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Washington Christmas in official and social life across embassies
Washington's Christmas unfolds through embassies and official residences with open houses, churchgoing, and family gatherings. Diplomats from Latin America to Europe share customs. ministers seek outdoor recreation, and President Taft's family attends different churches. Clerks receive holidays and turkey gifts as Washington keeps a green, sociable holiday.
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Ashington
United States
China
Japan
Washington
Taft
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Church of State
Congress
White House
Hall
Army
Navy
Philippines
Biological Survey
Department of Agriculture