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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1924
Page
3
Anna Deming Gray traces Christmas origins from ancient Egypt Teutonic tribes Greeks and Romans to early Christian practice. The piece notes how early Christians viewed the holiday as sacred and not for mere revelry, mentions Sullus settling December 25 as the date, and describes pagan revels and Puritan restraint in England leading to later festive revival.
A nostalgic Christmas poem urges a balance of joy and pity. It recalls infant voices and marching drums while calling for a verse for the voiceless and sightless, a moral undertaking within festive song.
The passage traces how lords of misrule faded as Christmas customs shifted to joyous festivals. Yule logs, mistletoe, window candles, and carols persisted, while wealthy donors expanded dinners for the poor. It notes a growing spiritual spirit and the meaning of peace and goodwill with each year.
An aging circus clown, perform ing for decades with dogs and a donkey, plans a long holiday with his pets after a year of wearying tours. A Christmas invitation reveals that the lure of laughter from children keeps him bound to the stage.
A humorous 19th century quip describes a child asking if Santa loves the nursemaid and recalling a past Christmas moment when Santa was seen on her lap. The exchanged lines play on festive innocence and cheeky gossip.
Grandmother recounts a Christmas sixty seven years ago filled with oxen travel a one room log house and kin from both sides. She recalls marrying at high noon on Christmas day the feast table the mistletoe kiss and the simple joys of a Christ centered celebration. She ends with faith that Christ will reign this Christmas and always.
A grandmother recalls a Christmas wedding as the best gift, recounting a simple calico dress, few comforts, and homemade blankets. She shares family memories of hope boxes, cakes, pudding, and a wild turkey for the feast, while guiding Julia and Juanita through the tale.
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