Cope Boatel Gains Final Approval Amid Possible Court Challenge
The city approves a zoning change for John Cope to build a motel on the lakefront, with plans for four apartment units, docks, and parking. The project awaits state Hotel and Restaurant Commission and water authority approvals. Dissenters led by Col. John Bethel threaten court action, while the Boat Club backs the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Atty
Roy Christopher
John Cope
Council
State Hotel and Restaurant Commission
Cope
Wise Boat Works
Anh
Boat Club
Col
John Bethel
Postmaster Vacancy Open in Sorrento
The U S Civil Service Commission announces an examination for postmaster at Sorrento with a salary of 4620 dollars per year. Applications accepted until November 10 1959 and must meet residency age and fitness requirements.
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Sorrento
U. S. Civil Service Commission
Washington
D. C
Merchants Division Plans First Get-Acquainted Party
The Mer chants Division plans the first annual Get-Acquainted gathering at the American Legion home on Thursday Oct 29. A 6 30 fish fry opens the event open to business and professional people. Robert O Grant ham chairs the effort to foster closer ties with the Chamber of Commerce. Representatives will invite local professionals personally.
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Merchants Division
American Legion
Robert O. “Dude” Grantham
Chamber of Commerce
Uncle Bill Guild Guides Kids To Nature And Science
St. Petersburg resident Bill Guild turned retirement into a lifelong mission teaching science. He built a home museum and laboratory, led school groups, and hosted classes and a science fair that drew kids from across the area. His work earned national recognition and roles with gifted education groups.
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Bill Guild
Massachusetts
St. Petersburg
Bill
Florida
Chamber of Commerce
Speore
Reader’s Digest
National Association of Gifted Children
National Science Teachers Association
Phillips Exeter Academy
St. Petersburg Science Center
Appellate Court Reverses City Damages Claim
The Second District Court of Appeals reversed a Lake County jury ruling in the damage suit of Gertrude Voorhees. It freed Mount Dora from sharing about 45 000 dollars after finding the city not liable for her husband Gerald Voorhees death in an electrical line extension incident.
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Mount Dora
Second District Court of Appeals
Lake County
Gertrude Voorhees
Gerald
City Electric
H. D. Overhiser
Overhiser
Roy Christopher
Christopher
Council
Ellen Bryant
James S. Bryant
Sorrento
Dade City Mimics Mount Dora Tree Care Plan
Win C. Sleight and Charles Jackson discuss adopting Mount Dora’s tree program in Dade City. A tour showcased de massing removal of dead limbs and overall care of parkway oaks as the Mount Dora example gains state notice.
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Jackson
Mount Dora
Mount Dora Symphony society seeks members for concerts
The Mount Dora Symphony society invites music lovers to join to aid Kiwanis sponsored concerts and hear Henry Mazer of the Florida Symphony. Members may meet Mazer at a post lecture tea and help feature a guest artist at one concert. Jan 8 and March 18 dates listed.
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Mount Dora
Maude P. Beiser
Stephen Gregor
Fairview St
City Trio Studies Parking Needs
A three member city council committee including David Bowen Lou L Heaton and Robert O Dude Grantham will survey Mount Dora over the next two weeks to decide if a second municipal parking lot is needed. The meeting debated removing meters but critics say meters curb street abuse. A legislative act to condemn property for public parking was suggested but not acted on.
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Sares Mount Dora
David Bowen
Lou L. Heaton
Robert O. “Dude”. Grantham
Heaton
Lake Coleman
Feed Plant Move Approved in Mount Dora Zoning Change
Mount Dora city council approved a zoning change at Baker Street and the railroad from warehouse to manufacturing to allow a poultry feed plant to relocate from DeLand. R. M. Powers of DeLand plans the move, purchasing the former Jones Bros. Feed Store site. The plant will employ about 10 people and bring three key staff families, though noise during humid periods is a drawback. operations will halt after 3 p.m. and on Sundays except emergencies.
