Christmastide Vows to Serve Right and Justice
A short vow speaks of giving the greatest gift of love through service to the cause of right and justice for every man and the court, promising joy to those who do well as Cora once said.
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Newspaper
Humeston New Era
Location
Humeston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1918
Page
2
A short vow speaks of giving the greatest gift of love through service to the cause of right and justice for every man and the court, promising joy to those who do well as Cora once said.
A playful verse expresses affection for a Teddy Bear as a safe, cuddly companion. The speaker promises daily companionship and nighttime comfort, assuring the bear will not frighten or bite and will always stay close.
The article notes Christmas customs in Britain and France influencing American homes, citing shared traditions and reverence for relatives serving abroad. It describes a French practice of welcoming a Child of Bethlehem with gift baskets and careful attention, and mentions a superstition about crossing thresholds during Christmas.
A wartime letter from Merrell Mullinnix describes celebrating in Tours France after arrival from Brest, detailing crowds in the streets, national anthems, cold weather, and a homeward Thanksgiving sentiment. He recalls censorship lifted, travels aboard the Northern Pacific, and gifts for family while noting food variety and camp life.
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