Inauguration Preparations Engage Tallahassee for Holland Arrival
Tallahassee readies a grand four year inauguration period for Governor elect Spessard Holland. Committees drive celebrations with open free events from arrival to inaugural ball, while Allen coordinates plans to attract residents from Florida and Georgia. City chambers boost hotel room reservations as thousands are expected.
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Spessard L. Holland
William P. Allen
Fred P. Cone
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Georgia
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Capitol
Pepe
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Chamber of Commerce
Rumor of a Special Legislative Session Fades
The piece reports a quiet period with talk of a special legislative session, then confirms the national election as the trigger. Date set for the first of the year, pending gubernatorial call by Governor Holland. Veterans warn against being surprised, recalling the boy who cried wolf.
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Robie Named Acting Executive Secretary to Governor Cone
Hazel H. Robie, long time secretary in the governor's office, was appointed acting executive secretary to Governor Cone. She had served as confidential secretary after earlier duties, and succeeds W. B. Cone who resigned some time ago. The role change is in title only.
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Hazel H. Robie
Cone
W. B. Cone
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Florida transport firms gear for 1941 tax push
In Florida, truck and bus operators unite to press lawmakers for tax relief in the 1941 session. They claim figures show they sit near the bottom of the state tax pile as they anticipate gambling related measures being proposed.
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Gambling legislation and revenue debates in Florida politics
The passage discusses the uncertain path of gambling bills as revenue measures, noting Holland’s anti gambling stance and voter fear of church influence. It contrasts this with the 1931 racing bill and mentions a state information service offering non political data to readers.
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Capital Services
P. C. Boxallahassee
Florida
Supreme Court
Judge Glenn Terrell Praises Lake County Chamber
Chief Justice Glenn Terrell addressed the November 14 gathering in the Lake County court room and wrote the Chamber of Commerce praising its work. He said the program was highly enjoyable and that Lake County gets more favorable public mention than any other county in the state.
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Glenn Terrell
Supreme Court of Florida
Lake County
Lake County Chamber celebrated silver anniversary and new Fair building
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce marked its 25th anniversary with a commemorative program in Eustis including the dedication of the Fair building and portraits of four notable deceased citizens. The event drew thousands from Lake and nearby counties as tributes were voiced by local editors and officials.
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Lake County Chamber Welcomes Karl Lehmann as Leader
The Orlando Times praises Lake County and its Chamber of Commerce in a generous editorial. Karl Lehmann is congratulated for being reelected secretary and manager, and for serving as president, treasurer, and other officers and directors of the organization.
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Orlando Times
Lake County
Karl Lehmann
Lake County Leaders Earn Praise for Growth Efforts
Secretary Lehmann is praised for his detailed, tireless promotions in Lake County and much of Florida. Congratulations are extended to Frank Stebbins and A. S. Herlong Jr. for unanimous reelection as treasurer. Lake County’s chamber of commerce and communities drive ongoing progress as new capital and investors flow in, boosting homes and businesses.
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Boyce Williams Praised for Florida Campaign Leadership
The Orlando Morning Sentinel lauds Boyce A. Williams of Ta vares as Democratic campaign director in Florida from Sept 4 to the election. Editor War ren Roberts notes his economical management with total costs around 15 dollars and credits the Roosevelt vote to his leadership and Democratic loyalty statewide.
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Lake Countian Bowed into National Real Estate Boards
Clermont resident Stuart H. Bowman was elected director of the National Association of Real Estate Boards at the Philadelphia convention. He has led the Florida Association of Real Estate Boards for two years, earning a prestigious board seat and reflecting credit on Lake County and Florida.
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Clermont
National Association of Real Estate Boards
Philadelphia
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Florida Association of Real Estate Boards
Florida
Burdine Wins Century Club Honor for Leesburg Agent
Leslie Burdine of Leesburg is named a Century Club member for significant business written in Leesburg and Lake County for Equitable Life. The Lake County Chamber of Commerce notes his consistent production signals local financial stability and prosperity.
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Leesburg
Century Club
Lakes County
Equitable Life Assurance Society
United States
Leslie
Lake County
Marion County Plans Home Guard Inspired by Lake County
Marion County launches a home guard movement following Lake County Guard successes led by Lt. Col. Thomas H. Cooley. A meeting at the war memorial building in Tuscadilla Park tonight invites all white male citizens 18 to 65 to enroll for a three year term with possible earlier disbandment if the emergency ends. The effort follows guidance from Lake County officials and cites Lt Gen Albert H. Blanding’s remarks on duties over rights.
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Thomas H. Cooley
Mary County
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Tuscadilla Park
Norton P. Davis
Homer Carpenter
Leesburg
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United States
Albert H. Blanding
American Legion
Jacksonville
Who Sends the Rain and Weather Superstitions
Educator Dr. John H. Sherman notes rain beliefs from history and various cultures. He cites moon-old chick stews, black cats, blood rituals in China and Tasmania, and modern war explanations, questioning whether invoking a Mississippi lady is humor or blasphemy.
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