Christmas Superstitions in Homes of Our Allies
A preservation of holiday customs across England Scotland France and Wales shows beliefs about Christmas morning conditions bees birds and livestock feeding, with charms to honor a newborn and parish traditions. The article notes regional practices from Devonshire to Lyons and Ma renee with mentions of Bri tish and French sympathies and a focus on sacred memory.
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New World
England
France
Lafayette
Wrance
Scotland
Devinshire
K Aepson
Wales
Lyons
Fenner
Paonching
Bethlehem
Christmas Sermon Plea for Service to Justice and Country
A Christmas season message urges constant gift of love through service to right and justice for fellow man and country. It quotes Christ's praise for those who do well and to strive for moral action in the coming year.
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Christ
Christmas Cheer Blessing Verses for All Hearts
A seasonal verse wishing health to the sick, wealth to the poor, smiles to the weeping, and joy to all during Christmas. A hopeful, prayerful sentiment invoking Santa Claus as a bringer of comfort and good tidings.
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Santa Claus
The Red Cross Real Service Message
The Red Cross serves beyond battlefields and hospitals aiding families of military members at home. Local solicitors emphasize service funded by voluntary contributions, urging donors to support war relief while maintaining charity and equality in a democracy.
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Red Cross
Red Vrows
Weiid
Red Crocs Vervice
Jefferson
Keeping Christmas Observance Reimagined in Community Practice
A local feature highlights the spirit of Christmas beyond rituals, urging acts of charity, shared meals, and neighborly kindness. Community groups promote practical service, intergenerational outreach, and collaborative rituals to embody the season’s true message.
The Joy of Motherhood Told by Mothers and Friends
Readers describe how Mother's Friend helped avoid common childbirth suffering. Expectant mothers claim calmer labor, retained health, and preserved vitality for childrearing. The advertisement promotes the remedy and a booklet from Bradfield Regulator Company.
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Bradfield Regulator Company
Rept. L. Lamar
Atlanta
Georgia
Ays
Soldier Returning From War Seeks Dignified Reintegration
The piece discusses veterans returning from the front facing challenges to reestablish livelihoods under the Smith-Seara law which funds re-education. It notes hero worship can erode resolve and emphasizes family support to bolster the veteran against discouragement during rehabilitation.
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Red Cross
Smiles And Tears From Distant Stories At Red Cross
Two short reports from overseas arrive at Red Cross HQ one speaks of bravery and ends in tears while another tale of tears brings a smile. A nurse lights a soldier’s cigarette after he asks and downplays the act saying the units helped him take Germans. A husky colored man reads a veteran cook book, tears on his cheeks, homesick and shyly explains the book makes him want a baby.
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Red Cross
Vanteen Gaw
Sald
Red Cross Women Cited for Bravery in Battle
American women at Epernay near Rheims were cited for bravery in an order of the day for remaining at their posts in American Red Cross canteens under fire for six days. They fed and cared for the wounded throughout the fighting.
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Epernay
Rhelms
Red Cross
Bowburd
What Red Cross Means In Wartime Affection For Orphans
In a recent book on conditions abroad, Anderson notes that Red Cross membership reflects compassion for mothers and homeless children scarred by war. The author highlights frightened, crying, dying children whose sorrow blinds the wider horrors and stirs readers to help.
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Great American Red Cross
Httle
Law
Anderson
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Fouig
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Ah Heehee MB
S. J. Boykin & Sons, Inc
Travis & Long General Insurance
Matt Griffin
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