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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1920
Page
3
Santa explains to his reindeer that many toys are unfinished with heads, engines, or limbs missing. He describes plans for toy animals, sleighs drawn by reindeer, and pink eyed rabbits to be displayed in shop windows for children on Christmas Eve.
The American Relief Administration along with the American Red Cross and other bodies unite in a joint appeal to help Europe's children in crisis. Quakers, Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, Knights of Columbus and federal church groups collaborate in this relief effort.
A playful Santa Claus and his reindeer debate the timing of Christmas as they talk about aging and youth. Santa consoles the eager reindeer, noting that despite many Christmases, they remain fresh and curious, like old friends reimagined.
Six year old Bernice declares she will not attend school after complaining that the teacher keeps changing spelling words daily. Her mother asks why and the child insists learning to spell is futile due to constant word changes.
Hearings in a dozen cities by the United States and Canadian joint commission consider connecting the St. Lawrence river and the Great Lakes by a canal system. The talks revived interest in the 4000 mile border between the United States and Canada.
The Simla Hills and Punjab region gain public notice due to Amritsar rumors and Kipling lore. Simla sits 7,000 feet up, with Takka Deodar hills and Sunla nearby, as Europeans gather around the viceroy’s summer home.
Describes Mallorca in the Balearic Islands as a tranquil pleasure spot with agreeable climate and slow pace. Notes peaceful people, pleasant women, low cost of living, and a unique social scene. Mentions railways, limited travel facilities, and a favorable climate for long residence, plus a playful note on real estate ads and club life.
Clark County State Bank announces a Christmas Club savings program for next year inviting all customers to join. The notice emphasizes forming the club and welcoming participants to save toward a large year end check.
The record shows Glenger & Ca as a reliable store supplying needs in Pare Mesbin with emphasis on kiwis Waits and grain products. The note mentions public interest in corm, wheat or other staples, reflecting local trade and agricultural supply.
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