German Christmas a century of change in Berlin and empire
The piece traces how German Christmas customs evolved from a simple family feast in old Berlin to a grand urban festival. It contrasts candlelit firs and gingerbread with electric lights, cars, and luxury gifts, noting imperial court practices at Potsdam and the widespread spread of Christmas markets and trees across society. It highlights the shift from modest village celebrations to a mass, modern display while preserving the core spirit of the season.
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Hans Andersen
Grimm
Berlin
Empire
Haupstadt
Lustgarten
Prussia
Caruso
Destinn
Gramophone
Tannenbaum
Angela
Atlantic
Thich
Mecca
Dgovin Talr Bathichem
Thuringia
Mecklenburg
Forest of Christmas Trust
Christms Ava
Germany
Emperor
Empresa
Aiza
New Palace
Potsdam
Tha
Valeta-De-Chambre
Helping Santa Claus and parental influence on generosity
An essay argues parents shape children's selfishness and urges indirect moral guidance. A mother shares a method: train children to assist others at Christmas by helping Santa Claus the sick and poor, fostering generosity without punishment, and fostering values through action.
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Santa Claus
Christendom
Wombat urged to spruce up by friend over salary
A well-dressed critic tells Wombat his appearance is lacking. He suggests new bat, suit, and shoes, and offers this week's salary to help. Wombat cites wife’s greater need and doubts spending on self. The exchange ends with "Dear me" as the man reacts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wombat
Ald Chap
Mel
Judge Recommends Fresh Feathered Hat Motif
A quirky note outlines a method for cleaning kid gloves using skim milk. The process involves drawing gloves on hands, using two clean cloths dipped in skim milk, and rubbing with a sponge until the gloves are clean and dry.
Free Western Canada homesteads lure restless farmers
Thousands seek new land as U S government opens reservations and land prices rise. Western Canada provinces Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta offer 160 acre homesteads with ten dollar entrance fee and three years residence. Lands feature grain crops mixed farming cattle dairying timber water and parkland scenery, plus railway lands at low prices.
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U. S
Mmeane
Canada
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Alberta
Canadas
Phrasing on Marriage Chorus Sparks Debate in Mock Trial
A quip about an older man marrying a younger woman sparks a tongue in cheek debate. A proponent argues wisdom mistakes, while the counter suggests discernment rests with consent. The exchange highlights social perceptions of age and judgment.
Treat pimples and blackheads with Cuticura regimen
An old advertisement explains a simple acne treatment using Cuticura Ointment on the affected area for five minutes then washed with Cuticura Soap. It promotes continuous use of Cuticura Soap to prevent inflammation and clogged pores. Also mentions free samples and a Boston address, plus a note about a child’s soothing syrup and a museum envelope in Britain.
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Cuticura
Dept. L. Boston
Red Cross Christmas Seal Campaign Magnitude
The Red Cross Christmas Seal drive plans to print and distribute over 100 million seals this year. If joined end to end they would span about 2,400 miles from New York to Salt Lake City. The effort involves 25,000 agents and an army of at least 100,000 volunteers. Projections aim to sell 50 million seals with proceeds funding tuberculosis work locally after covering printing and handling costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
New York
Salt Lake City
Importance of Order in Child Rearing and Castoria Use
A discussion on choosing Castoria for infants and children, emphasizing its 30-year safety and signature. It cites Froebel and Montessori on inward clarity from outward order, linking home organization to children's mental development. The piece argues orderly, punctual households uplift children regardless of wealth, guiding careful parenting notions.
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Fletcher
Froebel
Montessori
Noting Copper Wealth In Society Gossip
In a Baltimore address Donald Garrison Villard urges facing matters positively and cites Mrs. Sudden Ryches as an example. A luncheon at Sherry's features Lord Lackland questioning her father's occupation, prompting her quick reply copper.
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Guggenheima
Donald Garrison Villard
Baltimore
Sudden’ Ryches
Lord Lackland
Mrs. Sudden Ryches
Sherry
Social Engagement Line at Telephone Install
A witty social snippet recalls a young woman negotiating a party line with a manager. The exchange highlights social obligations and the cost of “party” service as she insists on a sociable setup amid casual gossip and local drug store chatter about leadership and demand.
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