Traditional Christmas Customs Through the Ages
A compact survey traces Christmas symbols from the tree to mistletoe and carols, linking myths from Germans to Druids and Romans. It notes the yule log, wassail, stockings, and the rise of the Christmas card, highlighting St Francis, Martin Luther, and the spread of festive traditions worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scrooge
Martin Luther
Luther
Christas
St. Nick
Amsterdam
St. Nicholas
Juul
Siinter
Thor
Scandinavia
Barranial
England
St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis
Joseph Cundall
London
U.S
Yale Party For Mary Martha Class Christmas Event
Yale Party at St. Mark's Methodist Church hosted by Mrs. W. L. Enoch featured hostess duties by Annie Mae Waltman Rose Cravey Eris Anderson and others with carols Santa visit plans and a talk on the Methodist Home in Waco A Santa mail bag collection and poems were noted plus holiday refreshments and a sewing pattern advertisement rounds out the social report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Martha
St. Mark’s Methodist Church
W. L. Enoch
Virginia
Annie Mae Waltman
Rose Cravey
Eris Anderson
Charley Masterson
J. L. Monroe
Brooksie Taylor
Santa
Waltman
Helen DuBus
Waco
Santa Claus
Lalia Cornelius
Grace Neil Crowell
VOY LEE Andrews Celebrates Fifth Birthday
VOY LEE Andrews son of Mr and Mrs Stanley Andrews turns five this Friday at a family party. His brother Wesley age two on Oct 17 joins in the celebration. Grandparents Mr and Mrs Harry L Spell and Mrs L O Andrews, all of Baytown, and great grandparents Mrs Elfanny Fielder and Mrs Frances Firth of Baytown, Mrs Edna Linscombe and J W Childress of Conroe attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Voy Lee Andrews
Stanley Andrews
Wesley
Harry L. Spell
L. O. Andrews
Baytown
Elfanny Fielder
Frances Firth
Edna Lins- Combe
J. W. Childress
Conroe
Beef choices for special occasions and roasts
Record breaking beef supplies this season offer versatility. Ground beef suits everyday meals while round steak blade or arm cuts work well for pot roast. Savory short ribs or corned beef brisket provide flavorful options for festive menus.
Christmas Musicale Held by Epsilon Psi Chapter
The Christmas musicale by Epsilon Psi featured Mrs. Warren Cravey and Mrs. Garrison directing a program of songs, piano duos, and readings. Members performed skits, carols, and a letter writing activity to Santa, with hostesses and a business meeting preceding the program. The January meeting is set for Sterling Memorial Library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Cravey
Garrison ‘ Wilcember
Epsilon’ Psi
Delta Kappa Gamlee
Shairman
Miss
Kenneth Voytek
Santa
Dudley Huckabee
Painter
T. Donnelly
O. J. Howell
Constitution Committee
R. M. Pickering
Miss Lill
Della Kappa Gamma
Constitution
Bonnie Hazel Martin
Epsilon Psi
Sterling Memorial Library
Miss Smith Barrow Will Marry Dec 27
Engagement announced for Miss Donna Charles Smith of Barrow to Perry Forrest Barrow Jr. Parents Mr. and Mrs. A Douglas Smith of 408 Harold Lane share the news. Groom is son of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Forrest Barrow Sr. Plans set for December 27. both students at North Texas State University and the University of Texas respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donna Charles Smith
Perry Forrest Barrow Jr
A. Douglas Smith
Harold Lane
Perry Forrest Barrow Sr
Tri-City Beach
Miss Smith
North Texas State University
Denton
Barrow
University of Texas
Blue Birds Volunteer Help At San Jacinto Hospital
Forty members of the Blue Birds junior hospital volunteers at San Jacinto Methodist Hospital met with Baytown and La Porte units. Nursing supervisor Mrs Elouise Huron spoke on volunteer service aims and duties. pins were awarded for hours logged. Wybra Wooster became the first Lee Blue Bird to earn a patch for 50 hours. 23 others earned 50 hour chevrons. The groups plan monthly joint meetings to develop policies and seek opportunities for better acquaintance. An annual Christmas Party at the hospital cafeteria from 2 to 4 p.m. on December 22 was announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Blue Birds
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
la Porte
Baytown
Elouise Huron
R.N
Bill Hartman
Joan Johnson
Robert E. Lee
Charity Stone
San Jacinto Jalso
Wybra Wooster
Lee Blue Bird
Goose Creek Ladies Association Christmas Cocktail Party
The Ladies Association of Goose Creek Country Club hosts a Christmas Cocktail Party at 7 30 p m at the Country Club. Thayshore Wagon Wheel Square Dancers Club performs at 8 p m at the Knights of Pythias Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Association of
Goose Creek
Thayshore Wagon Wheel Square Dancers Club
Knights of Pythias Hall
Should I Marry Him Despite Immaturity and Driving Conflicts
Dear Helen advises on a two year dating trouble about maturity and responsibility. A 27 year old fiancé refuses to learn to drive or buy a car, causing tension. The writer seeks marriage guidance while noting affection, future potential, and communication gaps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen
Labout
Mar
Niage
Kate
Jeannine
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Yale
Iris Lane
Baytown Sun
New York
Bay Beach & Town
N. Pruett
H. Regal
Miss Quality
Dacron
Betty Best
Oliver
Ivy Girl
Bobbie Lane
Morgan
Orion
Randy
Sere F. Dacron
Tretchini
Lah
Texas
Ene Allsagl W
GieTs Sy Ei
Helen Bottel
Uae
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