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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1971
Page
6
Decorating ideas evoke old carol traditions and holiday crafts
The article blends notes on medieval carols and modern decorating tips. It highlights carol origins in medieval mystery plays and recounts Christmas craft ideas such as cranberries, candy canes, holly, mistletoe, and a kissing ball using plastic foam for next year’s decor.
Rudolph the red nosed reindeer myth in holiday lore
The note recalls Rudolph as Santa’s famed reindeer from the 1909 Johnny Marks song. It also mentions European pudding folklore that finding an almond signals marriage next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dasher
Santa
Rudolph of the Red Nose
Johnny Marks
Modern Carols From Ancient Roots and Joyful Traditions
Families sing carols at home and in church as carolers roam sharing new and old tunes. The article traces carols from Latin hymns to macaronic blends and notes their evolution from sacred antiphons to lively modern celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York City
Christ
God
Dressing the Queen and Christmas Traditions
The article notes Elizabeth I received much of her wardrobe as gifts during Christmas. It recalls ash wood chosen for early Yule logs tied to Christ Child lore. It mentions Scandinavian beliefs linking evergreens with sadness and describes preferred holiday decorations like ribbons, fruits, and colorful ornaments.
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Elizabeth I
Scandinavia
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