This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1967
Page
4
Fragmentary notice references an act dated March 8 involving a company and legal action. Readable fragments suggest official processing or filing steps. No clear parties, places, or outcomes are fully identifiable in the legible text.
A local editorial questions if Mayor Willmott will seek re election noting no opposition announced at press time. The piece argues an unopposed race signals apathy and urges residents to participate, praising Willmott for his service regardless of support.
The article outlines SB 171 and related acts tightening licensing rules. It details eligibility certificates, point systems, driver license fee changes, and exemptions for disabled veterans. It notes age and permit requirements, rear seat passenger rules, and a four year reexamination cycle starting July 1, 1970.
Hunters harvested an estimated 752 deer 44 turkeys 48 hogs and numerous small game animals in seven Central Florida Wildlife opening season. Harold W. Ashley Fifth District Commissioner notes heavy hunter pressure across Central Florida with the Ocala Area reporting the heaviest activity.
A safety note emphasizes that every car trip carries high risk and advocates defensive driving as a constant practice. It warns that odds against a crash are 544 to 1 and urges drivers to stress careful habits every time they are behind the wheel.
A narrative recounts a two day Mount Dorans voyage from Old Town to the Suwannee River with side trips to Hart Springs and Brandford, praising clear waters and scenic shores. It also covers Wesley Spence Lake Dora seining in early November yielding 6 621 pounds of gar shad and catfish, noting concerns about a catfish emphasis and recommending continued monitoring and program viability.
An estimated 13,000 to 16,000 hunters gathered for opening day. Minor firearms accidents occurred and one hunter fell from a tree stand, suffering a broken back.
Mount Dora Hurricanes turn a tense start into a 31-12 victory over Oviedo. Melvin Harris ramped up the offense with a 35 yard TD, Dumas powered in a late score, and Mount Dora eyeing a conference title with a matchup against Eustis looming Friday night.
The Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission seeks about 1000 Florida duck hunters to participate in a wing survey. The study aims to improve management of the Florida Duck population by analyzing wing specimens to distinguish hatch year and adult birds, informing harvest decisions. Hunters wishing to cooperate are asked to contact the commission.
Mount Dora and Eustis share seven common foes with tight results. Eustis beat Groveland 20 3 and routed Tavares 46 0 while Mount Dora edged them 13 7. The clash at Eustis High School Friday at 8 provides a decisive step toward an unbeaten season for the Hurricanes and a critical late test for Mount Dora. Seats suggested early after 5:30.
The note mentions Wildlife Research Projects at Suite 21 414 North East 16th Avenue Gainesville Florida to provide envelopes for mailing wings by opening day November 23. Visitors from all 50 states plus Canada England Europe and South America have visited the Sarasota Museum of the Cross operated by artist Ben Stahl.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.