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Christmas memories from a Swedish family in early 20th century
A reminiscence from San Francisco about Christmas mornings with the Alfred family. The piece recalls lutefisk preparations, Swedish Juletta services, and early gifts funded by a $2 check from Dad. It also mentions a 1914 or 1915 memory of buying presents and a piano violin performance at a Christmas program.
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Alfreds
Alfred
Grandpa Lindeberg
Dad Alfred
Charley Lind
Dad
Polk Mercontile Co
Tenney’s
Variety Store
Progress Office
Naomi