Russians Do New Years Shopping By Grandfather Frost
Russians celebrate New Year with Grandfather Frost delivering gifts during the night to placed under the Christmas tree or stockings. Some observe a religious Christmas on Jan 7, while others skip it, and a few celebrate on Jan 13 as well. The Kremlin suppresses religion but preserves popular holiday customs.
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Letters To Santa Claus From Lainey And Kathleen
Childlike requests to Santa Claus describe desired gifts including a music cradle baby doll counting rope old maid cards pick up sticks a candy filled stocking and items like a sinky a watch band a purse and billfold. Both authors express love and holiday wishes in simple earnest notes.
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