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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1983
Page
4
An editorial celebrates Christmas as a season of joy and hope. It highlights lights in Destin and South Walton, the sharing of gifts, meals, faith, and charitable acts, and reflects on Peace on Earth and Good Will to Men during Christmas 1983.
A reader levels a sharp critique at Jim Chitwood for editing and advertising decisions over a Cabbage Patch Kids listing, arguing editorial meddling and industry double standards. The letter expands to defend seaside tourism prices, Advocate Grayton Dunes preservation, and broader community concerns in Destin Florida.
In a newsroom discussion three days before Christmas, the article riffs on Santa’s eight tiny reindeer from Clement Moore and the later addition of Rudolph. It notes Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Donner, Blitzen, and Rudolph, highlighting their roles in holiday lore and the mystery of how they fly.
The piece recounts Rudolph’s creation in 1939 by Robert L. May, his near name Reginald, wartime pause, a 1946 illustrated booklet, and a 1949 song by a young composer that Gene Autry popularized. May called Rudolph his generous son for affording college opportunities to six children.
The Destin LOG asks readers to submit letters with signature and address. Letters should be legible and mailed to Editor Destin LOG P O Box 957 Destin Florida 32541.
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