Christmas Reflections On Tradition Hope And Charity
Frederic J. Haskin surveys Christmas origins from sun worship to Christian celebration. He notes community trees in Madison Square and Baltimore, gift giving, and charitable baskets, plus tales of Buffalo and Freeport Santa helpers and the enduring spirit of giving beyond mere gifts.
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Washington, D. C
Christ
Madison Square
New York
United States
Baltimore
Committees of
Buffalo
Cutiura Soap and Ointment Promises Relief for Skin Ailments
The advertisement claims Cutiura Soap and Ointment provide immediate relief for eczema rashes itchings pimples dandruff and sore hands. It promises complete speedy and permanent healing in most cases and offers a free sample by mail with a skin book through Dept Boo ten.
Freeport Man to Play Santa for Poor Children
Freeport resident William Ascher will don the Santa role despite high living costs. He plans to give away a ton and a half of candy to local kids, spreading holiday cheer amid economic strain.
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Freeport
Santa
Freport
William Ascher
Santa Claus
Earl Named to Head Bureau of Ordnance in Navy
Washington dispatch reports Commander Ralph Harle was nominated to lead the Bureau of Ordnance with the rank of rear admiral. The article’s second sentence disputes a grafting claim as a curious aside.
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Earl
Bureau OF Ordinance
Washington
Ralph Harle
Bureau of Ordnance
Senate
England Calmy Accepts Changes in Government
London reports a swift shift in Britain as Lloyd George speaks. Public debate centers on liquor prohibition, with speculation that a nationwide ban could boost shipping and war production by freeing labor and reducing cargoes of alcohol.
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United Press
London
Lloyd George
England
Scotland
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By Frederic J. Haskin
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Germany
Claus
Europe
Manchester
Christ Mas
Santa Ascher
Ascher
Walter Baker
J. W. Pegler
C. Mytzell, R. P. Peresis
Fort Wayne
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