25 Dec 1900
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Newspaper
Columbus Daily Herald
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1900
Page
1
Poem recounts the nativity song and worshipful chorus as angels and shepherds proclaim the birth of the Christ child. It frames hope for winter days and the call to care for the needy through faith. Authored by Ethel M. Colson.
Three elderly friends meet on a December evening as a boy posters a holiday lecture and a Christmas story unfolds. Penelope Urania and Estella, all past hardship, recall a boarding school memory and their shared resilience amid aging and loss.
A scene unfolds with Estella Penelope and Urania preparing a Christmas supper and sharing gifts in a cozy seaside room. Estella’s poised patience blends with old friendships as a piano glows and the church bells toll. The piece closes with a reverent Christmas meditation on Jesus.
Elise Armstrong at ten captures a humorous exchange as Mrs Wilder and Tom discuss Christmas gift choices. A messenger returns with notes from Laura Suzanne and Helen about opera glasses aprons umbrellas and a cat, revealing misread signals and gift misfits in a boarding house setting.
A playful exchange about a kiss under the mistletoe reveals a tense concern that someone might be overlooked or exposed. The dialogue hints at anxiety over being seen or noticed in a social moment.
A quirky verse describes Christmas Eve in Norway with a six month night. Carolyn Wella writes from the Judge section, noting no gifts, trees, or food are prepared while everyone forgets it is Christmas night.
Mrs Bias proposes a full length mirror for Bessie's room while Mr Billus asks if he should give something else. A hall question remains unsettled as the Christmas present talk continues with uncertain plans.
A seasonal verse recounts a long forgotten romance rekindled at Christmas. A lad and lass once kissed under mistletoe meet again as adults, a baby nearby sparks a tender reunion and renewed love in a single festive moment.
A collection of humorous quips about Christmas shopping from Mr Gazzam, Mr Tea Spot, Crawford, Crabshaw, and Professor Broadhead. The lines joke about crowds, shopping tours, lost spouses, and Christmas greens as social misunderstandings and bargains.
In a Brooklyn Life exchange Mrs Bingo suggests sending a Christmas present of no value to a cousin as a remembrance. Bingo counters with a joke about gifting a progressive euchre prize won the other night.
A playful line from Fliegende Blatter evokes a child asking about the time after receiving a Christmas watch. The vignette highlights a festive mood and a simple exchange between a boy and a passerby.
A humorous collage references Christmas gifts and stockings. Dialogues lampoon husbands wearing rag time neckties and women thinking of stockings. It lampoons Santa belief and reveals light holiday satire from 19th century columnists.
The exchange shows Edith doubting a Santa Claus visit tonight while Bobby-Ma says Santa will come. Edith distrusts unusual dress and wonders why Ma would be out if visitors arrive, reflecting a tense domestic scene.
Brigadier General George Davis, 61, announced to report as inspector general in the Philippines. A veteran of 38 years, he rose from Connecticut volunteers sergeant to brevet major general and held posts including aid de camp to the army’s top general. He led and advised war commissions and served amid recent U S military activity.
In a century where empresses were rare figures, Empress Haruko stands out as the first to hold real influence at Matsuhito’s table and in government councils. Since their 20 year marriage at age 17, the imperial couple has modernized the court and upbringing, with four daughters and one son, Westernizing their household and supporting the emperor’s initiatives.
Fragmentary text describes European reactions and a reference to Hollander smoke a phrase about national pride and male delight appears, suggesting a cultural or political comment. The incomplete lines indicate a discussion of European perspectives and identity.
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