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Thanksgiving reflections from a small town in Canada
A Canadian note recalls the 1872 first observance of Thanksgiving, now celebrated on the second Monday of October. The writer cherishes time with relatives in Chetwynd, reflects on gratitude, and recalls a bow and arrow shooting incident that shook the community, underscoring that danger can occur anywhere and every day deserves thanks.
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