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Newspaper
Sarasota Times
Location
Sarasota, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
8
Before the 42nd drawing in a raffle to fund travel to Johns Hopkins Hospital Charles Allyn’s Shetland pony was won by Mrs M B Reth. She confirmed to Allyn that the pony and cart would remain his, allowing him to depart the city with hopes of recovery and a welcome return.
Mr. A. L. Joiner cashier of the First National Bank purchased the Humber residence in Sarasota Heights. He has lived in Sarasota a year and plans to move in on July first, citing growing belief in the city’s prospects as property remains affordable.
Mr A F Baer of Milford Conn and Mrs Baer spent winter at the Bird cottage on Seminole street then returned to Milford last Saturday and will make Sarasota their home after accepting a position with the Sarasota Ice and Cold Storage Company. Mrs Baer will arrive in a few weeks.
County leaders weigh forming a new division with the executive committee to appoint proponents. Frank Redd backs Lord's plan to invite citizens from other areas. Gullett notes the new county would retain the current school fund. No date set for next gathering.
Ground has been broken and the foundations laid for a brick building to be erected by Mr. Harry Rigby on his lot at the corner of Main street and Lemon avenue. The foundation is prepared for a three story structure, with the decision on a third floor to depend on financing and feasibility.
Sarasota Bay Post No. 80 of the American Legion sent a strong delegation to the first annual reunion of the state organization in Tampa. Attendees praised the event and Tampa's hospitality, with Dr. F. W. Schultz Frank Maltby Jake Miller Homer Hebb Erwin Gremli Irvin Bell Dewey Stephens Rupert Courtey Jimmie Harn Oliver Blackgurn and Claude Ragan among those present.
Sarasota and Bradenton Epworth Leagues won gold seals at a state convention in Sutherland, a rare honor with only seven seals awarded statewide. Delegates will report at the Methodist church service to be held in their honor, expecting a large turnout to hear about youth work across the state.
The Presbyterian and Methodist churches announce Sunday morning services and Sunday evening Christian Endeavor at 7 50. Union night services start July 4 at 8 p.m. alternating between the Methodist and Presbyterian churches. C W Latham, Pastor.
Fragmentary ad style notice mentions a five-day showing at the Sam Pertrun of a Baine edition and regional theatre listings. Names and exact titles are unclear but reference local exhibitors and a specific theatre event.
Bradentown was selected as the site for the next district conference during the Methodist annual district session in Plant City. Delegates elected to the Tallahassee annual conference in December include H. B. Wordehoff, M. Blake, Dr. W. M. Nannine, Mrs. W. C. Formaloin, J. W. Cummings, T. F. Alexander, Mrs. W. A. Myres and Mrs. O. D. Wetherill.
The Sarasota council discusses paving an alley with brick or asphalt and invites bids after plans by the Public Works Commissioner. It approves Arnold’s offer to supply 10 000 booklets at 19c each, authorizes payments to Cameron & Barkley Co, borrows 1825 from Bank of Sarasota to pay 1919 obligations, allows J W Crawford to substitute a $500 certified check, merges municipal pier and dock rents, and authorizes a wide carriage typewriter purchase. Mayor A B Edwards and City Clerk A Swain sign. W V Curry expresses thanks.
Two encod mules heavy wagon and harness for sale. Cheap for cash. Geo L Thacker. WANTED To rent 2 sewing machine for sunmower must be in spede condition Indianola Country Club Sarasota LOST Copy of early edition of Huckleberry Finn between Watrous Hotel and Saras ota Theatre Five dollars reward for return or for a copy of same edition Call at the Sarasota Theatre Oscar A Dood
Advocates in Sarasota and Manatee County push a loop road from Sarasota Key through Crescent Beach to the mainland, a short bridge and bulkheaded link enabling an almost water view route. A shell road would suffice, greatly expanding beachfront access for residents and seasonal tourists.
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