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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1928
Page
8
A collage of handwritten requests from young readers across Alabama for Christmas gifts. While ages range from 2 to 10, common wishes include dolls, toy trains, fire trucks, skates, wagons, bicycles, dolls beds, desks, caps, and candy. Several letters mention teachers, siblings, and the poor, urging Santa to remember others in need.
A collection of handwritten Christmas requests from Parkville and Falkville in Alabama. Ophelia Parker asks for a doll dishes sweater cap and care for mother and father. Willie Parker Jr seeks a tricycle doll ball watch and gun with family warm wishes. Evelyn Bowen mentions a doll vanity dresser books and treats. A sixth year old girl praises her teacher Mrs Nichols and asks Santa to bring gifts.
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