Bloomfield Falls to Scotland in Hard Fought Hoops Clash
Bloomfield suffers an 51 to 17 home defeat after one week of practice as Scotland shoots with accuracy. Mullis leads Scotland with 17 points while Rawls Cook scores four fields for Bloomfield. Bloomfield struggles from the line converting 3 of 13 foul shots. Scotland makes 7 of 10. Large crowd sees Coal City visit Bloomfield next Saturday. Lineups include Hassler Mullis Cook Rawls Asbell and Gainey among others. Referee Nehf.
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Bloomfield
Ind
Scotland
Mullis
Rawls Cook
Coal City
Bloomfeld
Hassler
Owe Be Es Mullis
Laugh Turns To Debate Over League Of Nations Article
In Washington on December 15 the senate drew a laugh when Senator Watson of Indiana urged printing Albert J Beveridge’s article in the Congressional Record. Unanimous consent was sought as Senator Harrison of Mississippi asked if it covered the Indianapolis locale. The reply noted the item concerned the league of nations, not a local situation.
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Wasilington
Senate
Watson
Indiana
Albert J. Beveridge
Congressional Record
Harrison
Mississippi
Leagué ‘of Nations
The Christmas Gift Exchange Verse Fragment
A fragment from a verse about exchanging gifts at Christmas. It mentions a diamond given in return for a heart, highlighting a sentimental, romantic theme. The text shows archaic phrasing and an implied exchange between two people.
Desert holly described for wreath makers in Southwest
O F Wadsworth notes the desert holly Perezia nana as a small, two to three inch plant with stiff bluish green leaves and a single purplish pink flower about an inch long. The plant resembles a tiny sprig in sand and is not as lush as regular holly for Christmas decoration. Another bluish white leaf plant, often misnamed desert holly, is used for wreaths on the Pacific coast.
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Pacific
O. F
Wadsworth
Waatern Newspaper Union
The Reason of Reindeer Revealed by Child
Little Mary explains Santa Clara’s reindeer have Christmas trees on their heads, prompting her mother to ask why. A. B. Thomas credits 1923 Western newspaper humor.
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Cgrols
Mary Graham Bonner
Western Newspaper Union
Santa Clara
Mary
A. B. Thomas
Western
It’s a Good Tryout: Hiding Jewelry From Burglars
A man who has tried to hide gifts from his wife or kids knows how futile it is to secret jewelry from burglars. The article frames the folly of concealment and the risk of theft, suggesting practical awareness of household security.
A Generous Prayer Twists Dickens Words in Tribute
A fragmentary note honors Tiny Tim's timeless blessing. The line God bless us every one echoes as a generous prayer amid Christmas sentiment.
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Tiny
Tim
Lonely rich man finds Christmas joy in helping janitor’s children
A wealthy, solitary man in a chauffeured car longs for connection. He abandons his club to shop for Christmas gifts, decorates the janitor’s tree, and visits the janitor’s home where his gifts bring laughter and warmth as children hail him Santa Claus. He experiences belonging for the first time.
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LTP LP Hs
Lisi
Fi -Muimber
Jim
Nagapeus
Els
Claus
Santa Claus
Vajon
Mirror Trees Used to Fend Off Birds in Ancient Orchard
Odd local practice uses swinging mirrors hung among fruit trees to reflect sunlight and scare away birds. Report notes villagers claim the gleam deters birds from feeding, with some skeptics calling it superstition yet others noting occasional crop protection benefits.
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Birdiaa
Bipda
Fragmented note hints at old pee health issue
readable fragments indicate an elderly man with urinary problems and possible medical context. details are sparse, but the text implies a historical note about health or bodily function without clear names or locations.
Mysterious Kindness Binds a Christmas Tale Heard
A group trades fireside stories on Christmas Day as a doctor arrives with a bundle marked for Mrs Cafferty. The giver’s mysterious kindness fills the cottage with joy, as children and kin share laughter and a memorable Christmas tale, crowned by the doctor’s story.
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L. Will
Mrs. Cafferty
Mike
Nora
Jose
Timothy
Patrick
Bridget
Kate
Christopher Q. Hazard
Western Newspaper Union
Christmas Alone Far from Home On Christmas Day
A writer notes that a soldier or traveler far from home may feel sorrow and desire for family as he faces the holiday. Though he sits apart, memories of mother father and sister fill his thoughts and he longs for the dressing and home comfort.
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Dad
Sis
First Christmas Carol Verse From Luke Gospel Text
A passage from St Luke recounts the birth of Christ in Bethlehem with shepherds and angels praising God. The lines describe the manger scene and declare peace on earth and goodwill toward men as a sign to seek the newborn savior.
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David
Christ the Lord
Some People Believe in Santa Claus, Some Do Not
A concise jab on adult belief noting that some grownups dismiss Santa Claus while others still hold faith or nostalgia in the seasonal figure. The remark underscores differing views across age groups.
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Santa Claus
Shoppers’ List Preview for January Sales Event
QN shoppers’ list notes the next shopper event in the Urge series will occur during the January sales period. The item hints at ongoing promotions and upcoming discounts, inviting participation from local customers and retailers.
Superstition and Shoe Customs In Scotland
In Scotland a superstition holds that a lassie who drops her new shoes before wearing them invites trouble. To avoid this fate, the shoes are sometimes burned or buried to avert misfortune.
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Scotland
Unclear fragmentary text on unrest and aid band
Fragmentary OCR style line suggests unrest involving Bo Leas and Tankins Bays. Mentions a citizen and Willd tolena a helpis band and joining a chorus. Not enough coherent facts or named events to form a full news item.
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Tankins Bays
Citizen
Willd
Tolena
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