The First Christmas Narrative in Luke 2
In these verses from Luke 2 a decree by Caesar Augustus sends all to be taxed, Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem, the Savior is born, placed in a manger, and shepherds visit after angels herald peace and joy for all people.
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Caesar Augustus
Cyrenius
Syria
Joseph
Galilee
Nazareth
Judea
David
Bethlehem
Mary
Christ the Lord
Hoffa victory tainted by alleged jury tampering in Nashville
In a bribery trial in Nashville, James R. Hoffa saw a mistrial after 17 hours of deliberation as the jury could not reach a verdict. The case involved claims of a payoff to influence jurors, with the government alleging Taft Hartley law violations, while two other alleged tampering attempts were ordered investigated by a grand jury. Hoffa’s Christmas respite gave way to questions about legality and accountability in a case marked by yellowed ethics and unresolved guilt or innocence.
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Teamster Union
James R. Hoffa
William E. Miller
Tennessee
Fendants
Jimmy Hoffa
Nashville
Hoffa
Red Cross press for freeing U S prisoners in Cuba
The Red Cross through Raymond S. Eaton urges release of 23 or more American citizens jailed in Cuba. The appeal notes Castro’s current bargaining mood after Bay of Pigs ransom payments and condemns paying for prisoner releases as improper policy.
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U. S
Cuba
Red Cross
Raymond S. Eaton
Castro
Fidel Castro
Editorial Strike Fallout Hits Cities Without Newspapers
The piece notes how newspaper stoppages in New York and Cleveland blunt holiday commerce and cut local culture. It cites entertainment declines, funeral attendance drops, lost classifieds, and reduced advertising impact while forecasting broader effects on work and media, with unions, print firms, and Variety weighing long term outcomes.
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New York
Wall Street Journal
The High Point Enterprise Masthead and Staff Listing
The High Point Enterprise a long established daily paper lists its 305 307 North Main Street address and names D A Rawley president Mrs R B Terry secretary treasurer Holt McPherson editor Joe Brown managing editor W Patterson Jr advertising director W W Idol Sr business manager and Ward Griffith Company as national advertising representatives.
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High Point Enterprise, Inc
North Main Street
High Point
N.C
D. A. Rawley
R. B. Terry
Holt McPherson
Joe Brown
W. Patterson, JR
W. W. Idol, SR
Charles B. Loflin
Christmas Editorial Calls for Golden Rule World Peace
An editorial honors the Prince of Peace and urges applying the Nazarene’s Golden Rule to nations. It notes a troubled world facing communism and nuclear threat, arguing humane treatment could end exploitation and dictatorial power.
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Gentle Nazarene
United Nations
Christmas Means More Than A Seasonal Feast
A religious editorial urges love and justice as core Christmas meanings. It contrasts materialism with divine gifts and calls for universal brotherhood, charity, and faith inspired by Bethlehem and Calvary. The piece emphasizes unselfish giving and music as reminders of peace and progress.
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Bethlehem
Calvary
Two-Price Cotton System Under Fire From Textile Leader
William H. Ruffin argues in Capitol Square Chatter that U S cotton pricing policies raise costs for North Carolina mills. He notes industry size, tax contribution, and employment, and cites three government factors raising cotton prices: high farm support, strict import quotas, and a premium on U S grown cotton over the Free World price.
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America
United States
North Carolina
U. S
Five Points for U S Cotton Policy Makers to Boost Competitiveness
The Notes On The News argues for U S measures to keep cotton competitive overseas. It cites 1956 subsidies of 0.842 cents per pound and outlines five industry goals including a one price system, no processing tax, market channels through normal trade, fair net income to farmers, and higher acreage to meet rising demand. </s>
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U. S
Congress
Kennedy
Department of Agriculture
A Visit From Saint Nicholas Reprinted for Christmas Cheer
A New York City Bible teacher Clement C Moore wrote the Christmas classic for his children and a newspaper reprints it here with holiday greetings to readers and diverse groups. The piece includes the full poem and a nationwide goodwill message urging peace and charity beyond war and debt.
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New York City
Clement C. Moore
Saint Nicholas
St. Nicholas
Mamma
St. Nick
Dasher
Dancer
Prancer
Katanga
Duke Blue Devils
Virginia
Antarctica
Merrie
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New York Coliseum
Pro Giants
Subway
Notre Dame
Manhattan
Fresh Air Fund
N. Y. Herald Tribune
NY. Times
Bowater
W. Willard Wirtz
Variety
The
High Point Enterprise
Associated Press
N. C
Merry, Merry Christmas
Prince of Peace
William A. Shires
Capitol Square Chatter
William H. Ruffin
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