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Newspaper
Roblin Review
Location
Roblin, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Dec 19, 1973
Page
10
A historical note on Puritan bans on Christmas in 17th century New England. It traces Mayflower Pilgrims, Jamestown contrasts, and Bradford diary entries showing ongoing restrictions and eventual relaxation as English and Dutch influences eroded the bans.
The custom began in England in 1846 after Sir Henry Cole urged Joseph Cundall to create a hand colored lithograph by J. C Horsely. About a thousand copies sold but it took eighteen years to gain popularity. Royals later adopted the practice and North American shops began early displays in the 1880s. Millions are now sent each season in varied styles and prices. 30 most without exception personal injury or death resulted to the operator or passenger. DO equip your machine with an emangenacy shut-off switch to shut off the engine should the driver fall off the snowmobile. This switch can prevent serious dam age to property, including the ma chine, or prevent the machine run ning into by-standers or other Snowmobile operators. Information on regulations is contained in the Snowmobile Rid er's handbook, available free of charge by writing the Snowmobile Safety Office, 1075 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg.
Do not operate at high speeds or in unfamiliar territory at night. If involved in an accident you must provide name, address, registration and insurance to anyone sustaining loss or injury. Report any accident with death or injury or property damage over 100 to police. Nearly two thirds of accidents occur after dark hitting fences poles or trees.
A Danish twist to gift giving features a JulBock, a Christmas goat, taking Santa’s role in a festive display. The humorous replacement draws visitors and media attention as part of holiday traditions.
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