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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
8
A historic note describes Shia as the house where the reindeer stopped the sleigh carrying the pack. Santa Claus delivered the load at a position tied to a cent symbol reference.
A fragmentary poetic scene describes the Hearth as the place where stockings hang for Santa. It mentions Santa climbing down the chimney, visiting the house, and the sleigh with the reindeer and puck arriving, evoking a nostalgic holiday tableau.
An altercation occurred Sunday evening at the residence of H A Adams the presiding magistrate in West Hickory with several witnesses present. Both parties were from West Hickory and the dispute drew local attention.
The Round Dozen Book Club met December 10 with eleven members, discussing Jane Grey and short stories. Embroidery Club, Thursday Study Club, and other local groups held December events with readings, lunches, and plans for January. An ad promotes Dr Howard's remedy at half price amid a fire incident report and other brief notices.
The Baptist State Convention closed sessions in Shelby with Raleigh named as next year’s meeting site. Rev. E. T. Carter of New Bern to preach the annual sermon, with Rev. G. T. Lumpkin of Oxford as alternate. Delegates praised the gathering as among the best in years and noted an effective, orderly program despite absence of some prominent leaders. President Durham announced a report on Chowan College after devotions.
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