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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1880
Page
2
A poetical meditation on snow and wind as a child’s Christmas fantasies unfold. Santa Claus trudges through harsh gusts while children gaze from the nursery window. The verse warns of future disillusionment yet speaks to enduring love and a brighter tomorrow for the young.
In a rural Christmas scene, Minerva returns home for holidays and stages a tableau that reveals her secret marriage to Frank Emmons. The Deacon, Hannah, and neighbors join in joyous festivities as lamps glow and bells ring, sealing a new family bond. Ayer's Ague Cure ad ends the piece.
A Yonkers Gazette writer extols Christmas harmony and peace that unites people through friendly acts and shared joy. The piece praises charitable deeds, family gatherings, gifts, and the seasonal spirit as moral guidance shaping society toward kindness.
Distress in women remains a focus as Kipney Pab is noted for its perceived usefulness. The article underscores medical concerns and promotes remedies with claimed benefits.
The piece compares Christmas in the northern and southern hemispheres noting summer heat in Australia on Christmas Day and winter warmth in the northern countries. It reflects on how the holiday brings joy, kindness, and gifts regardless of season.
A broad moral appeal exhorts proper observance of Christmas to brighten children’s smiles and laughter. The message recalls the teacher of mercy and encourages shared holy pleasure in the season.
The salve claims to heal cuts bruises sores salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and other eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction in every case or money refunded with price at 25 cents per box, sold by J. Dorr opposite Court House.
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