45th Birthday Would Be 180 If Goosie Was Human
A Canada barnyard landmark, the ancient gander Goosie-Gander at Frank Asbeck's farm near Georgeford is celebrated as 45 in human years, about 180 in spirit. Once fierce and fearless, he now enjoys a warm coop, a straw bed, lettuce and corn, with Mrs. Asbeck noting his stubborn vitality despite rheumatism and aging.
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Medical Secretaries Aid Two Hospitals in Local Fund Drive
Brampton and District Medical Secretaries Association hosted a December 11 pot luck supper. They donated funds to Peel Memorial Hospital for an instrument stand and to Georgetown and District Memorial Hospital to aid resuscitation equipment purchases.
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California Christmas Tree Production Scale
Yree Land notes that California yields about 900000 Christmas trees annually per the University of California Agricultural Extension Service.
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University of California Agricultural Extension Service
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Legend of the Christmas Rose Pink-touched bloom tale
A tale explains why the Christmas rose blooms white with a pink tipped petal. A small girl traveling to visit the Christ Child lacks a gift. Angel Gabriel touches the ground, a rose springs forth, and when given to Jesus the petals gain a pink tint.
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Stop Walt Listen Tone Warns on New Appliance Use
Wary guidance recalls old railroad signs warning buyers to read instructions before using a new appliance. The fragment suggests caution against rushing to try a Christmas gift and stresses following directions for safe operation.
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Read Before Use Keep Warranty Papers for Christmas Treas
A guidance note advises keeping warranty or sales slips after unpacking and to read care and operation instructions. It suggests removing the tree when needles shed and disposing of it in a way that prevents litter and fire hazards.
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