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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1963
Page
7
The piece reflects on optimism for the new year urging honest self assessment and reasonable expectations. It notes that dreams drive effort and that a hopeful mindset can shape a better year, emphasizing practical resolutions over mere wishing.
The article surveys New Year culinary customs in several cultures. It highlights black eyed peas in the US, Armenian Persian cakes, Wassail from Scotland, Swedes with glogg, Spanish sopa, and African couscous, noting ingredients and serving customs. It notes fires for presentation and festive flavors across traditions.
Dr. George S. Smith of Rutgers urges dropping New Year lists that promise big changes. He recommends self improvement plans based on solving underlying problems, serious personal commitment, and keeping goals reasonable rather than relying on calendar dates.
The piece notes old time customs of toasting at year end celebrations. It highlights who made toasts, who poured, and what was said, with a focus on honoring important figures and lovers through shared drinks.
A New Year party game called Resolution Charades adapts fortune telling with a bamboo stick tradition. Players draw a straw from a red oatmeal box and act out their written resolution while others guess. Applause goes to the best dramatization, with a fan prize for flair.
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