22 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1898
Page
1
A fragmentary Christmas verse notes angels singing and the birth of Christ the King. It mixes archaic spellings and garbled lines about peace, goodwill, and a prayer to come and abide, mentioning a George Proll and a royal measure granted this season.
An American sentry near Manila reflects on home as troop bundles and improvised Christmas preparations unfold. Grinnell and fellow soldiers improvise by wrapping in blankets, telling stories, and sharing limited treats like pineapples, coconuts, bananas, and oranges while awaiting a festive moment in the distant camp.
At a frontier fort Christmas arrives amid feverish excitement. Soldiers tear open crates as a Western ranger distributes gifts. A dog steals a mitten with a love note, prompting a chase. the heartening scene ends with the soldier reading a tender message from home and a lighthearted Santa moment.
The captions critic asks what reason exists to fire someone for a New Year depiction the editor replies the year does not end until December 31 the critic then breaches his pledge and leaves.
In Bethlehem children gather on Christmas Eve to hear angels sing above the site believed to be Christ’s birthplace. Travelers and many youngsters look to the sky as the choir’s celestial voices fill the night.
Yule dough described as a paste image of Jesus baked at Christmas and given to customers like candles by bakers. It notes the term Yule cakes in the county of Vietham England and mentions unusual holiday jokes from New York Her ald and a playful exchange about Christmas party behavior and gifts.
A rustic Christmas Eve scene unfolds with husking, cookies, and preparations as neighbors gather in a log-cooked farm setting. Men husk corn for the feast, women stitch, and children prepare for dances and taffy pulls. The town buzzes with expectant holiday excitement as the party nears.
A Christmas message urges readers to share wealth kindness and faith with loved ones and strangers alike. It invites readers to create gifts from the heart, spreading goodwill and joy during Christmastide through thoughtful acts and charitable giving.
A nostalgic account of holiday preparations and community joy. Amid snowy lanes and bustling farmhouses, families prepare feasts and outfits for a Christmastide party. The piece emphasizes faith, peace, and the generosity of women, concluding with a reflection on the birth of the Christ Child and hope for all.
During Henry VII era to Elizabeth I, the Lord of Misrule directed amusements at the court during Christmas week. Wealthy nobles funded lavish gaieties, with Essex reportedly spending £3,000 of his own money on court games in a single season.
A beggar recalls past riches of thirty thousand dollars and his fall from fortune after a season of squandered spending. Unjick probes the blame while Hojack notes similar ruin, attributing it to extravagance during Christmas gifts and failed investments.
In Prospect a quirky note hints at a festive fixer for Chrismas and a playful chant about a champion’s day. The fragmentary text references Waggles-Righter, a clover clue, and a satellite gift as part of the seasonal scene.
A damaged line references a small lesson about general peace and giving Christians presents, suggesting a cultural note on holiday customs. The fragment hints at a historical or literary discussion without clear attribution or full context.
Fragmentary Christmas verse laments a holiday scene with garbled lines about gifts, love, candy, and a pledge. It mentions a year, a wedding, bearing cards, and gentle vehicles shining, conveying a nostalgic mood and seasonal goodwill. The fragment preserves names and affectionate wishes in a period voice.
A fragmented 19th century account notes New Year’s observances across Europe. It cites English families staying up for midnight, Christmas gifts prevailing, and decreases in New Year gift exchange in England while Paris shows lively gift giving. Germany favors intimate visits, Rome links gift giving to January 1, and ritual touches of public recept ions and celebrations appear across nations.
The article explores mistletoe’s link to Christmas lore, noting its evergreen habit and historical reverence by the Deities as reasons for its festive use. It contrasts mistletoe with holly, stating many celebrate Christmas with at least a sprig, while some see no mistletoe at all.
A fragment shows a dialogue where one speaker recalls a plan to set a little brother as a New Year gift, and another retorts with mockery about not wanting siblings. The terse exchange references wanting knives or skites and a fighting Nong, indicating a tense family moment conveyed in broken speech.
A fragment recounts Mr Dartey and his wife Clare discussing Christmas plans. The dialogue hints at a decision related to accompanying her while shopping and emphasizes household motives during the holiday period.
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