Red Cross Roll Call Promotes Universal Charity Drive
A nostalgic wartime editorial urges nationwide Christmas Roll Call for the Red Cross as the ship of rescue, stressing equal access to aid and duty to help, citing Belgian relief, hospital support in France, and the moral duty of all Americans to join, donate a dollar, and become part of the relief effort. It emphasizes pride in American generosity and universal participation beyond taxes or schools.
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Red Cross
Senapa
Ahip
Ike
Margaret Laing
France
Sistor
Thia Christrong
Santa Claus Present in 1946 Western Newyptyer
A hotel sidewalk scene unfolds as a man in deep reflection notices a chaos of Christmas Eve confusion. Two intruders plan arson to burn the Benton's store and Santa outfit to prevent a timely charity. A bystander asks about a Santa Crum and joins the unfolding intrigue.
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Benton
Notable Kriss Kringle disguise reunites estranged pair
In a festive scene at the Drew home ex circus clown Robert Merrill and his long lost wife meet after a tattoo chronicle recalls a past tragedy. The moment leads to reconciliation as their children witness a Christmas miracle and the hosts vow a bright, united future.
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Robert Merrill
Circus
Humpty Dumpty
Belleville
Mr. Arnold Draw
Hubert Morrill
Draw
Drew
Robert’ Merrill
Mr. Drew
Hold Crow
Lagtl
Arnold Drew
Boy Scout Meeting in New Hall Debates Fire Truck Purchase
Troop No. 2 held a regular meeting in Motdas on December 1. Scoutmaster Fismin oversaw roll, oral review, and a poster campaign supporting a town fire truck purchase. The group pledged support and adjourned after “The Star Spangled Banner” and taps. Next meeting set for December 6 at 7:45 p.m. at the Community Church.
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Motdas
Fismin
America
Sien
Forest Park Band Boys Change Meeting Night
The Forest Park Boys Band will meet next Monday night and the following week on Tuesday. The meeting place is Garfelg School and the first week in the new year will start a new class. Boys who are not yet in the band may join to learn to play and receive an instrument.
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Forest Park
Garfelg School
Athletic Meet for Home-Coming Fund in Melrose Park
Melrose Park event benefits the Home-Coming Fund on Saturday December 28 at 8 PM at Campbell’s Hat on ith avenue and Lake Trent. Featured matches include Hermanson of Forest Park vs Lou Beluits of Chicago in 180 pounds, best two of three. Jack Browell of Aurynar vs Young Gotch of Civeta in 200 pounds, best two of three. The Dulapes of the program include boxing, wrestling, a battle royal and vaudeville with Sam Longford as referee. Proceeds go to Melrose Park Homecoming Committee to entertain Melrose Work-boys returning from service.
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Melrose Park
Wiley Entertainment
Campbell's Hat
Ith Avenue
Lake «Trent
Duck Hermansou
Forest Fark
Lou Beluits
Chicago
Hermanson
Jack Browell
Aurynar
Young Gotch
Civeta
Sam Longford
Melrose
Circle Pleasure Club Prepares Biig New Year Eve Show
Preparations for the Circle Pleasure Club New Year’s Eve event at Forest Park Ballroom are complete. Tickets show one forge advance sale. The program features Michelaan orchestra, a grill room act, and a guest quartet with high priced talent imported from Chi.ngoing comedy and a variety of entertainers complete the lineup.
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Circle Pleasure Club
Forest Park
Uhh Fensture
Othe Booking’ Agency
Nformatent Showali
Fumoristies
Michelaan
Tewoxi
Aude
Dewar
Mertierabip
Cire
Christmas customs in Norway and Sweden brighten animals' feast
The article describes festive Norwegian and Swedish Christmas traditions. Shoes left by beds, candles in village windows, and a Kristine figure bringing gifts illustrate a warm season. Homes decorate a Christmas tree with candles and cakes while rich and poor give alms. Birds and animals receive special treats as part of the celebration.
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Norway
Sweden
Kristine
Bobly Goodfellow
Happi
Elk's Christmas Party For Members' Children
The ladies of the Elks promise a Christmas party for members’ children on Thursday afternoon December 20 from 2:00 to 5:00. Fairy tales, a mastress, Santa Claus, and a toy distribution will entertain attendees. Preparations are underway and the event aims to include every child of the membership.
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Bika
Heart of the World school night at Imperial Theatre
A patriotic show titled Heart of the World is planned for Monday evening at the Imperial Theatre Madison Street near Western Avenue. The event runs two weeks and marks a wartime morale effort with a reception by ten Boy Scouts and Scoutmaster Major guiding ushers. On Christmas Eve a club reception will feature presidents and members of Wet Side organizations.
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Imperial Theatre
Madison Street
Wertern Avenue
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the Man
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