Keeping Christmas Real Beyond the Day
The author argues the spirit of Christmas endures after December 25 and calls for observance that keeps the holiday’s meaning alive. Christmas centers on Christ’s birth and the promise of eternal salvation, not mere decorations and conformity.
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Santa Letters From Children Request Toys and Gifts
A collection of handwritten notes to Santa from children naming desired gifts such as dolls bikes watches B.B. pistols and toys plus family items like a color TV and Bibles. Names include Donna Wrinkle Teresa Pilkington Karla Pope and others with requests for various toys and gifts.
Bells and their long history in war and pealing faiths
The article traces bells from ancient origins to modern shortages after World War II. It notes wartime melt downs in Germany and London, Italy’s restoration, and a small number of bell foundries worldwide. It details bell casting, composition, and notes giants like the 198 ton Tsar Kolokol and an 18 ton Riverside Church bell.
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Germany
Italy
Heangti
Moscow
Riverside Ghureh
New York
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