This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Letters to Santa Claus Children’s Christmas Requests
A flood of handwritten wish lists from 8 to 12 year olds requests include BB guns, dolls, bicycles, balls, toy trains, dress items, and candy. Many mention siblings, parents, and children overseas, with notes to consider others as part of their holiday wishes.
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Santa Claus
North Elm School
Sam B. Houston
Santa
Willie Hrachovy
Frank
Ginnie Ray Fuller
Elaine Stevens
Carolyn Sue Knipp
Gloria Cabrera