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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1963
Page
10
The Messiah by George Frideric Handel is praised as the season’s top Christmas work. Its charity concerts revived Handel’s career, ending in a crowning of popularity after royal approval and annual benefit performances in London.
The evolution of Santa Claus from bishop attire in early 19th century depictions to a plump bearded figure in Dr. Clement C. Moore’s 1822 poem. It notes variations from a bishop’s robe to a fur clad form before the red suit became iconic, with early images by cartoonists and authors shaping the modern jolly elf.
Alpine Texas Betty Bryan a 1961 Andrews High School graduate has been selected to Who's Who Among Students In American Colleges And Universities at Sul Ross State College She is an Elementary Education senior and daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert D Bryan of Andrews She held roles including Secretary of Student Council and President of Sigma Rho Chi and was among the 13 best dressed on campus in 1963.
The article surveys Christmas firsts from ancient origins to modern times. It notes Calvin Coolidge placing a living tree on the White House lawn in 1993, explains the origin of December 25 as Nativity date, and covers traditions like stockings inspired by St Nicholas. It cites Round Table feasts, roast peacock, pudding almonds, and early U S tree trimming from 1804 Fort Dearborn.
In 1869 a cartoon depicted Santa Claus in his traditional red suit smoking a pipe, reflecting the era's holiday imagery and art style. The image captures a playful portrayal of Santa associated with 19th century Christmas culture.
A collection of mixed handwritten Santa requests from children. Enumerates toys such as Johnny feb cannon Tammy Doll Yogi Bird and bicycle. Some lines include names Carl Scott Leste Carr Kyle Clanahan Diane Hopson and references to a medieval king phrase.
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