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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1932
Page
2
A reflective meditation contrasts Christmas biblical imagery with contemporary cynicism and social strain. It argues that law, governance, and moral order depend on a Christendom rooted in peace, goodwill, and divine guidance, lest society descend into violence and predation.
A nostalgic 1939 Western Newspaper Union piece extols the Christmas table as a feast of turkey mashed potatoes gravy dressing and treats. It praises the festive spread as rivaling royal banquets and invites readers to envision the inviting array on the holiday table.
The article recounts disputed origins of the Christmas tree and popular legends. It mentions Martin Luther describing winter forests and lighting a fir tree in a nursery on Christmas Eve, plus an older tale of Winifred near a giant oak linked to Druidic rites and miraculous events.
A fragmented historical note traces the Christmas tree from medieval legends in Europe to its English and American adoption. It mentions Bacchus images on pines, a vision of a haloed child atop a buga tree, a papal explanation of symbols, and the spread of the Christmas tree through Germany, Queen Victoria’s marriage, and German immigration to America.
A London Star writer notes the Victoria and Albert Museum’s Christmas Card display. The first card, printed for Sir Henry Cole to celebrate the nativity, is shown with various early art pieces from walrus ivory reliefs to modern woodcuts. The piece reflects on the arc of art history from medieval austerity to contemporary festive imagery.
congress opens with Gar ner pressing a repeal vote that falls short by six. Bachmann delivers 103 Republican votes. 82 lame ducks align with opposition. Democratic leaders shift to beer legalization led by Collier with a 300 million revenue aim. Roosevelt vows swift action after inauguration.
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