Christmas Story From Luke Chapter Two
Passages recount the decree of Caesar Augustus taxing the world, Joseph and Mary traveling to Bethlehem, Jesus born and laid in a manger, shepherds in the field, angels proclaiming good news, and the shepherds returning to praise God as told in Luke 2 verses 1 through 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyrenius
Syria
Joseph
Galilee
Nazareth
Judaea
David
Bethlehem
Mary
Christ the Lord
A Perfect Christmas by Bill Smiley
A humorous short piece imagines a single day of Christmas power like Santa Claus. The narrator questions how to use gifts ethically, asking if one would shower loved ones with luxury only for the power to vanish on Christmas morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Smiley
Senate
Miami
Santa Claus the Left-Handed Pole Santa Claus
A comic monologue imagines a Santa with radical gifts for all, from childless couples to clergymen, mothers, farmers, workers, and professionals. The speaker promises whimsical, transformative presents and a final note inviting readers to write at the South Pole for any missing groups.
The New Royal Hotel Opens in Binsearth
A brief item notes the December opening of the Royal Hotel in Binsearth. The brick veneer three story structure features an updated interior and a spacious cellar, praised as a credit to proprietor Mr. R. Murdock and the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Hotel
Binsearth
Turtle race case frames silly season legalism in Lan don
Local report describes a Lan don Ont case where two men, David Scott and Doug McNair, faced formal gaming charges over pari mutuel wagers on a turtle race during Gala Days. The Crown must prove chance, not skill, while proceeds fund a new community centre. A reptile curator testimony was hinted by the defence if the charge persisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Winnipeg
Canada Post
Landon
Ont
Ailst Craig
David Scott
Doug McNair
Tam
Alan Guthrie
Crown
Bob
Johnson
Metro Toronto 700
Guttrie Tarew
Joheana
Coar
Ailsa Craig
Pregnant Female Turtle Beats Males In Odds
An active pregnant female turtle is favored to win while a male turtle lags due to longer nails and slower progress. The text notes July pregnancy probability and describes a courtroom scene with Judge Guttrie and Crown attorney.
Wood burning safety worries and guidance from Canadian officials
A reader notes the rise of airtight wood heaters in the mid 80s and shares practical safety concerns. Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba officials advise strict chimney clearance, new chimneys for older houses, and adherence to manufacturer and Underwriters Laboratories standards to reduce fire risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alberta
Frank Cass
Building Standards Branch
Cass
Saskatchewan
Bob Gawley
Manitoba
Harry Wiebe
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Yale
Christ Is
Caesar Augustus
Russell Banner
Anne Fe
Pata
Angers
Whch
South Pole
Santa Claus
Sparks
Northern Lumber Co
Reg. Jones
Canora
EM. Williams
Jones
Wilams
FT. Matheson
W. ‘Tham
7M. Lee
Lee
Winnipeg General Hospital
Lawther
Curling Club
Chas. Russell
D.A. Kinney
George Bicknell
Lorne St. John
Jas. Burgess
Len Margetts
Carpenter
Rom Christ Anglican Church
Stan Clement
Walter Magnell
Jean [Owaniuk
St. Joseph’s Church Bingo
Julie Flammond
Golf Club
Peter Warren
Ter
Crumnas
Canada
Fred McGuinness
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