Christmas Poem From War Speaks Of Courage Of Marines
In New York Detec tive John Scully and his family receive a crumpled sheet of writing paper bearing a 20 line Christmas poem by Robert J. Scully an 18 year old Marine in the South Pacific. The note reflects the spirit of young soldiers as he left Roosevelt High Bronx after training at Parris Island.
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John, Scully
Lillian
Lilian
New York City
Robert J. Scully
South Pacific
United States Marine Corps
Dad
Sis
Robert
Pearl Harbor
Christmas and Epiphany Traditions Across Countries
The article surveys how Christmas and Epiphany are observed in England Brazil France and various Christian churches. It notes Boxing Day on December 26 in England Epiphany on January 6 and differing customs such as gift giving and greetings and Santa Claus influences in Brazil with celebrations extending to January 15.
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America
England
London
France
Bethlehem
Brazil
Portugal
Carols Traced to Mystery Plays of 12th and 13th Centuries
Noting that many carols originate from medieval mystery plays the church used dramatic representations to entertain people and depict the birth of Christ in the 12th and 13th centuries.
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Christ
New Years Piracy in a Snowbound GAUL Home
A New Year gathering at a GAUL residence features Margot, Johnny, and Johnny's sister Peg as guests arrive. A secretary, Miss Leslie, flirts with Johnny, prompting Margot to remark on youthful admiration and age differences while guests dance and a late song is proposed before dinner.
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Margot
Johnny
Peg
Gayety
Atrain
Miss Leslie
Amy
Lesle
Auld Lang Syne Chorus Dismisses Evening Quiet
Peg slipped a chord while the group joined in song as voices lifted in Auld Lang Syne. John N y, not the quietest, watched Miss Leslie whose eyes rested on the conservatory, mouthing thanks to Margot.
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Margot
Peg
Johnny
Miss Leslie
Poison Wheat Available for Franklin County Farmers
County Agent Daniel Roberts announces a supply of poison wheat at the Franklin County Agent's office for mouse control. The Fish and Wildlife Service recommends wheat over oats since mice eat the whole grain, ensuring better poisoning results. Wheat is available in any quantity at the agent's office.
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Franklin County
Daniel ‘Roberts
Fish and Wild Life Service
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Wilan
Camered
Gaul
Sears-Robuck & CO
North Main
Logan, Utah
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