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Disney World Land Boom and the Hidden Drainage District
The article details the secret land purchases for Walt Disney World in central Florida, the disguise used by Disney agents, and how the Reedy Creek District was created to govern the area. It also notes rising land prices, code challenges, and expected economic impact with fears of welfare and crowding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick Klemer
Fla
NEA
Walt Disney World
Here
Disney
Paul McKenney
Orlando Area
South Georgia
McKenney
Ford
Howard Hughes
Las Vegas
Kansas City
Miami
Walt Disney
Orlando
Los Angeles
Florida
Orange County
Disneyland
California
Osceola County
Joseph Potter
Reedy Creek
Central Florida
Chamber of Commerce
Salvation Army