Pussy and the Christmas Turkey
A long haired Angora kitten named Blizzard is sent to New York and adopted by Nellie Dale’s family. He causes mischief, steals, climbs curtains, and disrupts Christmas preparations by sneaking into a turkey stuffing episode, ending with the cat confined and a second turkey cooked. The tale ends with Dinah’s cautious verdict.
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Angera
Nellie Dale
Fifth Avenue
New York
Nellie
Blizzard
Dinah
Buzzard
Ellen
The First Christmas Tree Custom Originated With Northmen
Across the English channel the Gauls Franks and northmen observed stern rites of a strong hearted race. Trees formed an important part of midwinter festal observances and the pine tree was greatly revered by northern folk. At midwinter they hung gifts upon the tree for their god.
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English Channel
Christmas customs origins in Christian tradition
The piece traces Christmas gift customs to early Christian outreach to heathens, notes gifts to priests evolving into family offerings, and explains Saint Nicholas as a German origin figure. It highlights stocking hanging as a Christian tradition rooted in Germany centuries ago, now a cherished global custom.
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St. Nicholas
Santa Claus
Germany
I Walked in the World Today Dear Lord
A devotional poem contrasts worldly wealth and fame with spiritual richness found at Christ's side. The speaker notes passing through crowded halls and luxuries yet seeks divine joy, declaring the world poor and faith the true treasure. The piece closes with references to the star and Christian work.
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Mart
Tomorrow Takes Care, Yesterday Causes Trouble
A reflective exchange notes that planning for tomorrow is easy while dwelling on yesterday leads to trouble for many people. The dialogue hints at common attitudes toward time and responsibility in daily life.
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Dinah
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