Remembering Christmas of the Long Ago in Old Toms Town
A nostalgic reminiscence recalls old-time gifts and joys of Christmas past. Home made mittens and a tin monkey toy symbolize simpler bounty, while church gatherings and sleigh rides evoke a slower holiday spirit. The piece contrasts 1920s life with modern celebrations, noting enduring generosity over mere presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giandaga
Atut+Saphronia
Alger
Henry
Clive
India
Local Citizen Honored as Doctor Crookshank Leaves Rapid City
In a town office gathering last Wednesday, Dr. R. P. Crookshank was presented a lettered framed address by Mayor Riesberry on behalf of the council as he prepares to move to Brandon. He thanked residents and city officials for the welcome and support during his Rapid City tenure.
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R. P. Crookshank
Rapid City
Brandon
Riesberry
Croaokshank
Local incidents and events noted in brief
A fine Eagle was shot near Brad wardine by Fred English. Rivers Agricultural Society will hold its annual Seed Grain and Poultry Show on Dec. 18th. Sid Bainton and Arthur Bishop were given a send off on leaving for active service. A horse belonging to A Gould fell down a well and was extricated with trouble but without serious injury.
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Rivers Agricultural Society
Sid Bainton
Arthur Bishop
A. .Gould
Wu Rea is Elected President of Agricultural Society
At the annual meeting of the Agricultural Society Wu, Rea was elected president to succeed J. W. Seater. The selection marks a leadership transition as the organization continues its ongoing programs and community outreach.
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The
Agricultural Society
Summer Home of Mister Jack Frost in British Columbia
A vivid description from Glacier near Mount Sir Donald in British Columbia portrays an ice cave where sunlight makes frozen walls shine like diamonds. The piece notes a rumor that this is Jack Frost’s official summer residence, where the Chilly Monarch naps from spring to autumn.
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Mister Jack Frost
Mount Sir Donald
Glacier
B.C
Jack Frost
Mr Frost Rides Ice Chunks In Canadian Rockies Cave
The piece describes Mr Frost living on private Canadian Pacific Rockies grounds. He spends much time in a Cave and rides floating ice chunks as a pastime. His favorite food is a glacier coated with fresh snow and he howls with joy during long winters, causing dramatic snow drifts on his travels.
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Bis
Mr. Frost
Canadian Pacific
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rogers
William A. Rodgers
Winnipeg
Jos. E. Thompson
O.N.R
Rivers
West
Portage la Prairie
the Gazette
United States
Tom
Oak River
Alozette
Bradwardine
Fred English
Rvssers ‘ Fern Press
the Man In Blue
Universal
Laemmle
Baby Peggy
Frances Hodgson Burnett
Augustus Thomas
Insurance and Loans
B. RR
Rea
Advance
Rumely and Sawyer- Massey Thresher Co
Canada Carriage Co
Hese
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