Christmas Means Giving Christ Our Very Selves
A reader urges a true Christmas celebration centered on surrender to Christ. The letter contrasts holiday festivities with the gift of Jesus, urging families to read the Bible, sing carols, and pray for forgiveness before accepting the cross’s gift. Mrs. Raymond Schenk, Milan.
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Raymond Schenk
S. Main St
Milan
Cryptoquote Puzzle From a Historic Page
A coded phrase puzzle with letter substitutions and a quoted aphorism. The message includes a daily cipher key and a sample quote about halves of society, ending with an anonymous attribution.
Host dislikes play Should all leave
Local reader questions seating and boredom at a stage play after a host suggested leaving at intermission. Abby answers confirm the couple’s choice to stay while noting the hosts’ lapse. The column also shares letters about organ playing etiquette and community volunteer needs highlighting civic engagement.
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Abby
Dear
Christmas in Public Schools Then and Now
The piece debates how public schools should handle Christmas following Supreme Court rulings. It cites Engel v Vitale and Abington v Schempp while noting guidance from AASA and the National School Public Relations Association. It highlights Matteson Illinois and Las Vegas Nevada boards as examples of cautious, inclusive practices.
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Matteson
Las Vegas, Nev
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