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Mount Dora
Baker St
DeLand
R. M. Powers
John Cain
Jones Bros
Cain
Razing Action Backed by Group Lets Mayor Target Deteriorating Homes
City Council gave Mayor W. D. Patton power to condemn unlivable structures in East Town. With support from the Progressive Citizens Organization in the colored community, the mayor can order razing of six houses on Jackson, Clayton, Orange and Gorham streets, and compel repairs or fines for delay.
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East Town
W. D. Patton
Progressive Citizens Organization
Jackson
Clayton, Orange and Gorham Sts
Citizen urges annexation vote approved in Mount Dora
A Mount Dora citizen, Harrison Chesley, urged annexation of outer areas arguing for city services and legal ties. City Council approved a resolution to place the measure on the December 8 municipal ballot and set voting sites with limited absentee options.
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Harrison Chesley
Mount Dora
Dora JayCees Halloween Dance Next Saturday
The Mount Dora JayCees host a Halloween Dance at the American Legion Hall from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Youth Center building fund. Tickets cost $4 per couple. Fred Wise oversees decorations.
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Mount Dora JayCees
American Legion Hall
Youth Center Building Fund
Fred Wise
Observant Citizen Aids Law By Noting Car Theft Evidence
Highland street observer Durwood Sellers alerted police after spotting a car at Fralicks Restaurant late at night then parked by Sanford road. Investigators found four newspaper racks with coin boxes in the vehicle. Racks belonged to Fralicks and another restaurant. Billy Flake and Cornell Mc Clain, both 20, were arrested on a theft charge.
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Highland St
Eustis
Durwood Sellers
Fralick’s
Sellers
Fralicks
Billy Flake
Cornell McClain
Eft
Deadlines Set for City Election Filing and Voting
City Clerk Mel Wagner announces petitions for mayor and council vacancies are due by 5 p.m. November 17. Voter registration closes at 5 p.m. on election day. The city election and annexation vote will be held Tuesday December 8 with polls open at that time.
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Mel Wagner
Wagner
Mount Dora Float to Lead JayCees Parade
Mount Dora will again be represented in the JayCees Christmas parade. City council approved spending up to 100 dollars to fund a city float for the December 12 event, the second year the JayCees sponsor the parade.
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Mount Dora
JayCees
Club hears Bridgman on founding Rollins College
Frank Bridgman spoke on the founding of Rollins College at the Mount Dora Woman's club meeting yesterday. Mrs I N Kellogg reported on the General Federation of Women's Clubs convention held this summer. Mrs John Crosswhite chaired the hostesses.
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Bridgman
Frank Bridgman
Rollins College
Mount Dora
Woman’s Stat
I. N. Kellogg
General Federation of Woman’s Clubs
John Crosswhite
City cannot intervene in Highland street tree removal
Citizen W J Godtel protested as trees slated for removal for a new supermarket despite council and Park Commission grants. State Road Dept. labeling roads safety hazard led to removal at builders' cost, with trees deemed aged and potential hazards, leaving council unable to act.
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Highland St
State Road Dept
W. J. Godtel
Park Commission
Mayor to Probe Violation Claim
A hearing is set in Mayor W. D. Patton's court over whether a zoning violation by an electrician causes annoyance to retired residents Mr. and Mrs. John Zimmerman. The couple allege business activity in a residential zone with late work hours. the mayor found no violation but the city attorney notes a sign and possible zoning breach.
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W. D.patton
John Zimmerman
Roy Christopher
Zimmermans
Circle Sells Palms by Founders Circle Garden Club
The Founders Circle of Lakes and Hills Garden Club will sell Seaforthia palms today and tomorrow in front of First National Bank and outside the Princess Theatre.
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Founders Circle of Lakes and Hills Garden Club
Seaforthia
First National Bank
Princess Theatre
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Georgia Phillips
Joyce Stewart
Margaret Lafroos
Guy Bliss
Sylvan Shores
Riley’s Park
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Chesley
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QO. M
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