There Is a Santa Claus in the Sun Letter
In 1897 Virginia O'Hanlon asks if Santa exists. Francis P. Church replies that Santa Claus is real, existing as love and devotion, and that belief beyond sight preserves childhood faith and joy.
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1926
Page
4
In 1897 Virginia O'Hanlon asks if Santa exists. Francis P. Church replies that Santa Claus is real, existing as love and devotion, and that belief beyond sight preserves childhood faith and joy.
Readers weigh in on clearing the works by removing overhead signs and display racks from streets. The letter argues for widening sidewalks for better air flow and storage, and condemns clutter as a sign of greed and poor governance. Local officials are urged to act to improve the town’s appearance and safety.
In a crowded street scene Cynthia Knowles confronts Witt as the Masterton case stirs gossip. A covert circle of five experts led by Mulholland plots a flawless scheme, turning Masterton into a scapegoat while securing liberty and power.
Jerry Muckrat narrates a cold tale of hidden danger on the Green Meadows. He recalls a near capture under snow and plans a cautious return to inspect a snow castle and the tunnel network for clues, wary of being observed by the unknown pursuer.
In a snowy scene Jerry the mole peeks above the crust and sees Reddy Fox below. Reddy claws upward, the crust breaks, and he digs, revealing a foe who hunted Meadow Mice. Jerry realizes why the fox pursued him and resolves to stop tunneling. The tale ends with the note that Reddy Fox is overe hasty.
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