Christmas in the old newspaper world
A long excerpt discusses St Nicholas and Santa Claus origins, tracing legends from Lycia to modern depictions. It describes Christmas for children, gift making at home, and practical ideas like a cardboard post office slot and toy crafts. A wartime Christmas tale follows, detailing a rescue by a colonel’s wife and soldiers, ending in a merry holiday memory.
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Myra
Lycia
St Nicholaw
Varion
Alemler
England
Germany
America
Kris Kringle
Banta Claus
He Kringle
Christ Kindlein
Christ Child
Dicken
Jonelineas
Santa Clausa
Florence Witeen
Owen
Christman
Clase
Highwrasinon
Christos
Santina
Luis Devi
Santa
Christmas Tree Demand in Maine Forests Notably High
The article explains strong demand for spruce Christmas trees in Maine as towns rely on forests for cut stock. It details freight delays, carloads from Winslow and surrounding coastal areas, and pricing dynamics from growers to New York markets.
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Maine
New York
Portland
Cme
Rome
Malone
Ahipplig Pont
Telegram Silent Ride to Fort as Winter Breaks
A narrative of a Buell era telegraph line from Benton City toward a fort in harsh winter. Soldiers assemble a shanty and tent camp, awaiting electric communication while a messenger reports orders. The Colonel’s wife travels east then returns near the line. The scene closes with her arrival and orders to move.
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Bald
Egginning
Benton
Acroas
Laramie
Benton Cy
Cumel
Indoor Christmas Games for Charity Event in New York
A committee selects suitable indoor activities for a well known New York charity. Daytime games include The Bay Hunters and Robinson Crusoe while evening options feature Anagrama Authors and shadow pantomimes.
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New York
Express
Doora
Ammeritia
Animal Kingdom
A Race Track Fiend Cured
A veteran bettor recalls a Christmas memory and asks about Santa Claus as a boy. The tale reflects a year to year struggle with promises and the patience required as time and experience shape his outlook on racing and life.
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Christman
Nantalaus
Santa Tlaus
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Washington Star
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Atlanta Constitution
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