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Newspaper
Mount Dora Topic
Location
Mount Dora, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1960
Page
2
An article documents lawn bowling activity after a hurricane winds through the tropics. It notes minimal damage to rinks and debris like fallen branches cluttering streets, plus scattered plant and furniture damage. It also mentions returning bowlers and social gatherings, a 90th birthday celebration, and a conference on lawn bowling in California.
Turkish visitor Edis Erginler spoke at Mount Dora Rotary about contrasts between life in Turkey and the United States. The report notes a 29 to 0 victory by Herbert Snore and Ethel Hic and Bridgy's team’s 31 to 2 defeat, with two points scored by George Weed and Marion Brinker on the first end.
On a Saturday night in Ocala a second floor apartment dwelling faced danger when a couple could not hail a taxi to the Simpson hotel. Mayor Bliss and another man assisted, stopping patrol police to aid their friends.
Public notices inform Joe Fowler of a divorce suit filed in Lake County Florida Circuit Court and require a written answer by October 17, 1960. The document also provides a foreclosure sale notice in the same court with sale on September 21, 1960 at 11 a.m. at the Lake County Courthouse, Tavares, involving Fannie Mae Brown and others. The notices name attorneys W M Kennedy and T R Champion and Roy Christopher as attorney for plaintiffs.
The Bethel F M Mt Olive AME service was excellent despite the storm. Rev W D Ornutt attended briefly and morning service was postponed to night. The Federation council met at St John PB to discuss future matters. The National convention in Philadelphia is progressing and delegates will return with information. The Association plans a October meeting in Sanford for the Banner Session. A local law officer is praised and residents are urged to support him in stopping misdemeanors.
A Fifth Congressional District public forum will be held September 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at Langford hotel in Winter Park. Speakers include Sen. Holland Sen. Smathers and Rep. Herlong. Lake county residents may submit questions. there is no charge. The 11 counties in the district are Brevard Citrus Flagler Lake Marion Orange Osceola Seminole St Johns Sumter Volusia.
Dr. Thomas Langley of Eustis was chosen president of the Lake County Unit of the American Cancer Society at a meeting held at the Lake County Chamber of Commerce building in Tavares. Ed Huff of Leesburg was elected vice president and Mrs. Selma C. Pearce of Eustis was elected secretary.
A reflective quote from George Macdonald stating that seeking help reveals inner strength and resilience.
Entomologists outline simple controls for lawn pests including ants fleas ticks and redbugs. Use chlorodane dieldrin lindane malathion and proper application methods. several treatments may be needed. Emerald Zoysia is hardy in Florida while centipede and some bermudas fare poorly in winter. A fall garden plan yields a nutritious, economical harvest with crops like field peas beans cucumbers and tomatoes planted in September.
Insurers in Mount Dora expect many Hurricane Donna property claims and advise patience while adjusters handle cases. Nationwide firms are sending 300 emergency loss adjusters to Florida to accelerate processing, with hardship cases prioritized. Tips include listing damage before reporting, allowing temporary repairs as part of the claim, and avoiding unlicensed contractors.
George J. Whith Jr executor files final return and petition for distribution and discharge in the estate of Samuel M. Coben with hearing set Sept 22. attorney Dessay Building, Tampa. In a separate case Viola K. E. Baird Fordham sues Robert D. Fordham for divorce. notice to defend with response due Oct 13 1960 in Lake County Florida court. Roy Christopher attorney.
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