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Newspaper
Lordsburg Liberal
Location
Lordsburg, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1946
Page
5
The article traces Christmas boxes from ancient Roman Saturnalia gifts to the Christian Mass. It notes tradesmen collecting boxes, carol singing, and writings by Pepys and Swift. It highlights the bell man as a forerunner of postmen who delivered poems and reminders of Boxing Day gifts.
The article recalls ancient Yule Log legends and customs. It notes strict cleanliness when touching the log and warns misfortune if the fire dies at night. Tyrolean tradition decorates the log with paper flowers and ribbons, and the youngest child pours wine while offering a prayer for warmth food rest and blessing.
The piece describes Black Virginian households observing Christmas with a gift game under a raised sheet, slips bearing names, and reveals of presents. Eggnog flows as breakfast is prepared and guests arrive, with pieced meals throughout the day. The Yule log tradition centers on an ash log linked to the Holy Child’s washing and dressing of Mary.
Job posting from Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph Co in Lordsburg New Mexico offers permanent operator work. 826 a week while learning 28.50 weekly after training 6 months raises time and a half over 40 hours paid vacations sickness benefits and a comfortable environment. Mr Bryant manager.
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