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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1964
Page
13
Third graders at Miersntary School created poems about Christmas during classroom time. The verses mix spellings and names, describing Christmas scenes with trees, gifts, Santa, and holiday wishes.
An account traces the Christmas carol from Saint Francis origin myths through medieval and early modern decline. It notes revival in the 17th to 19th centuries aided by private printing and home singing, culminating in 1840 with Silent Night and enduring festive reverence. EAT MORE RICE
A reflective verse praising Christmas gift giving and love. It notes gift exchanges, support for needy families, and the joy of Christ's birthday. The piece mentions wisdom of the wise men and a call to celebrate with kindness and friendship.
The piece explains Christmas as the most celebrated lime of the year with Christ as the focus. It describes gift giving inspired by the shepherds and wise men and notes Santa Claus as a symbol of joy and happiness in American culture.
A garbled poem fragment reflects on Christmas meaning and the birth of Christ. It muses on gifts, faith, and reverence, citing names and phrases, with distorted wording and uncertain phrases about celebration and worship.
Eastern Star members and guests gathered for an annual Christmas party of about eighty at the Community Center on December 14. A turkey dinner followed a brief program featuring Mrs Nellie Larson, Mrs Eunice Gunter, and a skit, with Santa distributing White Elephant gifts and a lively barter among attendees.
Eagle Lake police urge citizens to obey the city ordinance banning fireworks within city limits. Chief Buster Seitora stresses arrests and convictions for violations with a minimum fine of 25 dollars. Authorities remind residents not to endanger children or create fire hazards.
The Blendersia Room in Cagle Lake will close for two days during the Christmas season on Friday December 25 and Saturday December 26. Public notice urges patrons to plan accordingly.
The Texas Safety Association urges that the spirit of goodwill be evident in every home and on the roads this season. It says courtesy by drivers and pedestrians can help ensure a happy, safe holiday period for all.
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