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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1884
Page
3
Fragmentary poem in churchly tone invoking bells, joy, and the coming of Christ. Mentions Antioch, heavenly courts, trumpet calls, Jasper towers, and universal praise. Ends with a vow to ring joyfully as rulers and angels herald a divine reign.
A boy and a younger sister share a festive improvised feast in a vacant lot dwelling built from packing cases. They trade small treasures, enjoy plum cake and coffee, and hope for Santa Claus. A letter promises help and a possible future home, echoing a later memory of their kindness.
Charles Dudley Warner discusses mistletoe in Christmas lore from ancient Celts and Druids to Romans, noting its feasts, charms against evil, and beliefs about kissing under it. The piece traces its global use, pagan roots, and the popular custom of gathering berries for each kiss.
A dramatic tale from Chicago reporters recounts Captain Dick Brewer and two tug crews seeing a large eight to nine foot black hair covered monster with a horse and cow like head. A second sighting near Death's Door and additional witnesses fuel talk of a lake monster. marine men remain incredulous but search continues.
An excerpt from the Philadelphia News describes a wandering man asking for free ferry passage in Camden. A keeper and general Burk are noted, with a law excerpt about exemptions for travelers lacking funds. The tramp openly cites a New Jersey law to avoid payment at the ferry gate.
An assortment of 19th century advertising blurbs extols medicines and tonics. The pages mention a Bible described as a gold adorned book, various patent remedies for coughs and digestive issues, and testimonials from patrons. Numerous brands and addresses appear, including Buffalo, N.Y.
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