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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1951
Page
2
The piece argues Christmas boosts world welfare economically and provides employment in toys and gifts. It frames the season as a time of giving that endures through wars and chaos, celebrating family unity and childhood joy as central to the Christmas story.
A guide on keeping Christmas trees safe as a fire hazard. It advises delaying setup, watering the tree, trimming the base, and keeping it away from heat sources. It also recommends securing the tree so it cannot fall and avoiding doorways that block escapes in case of fire.
A lighthearted look at Santa as he reads thousands of letters from children across the country. He notes predictable wishes like bicycles and dolls while reporting a few unusual asks such as typewriters and even a Bengal tiger. Santa explains some requests are out of reach.
Saint Nicholas of Myra renowned for virtue and piety. An ancient tale says he revived the murdered sons of a wealthy Asiatic and compelled the robber to confess, earning him as patron of schoolboys. The vision warned him but he could not reach the inn in time.
The tale of Rudolph began as a 1938 Montgomery Ward giveaway created by Robert L. May and grew into a Christmas staple. Johnny Marks wrote the song, Gene Autry recorded the classic version selling about two million copies.
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