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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1961
Page
2
The article reflects on the Christmas Nativity story from Luke and Matthew, noting hopes for peace and goodwill despite global tensions. It highlights charitable acts this season, from food baskets and cash gifts to elderly aid, and the continued exchange of cards and messages as humanity seeks a fuller realization of the Christmas spirit.
A Washington dispatch reports a fall in living costs in November with expectations for December. A Des Moines dispatch notes a tentative property value increase by the State Tax Commission has been sidetracked. The item carries a holiday, hopeful tone.
The piece reflects on Jesus teachings of peace and love, criticizing enduring hatred in society and within nations. It cites religious hypocrisy, contrasts with figures like Tolstoy Gandhi Schweitzer and Dooley, and notes reader John J. Keenan’s critique of Judaic Christian convergence and political messianism.
The Muscatine Journal announces postal classification as a local news paper and AP affiliate with staff names and office hours. Subscriptions are offered daily and weekly with rates and distance zones, including mail delivery terms and service notes.
A handwritten holiday greeting dated December 24 from Aunt Sadie and Uncle Gus extends Christmas wishes to a long list of relatives and friends including Morty, Frank Drake, Hazel Hoyt, Nellie Allen, Rosemary Runyan, Hilda Collitz, Don Morris, Jerry Bishop, and many more. The message expresses warm holiday cheer and personal well wishes for a merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Sally S. a 41 year old attractive mother fears losing her mind after early sanatorium experiences. The Hopkins Syndicate notes her neurosis as emotional conflict and subconscious longing for male attention, causing odd fears such as milk bottles and dirt.
A Christmas meditation on war and home shows ex servicemen valuing peace and family above all. Soldiers recall past holidays spent in Belgium, the Pacific, and Korea, feeling loneliness, gratitude, and a longing for home as they share mail, food, and brief moments of fellowship in fox holes.
A reader describes a camp visit using another family member's name due to restricted entry. Abby advises reporting the deception to the camp and notes the divide caused by limited visit permissions. Additional letters touch on child discipline, suspected card cheating, and seeking personal guidance through the columnist.
Our Yesterdays recalls a rebel army in the field estimated at 250000, arguing a policy of using a small force against the Federals to conserve men and resources while the opposing side spends freely. The article reflects on wartime strategies and partisan views from the era.
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