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Newspaper

Llano News

Location

Llano, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1941

Page

2

Senator McGregor Praises Nimitz From Texas

In letters from Austin Texas Senator McGregor extols Admiral Nimitz placing him as head of the Pacific fleet. He notes Nimitz born in Gillespie County Frederickburg Texas and of German extraction praising German pioneers who fled tyranny and joined the American cause. McGregor urges Texans to rally to the war effort and mentions cooperative farm groups forming in Texas for supply buying.

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Christmas Customs rooted in ancient tradition across nations

The article traces how many Christmas customs emerged from heathen and medieval practices. Gift giving at winter celebrations evolved from Roman traditions into Christmas presents, while wassailing and wassail bowls became holiday features. Playing cards were seen as a Christmas pastime when first introduced in England.

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