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Newspaper
New Mexico State Record
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1919
Page
6
A long narrative follows a family’s hardships, including illness and loss, and the community’s response. It centers on a mother figure, marital strain, a courtship rekindled, and the healing presence of doctors and relatives amid sorrow and hope for the future.
An article traces the origins of St Nicholas and Santa Claus from early Christianity to Dutch traditions in Holland and New Amsterdam. It recounts legends of Nicholas as bishop of Myra, gifts to the poor, protective roles for children and mariners, and the Dutch Star of Bethlehem procession guiding Christmas celebrations in towns, ending with a note on 6,000,000 Christmas trees used nationwide.
The article recalls a traditional Christmas Eve in rural Russia with a street procession to visiting dignitaries, carols in exchange for copper, a village masquerade, and a communal supper. Elders dressed as nativity animals, the nobleman’s home is decorated, and a large Christmas tree with gifts sits at the heart of celebrations, especially for the poor.
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