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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1967
Page
5
The article urges local involvement through the Chamber of Commerce to project a united community image. It promotes business memberships at 25 dollars yearly and individual memberships at 10 dollars, with contact via the Chamber secretary at 383-4665.
A horse show is scheduled for October 22 at 1 p.m. at Sea Arena in Fruitland. Hynel will host four Halter class events, with seven performance events including junior and senior West divisions.
The Mount Dora Jaycees outline a busy month with paint complete on the Little League Field house and press box, concession staffing for events, a Trick or Treat Candy Sale underway, and two concession stands during the Power Boat Regatta. The Tenth Annual Christmas Parade is being organized by Dick Pasil and Del Wilbur, with over 100 letters sent to participants, plus a Marion County Mounted Posse drill show after Halter Classes.
The policy outlines six week grading periods for all levels and distinct report cards for grades 1-3 and 4-6 with letter grades tied to numeric ranges. Elementary citizenship uses A to F, high school uses the same letter scale, Mount Dora High will issue separate subject report cards, and a policy committee will oversee implementation.
Beetal notes on cross breeding bees from South America and Africa aim for 1,000,000 pounds yearly production, but results lag. Wax prices soar to 120 dollars per pound. Vietnam rice imports top 700,000 tons as war drains fields. Wealthy figures like J Paul Getty and H L Hunt feature in cost and lifestyle anecdotes.
Mount Dora drives exceed 1900 to fund soldier and visiting serviceman entertainment. A business men's volley ball league plans a mid November start at Annie Donnelly Park as part of a new season. Merchants vote to stay open Friday nights to boost business.
The Coacoochee Society of the Children of the American Revolution met at Mrs Henry W Land's Tangerine home for the year opening. President Bard Lappin led a discussion of plans including attending St Edwards Church next Sunday and a group field trip on November 3.
School staff collaborated across the year to create updated grading standards for elementary grades. The reform aims to align assessments with learning goals and support student progress through consistent criteria.
Florida campers enjoy year round outdoor stays with sturdy gear and simple comforts. An Extension agronomist notes costs rival a two week hotel for a family of four, with food and travel the main ongoing expenses. Avoiding gadgetry boosts outdoor enjoyment.
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