Christmas program and anniversary dinner at relief society
Tuesday evening in the relief society room featured a Christmas program led by Estelle Wright Bernice Parkinson and Mildred Oliverson with solos by Lorraine Bennett and Barbara Doney. Mrs Yvonna Nash led games and lunch followed. Mr and Mrs LaNay Lewis and family visited as the Lewis and Smith families celebrated their parents 50th anniversary with a dinner in Logan.
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White
Gwen Gibson
Parley
Ainglet
Wairview
Grant Lewis
Franklin
LaNay
Lewis
Earl
Wand
Verle Smith
Logan
Christmas Belongs To All Hearts Not Just Youth
A reflective note on Christmas belonging to everyone not just the young. It suggests adults should recall faith in the Saviour born at Christmas and approach the season with childlike spirit, keeping the celebration alive for all ages.
Reindeer Numbers Fall Threatening Santa’s Helpers
The article notes reindeer were once plentiful in northern habitats but have dwindled, with wolves blamed for widespread losses. An estimated 50,000 remained in 1950, and conservationists fear possible extinction without protective measures, as Americans rely on stand-ins for Santa’s eight helpers.
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Santa
Mexican Pinata Brightens Christmas Party Traditions
A Mexican custom adds lively fun to Christmas gatherings with a pinata. The paper clay figure is filled with sweets and trinkets, hung from the ceiling, and guests take turns hitting it blindfolded until the contents spill out. The tradition, popular during the 21 day Mexican Christmas festival, entertains both children and adults.
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Mexico
Legend and Superstition Surround Holly and Mistletoe
The legend of mistletoe shifted from evil to love and holly folklore held that evergreen leaves meant never being deserted by the sun. Both plants carried numerous superstitions tied to Christmas tradition and seasonal rites.
Holly Wreath Beliefs From Ancient Traditions
The text notes sacred status of holly and Christmas wreaths with legends about holly leaves turning red after the crown of thorns was woven from holly. It also mentions ancient beliefs about household rulership and the fate of witches near homes displaying holly wreaths.
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Christias -Hollly
Ada's Versatile Butter Cookies
A rough recipe outline describes mixing butter with powdered sugar, adding eggs and vanilla, then stirring in sifted dry ingredients. Dough is portioned, chilled, rolled, cut with cookie cutters, baked for about six minutes, and cooled on a rack with decoration options.
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