Weddings of a Week Blystone Henderson and Stockdale Forsha
A Blystone Henderson wedding unites Mildred Henderson daughter of L. M. Henderson Creekside with Earl Blystone of Punxsutawney on December 7 at First Methodist Punxsutawney. The Stockdale Forsha merger unites Anna Forsha Blairville with Floyd W. Stockdale Indiana on December 17 at Turtle Creek Lutheran Church. The couples establish homes on Fourteenth Street Indiana.
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Mildred Henderson
L. M. Henderson
Creekside
Earl Blystone
Punxsutawney
Shanefelt
First Methodist Church
J. @. Blygtone
Near
Stockdale-Forsha
Anna Forsha
Ruth Forsha
Blairaville
Floyd W. Stockdale
Indiana
Turtle Creek
William A. Logan
James H. Stockdale
Salinburg
Fourteenth Street
Holly varieties flourish in eastern Texas and Arkansas
Holly appears in many forms as a Christmas decoration, with the bottom lands of eastern Texas and southern Arkansas rich in this plant. About 175 holly species exist globally, led by American holly reaching up to 50 feet in height. Red berried holly is most common, though some species bear yellow or black berries.
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Texas
Arkansas
Ancient German Christmas Bread Belief Spreads Healing Powers
Ancient German belief held that crumba bread baked for Christmas, if it fell to the ground, would sprout into star flowers with miraculous healing powers. The folklore links baking with healing in Christmas traditions.
Santa Claus Patrol Bring Cheer to Beat the Tax Collector
Uncle Eben notes Santa Claus is visiting as usual in December, aiming to spread good cheer and outpace tax collector pressures. The remark frames holiday spirit against financial demands, reflecting local color and socioeconomic humor.
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Santa Claus
Uncle Eben
Non-Christians Join Christmas Social Others See No Religious Significance
SLO residents including non-Christians participate in Christmas social observances without assigning religious meaning. The scene reflects secular celebrations and inclusive community activities during the holiday period.
Christmas Cards Old Custom Story
The article notes that sending Christmas cards as friendly greetings and remembrances began around 1860, reflecting a growing custom. It mentions Christmas puddings being made round so they can go round, indicating a tradition linked to sharing and circulating treats during the season.
Gandy Gifts Himself His Wife’s Christmas Plan
Mrs. Gandy schemes to have her husband buy his own gift by asking a neighbor to urge him to buy gloves for himself. He returns with an armload of items, realizes the mix up, and learns the gloves were meant as his wife’s present to him, a playful Christmas mishap.
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Mr. Gandy
Tommie
Sarah
Mothers Night and Yule in English Christmas lore
A historical note traces Mothers Night as the oldest English Christmas name Moddra Night with December 25 feasting honoring mothers. Saxon customs placed mothers on seats of honor with gifts, later Yule extended the revels. The tradition faded, surviving in pockets and in Mothering Sunday in northern England where families still return home to honor mothers.
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England
London Tri-Bits Magazine
Before Christmas Manners of Thompson Boys Noted
A brief exchange notes the Thompson boys’ consistent politeness in the days leading up to Christmas. Voices describe their sunshine behavior and courteous greetings as the season approaches.
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Thompson Boys
Toy blocks sized for children education and play
Educational experts suggest a four by two inch toy block size for kids. Blocks are made from a 2 by 2 planed joist, edges sanded for smoothness, and painted bright colors. Old worn bricks can be refinished with enamel in cheerful hues.
Shakespeare and Yuletide: Productions for Elizabeth and James
Shakespeare twice mentioned Christmas as Yuletide shaping his life. The period saw plays staged at royal courts under Elizabeth and James I, with Shakespeare central in court performances.
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Shakespeare
James I
Tabby Brings Kittens To Christmas Manger Tale
A Christmas Eve scene follows a family as a bedraggled tabby cat seeks shelter from the cold. Father, mother, and children feed and warm the cat, then discover the cat has given birth in the manger with a litter of kittens. Narration credits Alice B. Palmer.
