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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1946
Page
4
A poetic fragment describes distant voices on the wind and the sense of a door closing between the speaker and sound. It repeats the phrases peace and good will toward all humanity as a reflective mood.
The article traces Christmas tree origins in Stras s Germany and crib origins in Gre e Italy, noting Ceppo Italian decorations and the Star of Bethlehem symbolism. It reflects on mistletoe, charitable acts, and the newspaper’s wish for readers to share in the Christmas spirit and greetings.
The Star of Bethlehem has drawn extensive research and debate. Modern astronomers consider several natural explanations while skeptics dismiss the tale as invention. Faith traditions often treat the star as a supernatural signal of Jesus' birth.
A rustic scene describes wassail being made with cider in a large wooden bowl placed on a hearth. Apples roast overhead, juice dripping into the bowl while warm spices and whisked egg whites are added, yielding a traditional mulled drink.
The article describes wassail as a Christmas custom where guests toast health and happiness. The term wassail derives from waes hael meaning be thou well, and the tradition involved preparing a festive drink for revelers.
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