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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1950
Page
4
A Mount Dora school trip to Orlando circus became a lesson in order as police led a long procession of trucks and cars. Civil liberties clashed with safety concerns until Orlando officers restored discipline, illustrating governance in action.
Arthur E. Stowe, 83, longtime Mount Dora resident and author of a book on Mount Dora, died Sunday in Sanford hospital. He had lived in Sanford this season with his cousin, leaving a son and a daughter in Hudson, Massachusetts. Last rites were planned for Hudson.
The Mount Dora Art League announces its November general meeting Friday at 8 p.m. in the social rooms of the Community building. Members will discuss upcoming exhibits and league plans.
Central Florida Blood Bank officials note Mount Dora has contributed 44 gallons of blood since the 1947 start of the Lions club sponsored drive. Mrs Mary Rand executive secretary informed the Lions club this week.
Hans C. Peterson aged 85 died at his Mount Dora home after 28 years in retirement. Last rites were held November 11 at Rehbaum chapel with Rev. Robert M. Blackburn officiating. He is survived by widow Dorthea, two sons Robert P. of Chester PA and Albert C. of Mount Dora, and two brothers Robert of Derby CT and Ole of Wilmington DE. He was a Lutheran church member.
Charles E Shaw of Eustis will speak at the League sketching class program. The well known artist and instructor will present an interesting program. All League members and others interested in art are invited to attend. A discussion of other League activities will follow.
Readers in Mount Dora and nearby areas can attend services at several churches this weekend. Sorrento Presbyterian, led by Rev. E. O. Sutherland, emphasizes Psalm 1 with the theme The Happy Man. Methodist minister Rev. Robert M. Blackburn shares Our Search for a Saviour in the morning and The Divine Family in the evening, with music directed by Charles Rex. Community Church, with Dr. Robert R. Reed, features Winning the War of Ideas in the morning, soloist Mrs. Robert Wason performing The King of Love. Baptist Church pastor James H. Sutley preaches on Checking Up On Our Selves in the morning and Change, Exchange and Short-change in the evening, plus a congregational song-fest and special numbers.
Editor notes Mount Dora Lions club organized a democratic outing for Milner Rosenwald academy students on Thursday November 16. The event ensured every school age child could attend the circus, enriching learning beyond books, with thanks extended to the Lions club by MRA and Principal C. O. Lott and the students.
The Class of 1952 plans a community play at the Mount Dora Community Building on December 8. Director Ronald Aldrich leads a cast including Bill Peiris Patsy Dean Martha Simpson Charles Moorhead Harold Gregg Billy Odom Pinkney Turner Jean Pike Carolyn Keller Patty Cox Norma Anderson and Max Bulske in a family style comedy drama about life.
Miss Laura May Neville longtime Mount Dora Chamber of Commerce secretary and 1948 Rol lins College registrar died after a life in Florida and church work. Survived by her mother in Winter Park a brother Jack Neville of Seattle and a sister Mrs James Williamson of Wauseon Ohio.
Policyholders are assured coverage that provides assistance wherever they are and whenever required. The message emphasizes ready service and broad reach, underscoring reliability in times of need.
Mount Dora High School Student Council expresses gratitude to the Lions Club for transporting students to the circus and to local citizens who contributed funds. The message extends deep appreciation to the whole town for their support. Elwood McHaffie and Diane Testrake sign as president and secretary.
Organizations seeking speakers on Red Cross work may contact the Lake County Chapter. A speakers bureau has been organized through headquarters at Leesburg to assist groups in arranging talks.
Mr and Mrs Fred E Wise welcome daughter Karen Gail 8 lb 3 oz born Wednesday morning at Orange Memorial hospital Mrs Wise is formerly Maryann Hadlock Twins born to Mr and Mrs Willie D Key Highland Ave at Waterman Memorial hospital November 20 Donald Ray 6 lbs 10 oz and Brenda Faye 6 lbs 7 14 oz Every year forest fires destroy enough pulp size trees to provide a 12 month newsprint supply for all U S newspapers
The Community Forum committee of the Methodist and Community churches set the series start for January 13 after its first meeting last week. The schedule for the community wide event will be announced soon, with members including W. E. Breckenridge D. D. or A. R. Kinsey L. N. Kello Sleight Miss Elmirar Dr. Robert R. Reed and Rev. Robert M. Blackburn.
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