White House Yuletide tale through two centuries
The article traces Christmas traditions at the White House from John Adams to modern times, noting early parties hosted by Dolly Madison and Jefferson, Jackson’s orphan event, and Santa visits. It highlights annual radio greetings, the Christmas Eve address, the official tree lighting, and the use of a silver plate and a four ton e chime linked to the president pressing the lighting switch.
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Andrew Jackson
White House
Dolly Madison
James Madison
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Washington
Jackson
Santa Claus
Martin van Buren
Jesus
A Real Christmas by Vera Ashton
A ragged family visits a department store window and dreams of toys. A generous couple, the Vigars, learn of the Mayne children who lost parents in a factory fire and invite them to share a Christmas dinner and a new home.
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Jimmie
Magine
Little Sally
Johnnie
Santa Claus
Meg
Santa
Daddy
Mother
Madge
Phil
Elsie
Mayne
Sally
Amazed Santa Claus Finds 33 Stockings in Maryland Home
Leonardtown Maryland reports Santa visiting the Sterling home finding 33 stockings hung for Christmas. Mr and Mrs L J Sterling have 17 children plus grandchildren and in laws totaling 33. Santa notes a rising household as the stork brings a new addition each year and replenishes toys after each visit.
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Santa Claus
Maryland
Leonardtown
L. J. Sterling
Sterling
Santa
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Orthodox Christmas Observed On January Seventh
Thousands of Orthodox Christians in the United States will celebrate Christmas on January 7 due to adherence to the Julian calendar. The groups include Russians Serbians Armenians Bulgarians Syrians Macedonians Greeks Romanians and others who follow Orthodox tradition or Easter observances on the Julian calendar.
Railway Station Carols Spread To Cities This Season
Christmas carols in metropolitan railroad stations ease hurried travelers this December. Originating in New York, the concerts have become a nationwide tradition as officials hoped relaxed travelers would enjoy a calmer journey home.
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New York
Holiday eating and health tips for homemakers
Advice to manage holiday meals and routines to maintain high resistance through winter. Emphasizes regular balanced meals, avoid overeating, include fruits vegetables and dairy, care for children's diet, and moderation with festive sweets. Also notes cereals may be safe when served as whole grain per nutritionists.
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WNU
Houston Goudiss
Time, the Sun Could Locate Her
A butcher boy on delivery is accosted by a woman asking which house holds Mrs. Smith. He misleads her with a riddle about meats and finally identifies No. 9, Mrs. Smith’s house, in a playful exchange.
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