Switch in Time Swings Florida Politics Toward Republicans
Tom Watson ends Democrat affiliation in a bold move that unsettles Florida politics and raises questions about the forthcoming state election. The desertion may shift voters toward the Republican ticket even as Warren seeks citrus links in California. Observers call the move smart for gaining attention in a two party era.
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Tom Watson
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Watson
Fulley Warren
Warren
California
Deep South
Pride of Ownership No City Plant Yet
An editorial argues against the city building its own power plant citing high labor and fuel costs during inflation. It warns that ownership may not reduce rates and could raise them if revenue notes require a rate increase. Mount Dora’s strong finances suggest restraint. It favors private power unless fruit industry gains solid ground.
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Florida Power Corp
Mount Dora
Florida
The Actors Three Open a Path for Mount Dora Theater
The Actors Three led by Gordon Goodrich and Barker brothers Jon and Bill advocate a community theater movement in Mount Dora. They say local theater offers wholesome entertainment and a sense of achievement for youth while attracting arts minded visitors and encouraging residents to stay. The group invites public attendance and offers roles behind and in front of the footlights to help the town.
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Mount Dora
Gordon Goodrich
Barker Brothers
Jon
Bill
Goodrich
Summer Lake Tales From The Lake Dora Journal
A three day diary notes summer scenes at Lake Dora with Scouts studying civics in City Council chambers. Strong winds, a brief thunder shower, and a late sunset over the water frame thin memoirs of daily life during a Florida warm spell.
Florida Tourism and Attitude in a Promotional Era
A columnist riffs on Florida's tourism boom and the promotional push by state and business groups. The writer notes reliance on natural resources and marketing, and urges readers to improve hospitality and attitudes toward visitors, warning about stereotypes of tourists and the value of neighborly welcome.
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Florida
Sunshine
Chambers of Commerce
Tinge of Gold and Cool Nights Hint at Florida Fall
The narrative describes brief rain showers and a gentle moonlit lake scene, noting a shift toward cooler, fall-like weather in Florida. It describes Monday’s long shadows, Tuesday’s clouds and a joint banquet, and Wednesday’s rain and continued green groves, with a calm, contemplative tone about seasonal change.
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Florida
Johnnie
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Teen Talk Cheerleaders Lead First Assembly of the Year
The year opens with a rousing assembly as cheerleaders return to duty led by senior Patty Claflin and captaincy for Barbara Shipes Lottie Mae Strawn Rhoda Williams Evelyn Minkley and Mary Foucart. Student leaders include Tim Poulton as senior president and Eddy Harding for the juniors with class captains announced for sophomores freshmen eighth and seventh grades. Verdual Hamlin is introduced as a national presidential aspirant with Adrianne Norton as running mate in a playful mock party at the Parish House. Reverend George Gibson guides the band amid noisy practice in the band room.
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Patty Claflin
Barbara Shipes
Lottie Mae Strawn
Rhoda Williams
Evelyn Minkley
Mary Foucart
Vincent
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Bob
Tim Poulton
Eddy Harding
Shorty” Williams
Pinkney Turner
Ann Bowers
Aline Paul
Freddy Roseborough
John Keller
Good manners blossom of egg and good feeling
A brief note attributes social grace to simple acts like courtesy and warmth. The quote by Sam ue frames manners as a gentle growth that enhances personal interactions and community mood.
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Samue
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