First Christmas Seals Mated in Denmark To Fight Tuberculosis
The article traces the Christmas seal campaign from its Danish origin in 1903 through its spread to neighboring countries and the United States. It notes the 1907 US adoption by Emily P. Bissell and the Red Cross, then the 1920 shift to the National Tuberculosis Association. It highlights annual seal designs by prominent artists and mentions about 40 other countries using the seals for anti tuberculosis fundraising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmark
National Tuberculosis Association
Coun
United States
Emily P. Bissel
Wilmington, del
Red Cross
National Red Cross
Post Office Auctions Gifts Lost in Mails
The article notes that many Christmas gifts mailed are undeliverable due to improper wrapping or addressing. Extra mail clerks handle the overflow, and unclaimed packages are auctioned off with proceeds credited to the treasury. Shipping misdirections and sender information gaps drive holiday losses and sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post Office
Sam
Department of the Inquiry
Florida
Treasury
Incorrect Use of Kriss Kringle in Name Designation
The fragment notes a misapplication where Kriss Kringle is treated as a generic designation for Cl is and is described as a car from the German Christ-kindel tradition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kriss Kringle
Mountain Beant sec in the Swiss Sestats telof scenic
Fragmentary text describes a Swiss setting with enchantment and an eatery and hints at a wondrous vision across ages. Names, places, or concrete facts are not clear due to the damaged OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sestats _telof
Tip on Toys Demand and Market Trends
A brief note discusses rising demand for toys and supply dynamics across retailers. Analysts note toy availability fluctuates with seasonal peaks. Industry figures highlight consumer interest in popular character lines and educational items.
Getting a Defense Job and Gift Giving Oddities
How to get a defense job with free agencies and training programs, plus a 32 page booklet listing over 100 needed occupations and how to register. Also notes that smokers gift Camels and Prince Albert tobacco in festive packages, highlighting Christmas packaging and gift appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defense
America
Prince Albert
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