Come Long Mister Chris mas in the Old South verse and tale
Fractions of verse and prose blend as L. Stanton’s Christmas poem appears alongside a Francis Dana short story about Connor, a dying painter who confronts failed ambition. Friends, rival painters, and a moral revelation unfold through vivid, symbolic canvases and a poignant gift of hope from Shandon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris
Atlanta Constitution
Fraocis Dana
Connor
Mwe
Joe
Con
Shandon
Memories and Resurrection in a Painter’s Tale
A worn, hopeful Connor recalls a mentor who praised his will and talent. A vivid flashback shows a savage frontier scene drawn by Connor before he dies from overwhelming joy, the doctor noting the painter’s death as the greatest happiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connor
Docser
Woman in Politics Debate in Detroit Vote
In Detroit the women voters discuss the intersect of beauty and fitness for office. They remark that a candidate’s appearance should not define capability but warn that skipping the vote risks a damaged reputation for women seeking public roles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman In Politica
Detroit Journal
The Value of a Smile in Everyday Life
A Baltimore American verse extols the simple power of a smile. It costs nothing yet lifts spirits, dispels gloom, and encourages perseverance, with cheer spreading from heart to heart like a hug and echoing encouragement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolks
Baltimore American
Origin and Traditions of Christmas Across Civilizations
A survey traces Christmas from its historic fixed date in the fourth century to pagan roots of customs such as Yule logs mistletoe and gift giving. It notes English Scottish Norwegian and German practices plus the American adoption of trees Santa Claus and stockings with references to Milton Handel and the first house celebration in Plymouth. It ends with the Eugene Field tale of Santa Claus his mystical origins and immortality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christendom
Cyrial
Jerusalem
Julian
Bethlehem
Judea
Christ
Jesus
Ingland
Harry
Bracebridge Hall
Scotland
Queen's College
Oxford
Norway
Handel
America
Plymouth
Mass
Santa Claus
Eugene Field
Claus
Fire Wood
Mist Land
Jans
Talismen
North
Fat man learns courtesy as boy rescues mother from fire
A west side fire forces a man to flee four flights and faintly call for help while his mother is saved by a passing messenger boy. Neighbors cheer. the fat man offers a quarter, but the boy declines and leaves, while a poem ends the item with reflections on death and change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Side
New York Mail and Express
Christmas Mistletoe Tradition Sparks Late Visits
A lighthearted note from the New York World recalls Miss Kissem jokes about leaving mistletoe up long after Christmas. Jack Rushitt asks if he may call regularly, reflecting social mores of courting and propriety in shared spaces.
No Competition Allowed Plum Pudding Prank
Two boys Bertie and William plan Christmas fun by fooling Uncle John with a water filled football bladder painted to resemble a ball. He squashes it by cutting it creating a splashy mess, leaving Bertie and William in trouble as Uncle John enjoys the tasty plum pudding anyway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Jonn
John
Bertie
William
Towson Neighbor Threats Echo Across Quiet Street
In Baltimore American dispatches from Towson neighbors clash as a heated dispute escalates with threats. A local discussion features Sally Gay and Wally Softsmith debating a flatterer’s influence while gossip swirls around a daughter pursuing music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Towson
Yorkrode
Sally Gay
Wally Softsmith
Dolly Swift
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mister Chris
Justice
Lfe
Shanon
James
Desborough
Labaree
Elinor Josephine Rederick
Fat Man
Jack Rushitt
New York World
Scribner's
Uncle
Little Snakes
Mother Snake
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!