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Newspaper
Irvington Gazette
Location
Irvington, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1949
Page
4
The piece reflects on New Year resolutions fading quickly and contrasts human self improvement with faith. It cites Bible verses from Jeremiah and Corinthians to argue that only God can grant a true new start, urging readers to trust Jesus Christ for forgiveness and eternal hope rather than perpetual self reform.
The Scots keep a long standing wassail custom at New Year with spiced wine and nutmeg as the head of the household toasts and shares it among guests. In early 20th century America open house practices invited visitors to call, sometimes drawing boisterous or inebriated crowds as guests arrived with free punch and festive cheer.
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