the back-field held under Ocoee’s rushes. A disputed throw-in favored Mt Dora after referee Mr Pratt’s questionable call. The second quarter quickened as Dora pressed for a goal and Ocoee’s defense faltered briefly, with the entire Mt Dora squad contributing to the tense play.

Mt. Dora Ocoee Pratt Dora

Mt Dora Narrow Loss To Umatilla 1 0 In Rough Clash

Mt Dora fell 1 0 to Umatilla on November 1 in front of a large crowd from both schools. The Dora squad opened with strong kicking and attacked the Uma tilla goal earning a corner kick. Jesse Dooley delivered several sharp kicks while Clovis Brantley replaced Victor in the second quarter as Umatilla pressed. Despite wind and steady Dora defense, no goal stood as Mt Dora produced rushed plays with limited consequence.

MT. Dora Umatilla Jesse Dooley Dora Clovis Brantley Victor Mr. Dora Joseph

Primary Health Week Program Notes

Friday afternoon activities included the Health Week observance with a Health Play titled Genevieve's Health Dream. Performances featured songs such as Oh drink some milk and Hallowe'en Song by Marion Edwards and Wilton Adams, plus The Battle exercise and talks by Dr. Dickson.

Genevieve Marion Edwards Wilton Adams Hallowe’en Dickson

Three Upper Classes Sign Three Year Ring Contract

October 22 the three upper classes of the high school signed a three year contract with Peters Co for class rings. Seniors and juniors have ordered their rings for this year and the sophomores will likely get theirs next year. The three year contract secures a fine ring at a reasonable price and the design mirrors that described in the last issue. The two upper classes hope to wear their rings by December 5.

Peters Co

Candy sale and ring orders announced for next Thursday

The seniors announce a candy sale next Thursday at 12:30 and note new rings ordered after Mr. Arey visited two weeks ago. Several members have paid, and the order includes seven rings expected to arrive soon.

Arey

Junior Class Notes Welcome New Group Member

We are glad to welcome to our group of nine a new member.

Juniors Prepare for Class Ring Delivery and Practices

Kenneth Jensen from Jacksonville notes strong junior class spirit as rings are awaited. The group plans play practices starting Monday and urges all members to know their parts by the first six weeks term amid mixed progress and relief among classmates.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Marion Abele Missionary Union Society Edward Torrey C. T. Purdy T. J. Storer Caro, Mich John Morrell Gertrude Weiland Brunswick, Ohio Miller Wells E. G. Clifford J. D. Thyng D. M. ‘Hayden Grace Dodge Washington, D. C Ferdinand Smith Mrs. H. H. Mallory West Springfield F. H. Begole Marquette, Mich Villa Dora Hotel Woman’s Club Adeline Wise Mildred Douglas Minnesota Charles Bell Texas Frank Buneck Florist E. Badger Eustis Methodist Episcopal MT. Dora VS. Ocoee Gould Sadler Vivian Thompson Myrtle Jepson Robert McMurray Dorothy Battle Joseph Swift Ruth Loveless Jane McCown Eleanor Wells Assembly Rings Lillian Goodrich, R. N Philadelphia Orthopedic Institute Apt Ingram Orlando Vitaphone—Movietone Beacham RITZ Richard Barthelmess Young Nowheres Marion Nixon Nancy Carroll Helen Kane Jack Oakie Kenneth Jensen Carte Delicatessen Mosteller Bros. Garage General N. Donnelly St J. J. West Realty CO Alexander Parchment Bridge Rebaum & Crane Hale & White Cash Grocery Sidel’s Market
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