London Tower Recedes From Thames
The Tower of London is thought to drift about 114 inches per 30 years away from the River Thames. A joke notes most accidents are caused not by loose nuts but by the nut behind the wheel. Happy New Year.
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1953
Page
9
The Tower of London is thought to drift about 114 inches per 30 years away from the River Thames. A joke notes most accidents are caused not by loose nuts but by the nut behind the wheel. Happy New Year.
The article traces New Year celebrations from Roman times to colonial America and modern days. It notes lewd descriptions of Roman feasts, tavern visits in early America, and festive customs in France Germany Mexico and South America, blending gaiety with solemn reflections.
The annual Philadelphia Mummers Parade traces a blend of English and Swedish customs with St. George and the Dragon and masked processions. After 1901 the city officially recognized the event, turning it into a civic sponsored all male parade watched by thousands as it runs from evening into New Year’s early hours.
The article notes Jour de L An as the gayest day for French Canadians, New Year’s Day, marked by family reunions and gift exchanges. The central rite is the blessing of the father of the house as children kneel and ask for his blessing with the father replying May God bless you my child.
A brief note urges cautious driving to avoid accidents during year end celebrations. It highlights safety tips and reminders to protect oneself and others on the roads as the calendar turns.
The Eagle offers a yearly subscription at 2.50 dollars, inviting readers to subscribe for ongoing copies.
Deficiency in vitamin C is avoidable since children love orange juice which provides vitamin C. Birds Eye quick frozen juice keeps its content after reconstitution and refrigerates up to 72 hours. Suggestions include various sandwich combos with orange juice and optional banana for a hearty lunch.
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