Odd Customs of Yuletide in the Balkan Borderlands
The article surveys lingering Yuletide rites across southeastern Europe, notably Bosnia and Montenegro. It details debtors and creditors kissing for a year's grace, six weeks of meat abstention, ancestor rites, meat offerings, the Yule log tradition with prayers, and a ritual chain legend in the Black Mountain region. Widespread practices mix Christian and pagan elements, with rituals for fire, luck, and livestock blessing recurring in rural communities.
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Europe
América
Black Mountain
Adriatic
Austria
Bosnia
Montenegro
Rijek
Yulvtide
Thalr
Rust
Wijiat
Nis
Mle Pengants
England
iLoo
Christmas in History by Rev Edwant Hale
The essay argues Christmas sermons fail to capture the moment, urging history itself to preach. It surveys Pilgrim records from Plymouth, noting the 1620 first Christmas in the new world as described in Bradford’s journal, the harsh winter, and the settlers’ view of themselves as loyal subjects under King James.
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Edwant Everett Hale
Lowh Congregational Church
Upitovian
Beston
Mass
Som Fae
Imtess
William Bradford
Pilgrim Fathers
New England
Plymouth
Plymouth Harbor
Dar
Agatne
Gard
Rayne
King James
Gail
Great Britain
Relani
Rertyis
James
Plymouths
Christas
Whitehall
Olbor DeDme
James the First
France
Hilder
Massachusetts
Hay
United States
Asia
Africa
Europe
South America
Great Artificial Waterways of the World Reconsidered
The piece surveys historic and proposed interoceanic canals from the Isthmus of Suez to Panama, Nicaragua, and Russia, noting engineering feats, costs, and national aims. It notes the Erie and Manchester canals, Suez feasibility, and Kiel and Panama projects while weighing routes, elevations, and sea level prospects.
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St. Lawrence
Gulf of Mexico
Nathaniel H. Bishop
Old World
New World
Egypt
Red Sea
Mediterranean
Suez
Grand Canal
Mars
Davis Ot
Europe
Great
Beliain
Manchester
France
Atlantic
London
India
Gibraltar
Russia
Black
Lom
Turkey
Kiel-North Avi
Jay Fe
Sit
Te Lassens
Far i Rawal
Hia Sagineira
Niesiaguah
Panama
Nicaragua
Howe
Init
Brest
San Francisca
York
Yakobian
Traiiol.co
Truman
Christmas Envoy and Crown Conflicts Across Two Nations
A fragmented reminiscence recounts the French ambassador Louis XIII era, detailing Marshal Cadenet's January voyage and lavish receptions in London, contrasted with Plymouth hardships. The piece links royal splendor to Puritan resolve, noting Christmas contrasts, the Plymouth settlers building their commonwealth, and the rise of Massachusetts democracy and the U.S. constitution.
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Ian
Dudley Carleton
Fay
Toraceir
Marshal Cadenet
Marshal Uxdenet
Cadhetet
Cakape
Lometette
Prince Charles
Ang
Prange
Puardy
Janseary
Teujesiy
Joky Carrer
Plymouth
London
Ted
Earl of Arundel
Great Beatain
Prince of Wales
Duke of Lasnox
England
J Shore
Marquis of Buckingham
Shore
John “Knox
Whitehall
Mart Henriette
Bucklen’s Angel Salve Cures Leg Disease Claim
A Thackerville resident paid doctors over 300 dollars in two years for a leg ailment. Doctors advised amputation, but the patient was cured with one box of Bucklen’s Angel Salve. Also advertised: a guaranteed cure for piles at 26 cents per box from Dreier & Bro., Druggists.
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Bu, Blanton
Thackerville
Tés
Dortors
Buckien
Anjlea
Dreier & Bro
Gas Plant Threatens Toledo Gas Supply And Bills
Dec 24 report from Toledo shows the Kerlin brothers controlling the city gas plant threaten to cut gas due to unpaid six months bills, unless past charges are settled. The dispute strains relations between the mayor and council over plant site and supply terms.
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Fuledo
The Best Plaster and Balm Cures Back and Rheumatism
An early advertisement touts Chamberlain's Pain Balm and a dampened fiannel bound to affected areas as superior for back pain side rib and chest discomfort. It claims prompt relief after a single application and notes the balm also cures rheumatism. Sold by Dreier & Bro., druggists.
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Dreier
Columbia Candy Kitchen Leads with Pure Candies
Columbia Candy Kitchen at 62 Calhoun Street opposite the Court House offers Yancy Christmas boxes and a wide range of sweet fixtures at the lowest prices. The shop emphasizes self made candies and a full selection of gifts and treats for the season.
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Calhoun Street
Court House
Shoes For Sale At Harry Bermans Shoe Store
Notice advertises newest shoes starting at $1.00 with in-store repairs while you wait at Harry Bermans Shoe Store located at 160 Calhoun Street opposite Sisters' School.
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Harry Berman
Calhoun Street
Sisters’ School
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