Festival of Christmas Not Always Observed on December 25
The article discusses Christmas as a holiday with religious services and gift exchanges, noting early mentions by Clement of Alexandria and eventual universal adoption of December 25. It describes 19th century greetings, community celebrations, and widespread street decorations with lights and trees in towns and cities.
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Doukhobor Sect Origins and Migration
The Doukhobor sect began in 18th century Russia and faced tyranny leading to mass immigration. Many joined the movement in Canada in the early 19th century. Owing to their beliefs they oppose government rule. In 1922 thousands left Canada for Mexico.
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Be Merry All and A Joyous Season in Dublin Charity Sermon
A fragmented excerpt notes Dickens A Christmas Carol praised as a national benefit. It mentions Be Merry All sentiments, a Dublin reference, and a collection call for gifts for children. The text also lists assorted historical facts and figures including Cary, Spencer, Edison, and various era notes.
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Have Tree Base Stand In Water
Guidance on keeping Christmas trees fresh by placing the cut trunk in water. Buy a recently cut tree and slice the end diagonally to expose a moist surface for absorption. Stand the trunk in water immediately and store it cool if not bringing inside for several days.
Notable December Birthdays and Historical Figures
December dates highlight Eli Whitney inventor of the cotton gin on the eighth, Ludwig von Beethoven on the sixteenth, John Greenleaf Whit Kier on the seventeenth, Christopher Carson on the twenty fourth, Louis Pasteur on the twenty seventh, Woodrow Wilson on the twenty eighth, and Rudyard Kipling on the thirty first.
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Cannon Fire Hails Christmas in Rome
A sunset cannon from the Castle of San Angelo marks the start of the Holy Season in Rome. Crowds attend solemn church processions and a grand midnight Mass as hotels and restaurants stay open for festive meals. Calabrian shepherds, the Pifferani, visit homes between Christmas and Epiphany, playing bagpipes for Advent hosts who reward them with wine figs and tips.
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Nut B ow Filled From Many Lands at Christmas
Nut bowls brim with nuts from around the world. The English walnut originated in Asia and the pecan is native to America. Filberts almonds hickory black walnut chestnut and butternut appear in American markets, with experts seeking more varieties to transplant domestically.
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