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Fiider
Father
Trbby
Kitty
Tabby
Mother
Alice B. Palmer
Western Newspaper Union
Daughter as Christmas Gift Brightens Mrs Burke
Mrs Burke weeps as she trims the tree thinking of being alone next year. Her son prepares to leave for church and Dorothy's gathering, while Helen Gaisford writes of a white Christmas gift that heals sorrow by welcoming a new daughter.
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Burke
Dorothy's
Dorothy
Mrs. Burke
Helen Gaisford
Weratern Newspaper Union
Toys children prefer blocks and dolls across ages seven
A survey finds building blocks the favorite toy for children up to seven, with drawing materials and clay holding strong appeal. Little girls favor dolls and housekeeping items, while sand and clay modeling stay interesting for many children. Mechanical toys lose interest quickly, though adults often enjoy them more than the kids they’re bought for.
Yuletide carving language from historic terms
A London Tit-Bita Magazine note lists archaic festive terms for preparing game during Christmas. It cites Aslay a pheasant Chine a salmon Mince a plover Burb a lobster Lift a swan Spat a hen Unbraca a duck Dishgure a peacock Dismember a heron Thigh a woodcock and Tame a crab, reflecting medieval table lore and class gaps.
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London
Toys Should Please the Child Select Christmas Toys
A guide advises choosing Christmas toys that delight children over adult amusements. It emphasizes selecting items that engage imagination, safety, and educational value for youngsters, steering away from overly complex or adult-oriented playthings.
Thorn of Glastonbury blooms at Christmas tradition claims
Tradition holds the famous thorn at Glastonbury Cathedral was brought by Joseph of Arimathea and planted there as part of the crown of thorns worn by Christ. It is said to bloom at Christmas and to confer good fortune through the years.
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Glastonbury Cathedral
Joseph of
Arimathea
Christ
Your Christmas Pleasure Your Christmas Duty
A brief note urges completing Christmas duties before pleasure, highlighting a seasonal theme. The message contrasts obligation with enjoyment, emphasizing timely completion of gifts, chores, or rituals before indulging in festive rewards.
Houck Elected President of Extension Association
Clyde Houck of Purchags Line was reelected president of the Indiana County Agricultural Extension Association for 1936 at the Methodist church meeting. Roy Melithoca was elected vice president, Clayton Miller secretary, and Charles M. McMillen treasurer. Afternoon program featured readings, a nutrition playlet, and an address by Howard G. Niesley of Penn State. W. D. Zinn from Philippi West Virginia gave the principal address on Woodbine Farm experiences and home fertilizer mixing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Houck
Purchags Line
Indiana County Agricultural Extension Association
Roy Melithoca
Rayne Township
Clayton Miller
Washington Township
Charles M. McMillen
William 3. Wetzel
Pennsylvania
Bessie Owen
J. W. Warner
Methodist Church
Robert Shotts
Flora Fritz Henderson
Bowdertown 4-Eiq Clothing Club
Howard G. Niesley
Penn State
Harry
Lydick
Sam Pasco
Napoleon
Samuel Walter Foss
Potato Yields Fall Short Of Five-Year Averages
National potato yield is 356 406 000 bushels, seven million below the five year average. Pennsylvania, fourth in U S production, estimates 22 572 000 bushels, about twelve million under last year. New York and Michigan also show declines, boosting potato prices in the East. County Agent Warner offers free market reports via the Bureau of Agricultural Economics in Pittsburgh to interested growers.
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Pennsylvania
United States
New York State
Michigan
Warner
Bureau of Agricultural Economics
Fruit Exchange
Pittsburgh
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Indiana, Pa
J. M. Shice
C. B. White
Lapusan
Hungary
Sverdlovsk
Yuletide
Penn
Gompers Alley
Amity Gift Shop
South Ninth Street
Ninth Street
Hela
The
Progress and
Pittsburgh Post- Gazette
R. D
Wey
Jamison
Philadelphia St
Widdowson
Jewelry
Philadelphia
Ascae
Amos
Houck
Extension Association
Henry Hall, Inc
Tion
Phila
Streams Funeral Home
Indiana Evening Gazette
J. S. Hileman
North Seventh St
Indiana Hardware Co
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