Christmas Detour and the Betrothal Token
In a small town Christmas Eve tale Helen and Clay turn misfortune into a handmade, heartfelt gift spree. They craft keepsakes from scraps to brighten forgotten homes, culminating in a betrothal token as their seal of joy. A second tale follows hard men debating debt and mercy, ending with a Christmas Eve note of unexpected generosity.
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Helen
Cyrus
Woolworth
Harriet Lane
Clay Hamilton
Middleton
Clay
Eliot
Miss Gould
Miss Eliot
Eliots
Helem
Jabez Gorm
Jabez
Abez Gorm
Hard Nut
Christmas Superstition About Nine Holly Leaves
An old superstition claims nine holly leaves placed in a handkerchief with nine knots under the pillow on Christmas night will bring dreams of the sleeper’s future spouse.
Peacock as Christmas Feast Bird in Royal England
The peacock served as the Christmas feast under Richard in England. The skin was stripped, plumage kept, the bird roasted, then resewn in feathers with gilded beak. Occasionally gold leaf covered the whole body. The hostess of highest birth and beauty served the dish.
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Richard
England
Oldest Feast Period Celebrates Return of the Sun
The Christmas season is described as one of the oldest in the calendar dating back to ancient sun worshipers who celebrated the sun's return signaling the end of winter.
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Sam
Grandfather
Peter
Sally
Bob
Mingo
Nat
Job
Modern Dairy Barn of Hollow Tile and Frame on Concrete
A thoroughly modern dairy plant for large farmers features a 36 by 100 foot barn with 40 stalls, bull and calf pens, hollow tile walls to mow level, a frame Gothic roof, and ample venting. An attached silo, central feed room, and overhead carrier aid efficiency. The milk house mirrors barn construction and connects via a convenient loading platform for trucks.
Home for Christmas by Wicks Wamboldt
A nostalgic 1927 Western Newspaper Onion piece recalls a long return home for Christmas. A Southern family welcomes Sam with hugs, presents, laughter, and stories around a log fire as relatives gather for dinner and holiday merriment.
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Wicks Wamboldt
Onion
Interior winter painting proves economical and timely
The article argues that exterior and interior painting is best done in late fall and early winter. It claims painters have more time, weather is not a constraint for interiors, and costs decline as the season reduces unemployment pressures. It notes better workmanship and longer lasting results with off season work and ongoing indoor enjoyment.
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Nlust
Roof As Home Protector From Weather’s Harsh Onslaught
The roof is the main shield of the home and must endure heat cold rain snow and wind. A weak roof cannot withstand long term attack and patching cannot fix a frail structure. Choosing a durable roof saves money compared with later replacements and repairs.
Interior details trump exterior in modern architecture critique
The piece argues that interior design holds greater importance than exterior aesthetics, noting architects have shifted focus away from exterior facades. It reflects on public preference for a boxed, square form and questions the role of external design in novels and urban spaces.
Tile Fireproof Claims Boost Amid Blaze Reports
A marketing blurb touts tile as fireproof and nearly impervious to heat. It asserts tile resists flames far beyond ordinary materials and can shield surrounding substances from burning.
Interior design over exterior beauty in home quality
The author argues that a house’s character comes from floor plans and interior decor rather than exterior appearance. They cite ultra modern apartments that resemble skyscrapers yet inside offer charming period layouts. Emphasis on comfort, warmth, and better collaboration between architects and interior decorators.
New Weeding Tool Uses Two-Pronged Blades on Handle
A new implement features two-pronged blades with a hole between them mounted on a long handle, designed to pull weeds without bending over.
Mistletoe and Kissing Traditions Across Europe
The article notes the close link between mistletoe and kissing in European tradition dating back through history. It highlights how the festooned plant has long been associated with romance and holiday customs across various cultures.
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Albert E. Perks
Florida
Noel
Charlie Gorm
Gorm
Santa Claus
Pearly Gates of Heaven
Edith Minster
Peacock
William A Radford
Rairie Avenue
Chicago
W A. Radford
Trout River
Father
Mother
Jennie
Molly
Nwst
Chuck Andrews
See
Chuck
Jimmy
Cedar Swamp
Bill
Uncle Harry
Harry
Maria
Chrismas
Chris
Mistah Sam
Natty
Debonair
Eleanor
Cousin John
Cousin Nat
Uncle George
Marjorie Gaze
Matlin Tower
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