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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1966

Page

18

Dear Santa Letters From Decatur Huntsville Children

A collage of Christmas wish lists from multiple children in Decatur and surrounding areas. The notes request toys like Easy Bake ovens, dolls, toy trains, bicycles, boots, a fire truck, a Tricycle, a November birthstone ring, a cash register, and various surprises for siblings and friends.

Santa Derrick Maxwell Johnny Eagle Jammie Lydia Sandra Decatur Santa Claus Ricky Civitan Club Ronald Rein- Love Richard Ricky) G. Smith, Jr Bentley Alexander Suzanne Susie Love Chris Ferguson Lauri Linda Landersj Scoter Chris Cindy Upton

Christmas Wish List From a Fifth Teen? The Era Writes It?

A child in third grade requests a long list of gifts for Christmas including toy sets, games, clothes, novelty items, and mentions relatives not attending. The letter includes numerous specific items like Baby Magic, gag boots, Indian house shoes, a Gran ny gown, Mary Poppins suit, Green Ghost, and various board and mystery date games.

Santa Teresa James Bone P. J

Education Spending in the United States Reaches 39 Billion

The United States spent about 39 billion dollars on education last year, reflecting the scale of funding for schools and learning programs nationwide. Government and private sources contributed to the total across K through higher education sectors.

United States

Wish List Surprise Drives Quiet Christmas Spirit

A lighthearted note from a reader describes a wish for Christmas and a surprise. The brief highlights simple joy and festive anticipation without specific events or names.

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