Customs and legends behind Christmas traditions worldwide
The article surveys diverse Christmas customs from Europe and beyond. It notes Santa Claus as uniquely American, contrasts Wise Men gifts in Eastern Europe, angels in Hungary, stars in Poland, and St. Basil in Greece. It traces window candles to early Christians and recalls holly, Wassail, and Old World decorations reimagined in modern homes.
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Santa Claus
Europe
Hungary
Poland
Greece
St. Basil
Bethlehem
Nine Parties Open Xmas For Mexicans
Mexicans warm up for their Christmas season with nine Posadas parties each night before Christmas. The events reenact Mary and Joseph seeking lodging, with singing and a host innkeeper. Many parties are secular and marked by heavy drinking, though religious groups keep the sacred parts.
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Mary
Joseph
Bethlehem
Lot
Rosca de Reyes
Sweater Styles Remain Popular for Christmas Gifts
The bulky rib knit sweater with jeweled trim remains a top item for Christmas giving and resort wear. The Italian inspired look continues to influence casual white rib knit designs in bolero or coat styles. Bejeweled textures, cashmere styled orlons, and washable budget options expand the sweater lineup for dress up or sports wear.
Jolly 8 Brownies Meet Close with Holiday Cookies
The group led by president Kay Rennick held its meeting and collected dues. No meeting next Friday. The next gathering is scheduled for December 30 at Barbara Liebken’s home. Linda Sutton hosted and served Christmas themed cookies. Linda Mitchell, Reporter.
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Kay Rennick
Barbara Liebken
Linda Sutton
Linda Mitchell
North Ward Brownies Hold Christmas Party
The North Ward Brownies met Tuesday afternoon at the Keith Kaylor home for a Christmas party with a gift exchange. Hostesses were Mrs. Kelisek and Mrs. Lewis Bennett. Sharon Kaylor was the reporter.
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North Ward Brownies
Keith Kaylor
Kelisek
Lewis Bennett
Sharon Kaylor
Choosing a Christmas Tree That Will Last
Advice on selecting a long lasting Christmas tree focusing on sturdy foliage and twig resilience. It notes that a fir like Balsam fir lasts longer indoors than Norway spruce and suggests tests such as touching the needles and tapping the trunk to gauge dryness.
Make Your Own Holiday Decorations for Fun and Saving
Tips for inexpensive festive touches include kissing ring doorway decor from embroidery hoops or can rings, mistletoe inside, evergreen sprays on wood mouldings, wreaths from wire hangers, bright cranberries, and painted windows with tempera. Jedimoth Hill rises 812 feet in Rhode Island.
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Kokjer Motors
the Telegraph
Hristmas
the Prince of Peace
Migrats
Baker Tire Service
General Tire
JOLLY
Merry Christmas
Stag Tavern
Jedimoth
Rhode Island
Yse
Rogers Truck Line & Employees
H. Glenn Spearow
Wayne Ayers
Herschel Spearow
Ayers-Spearow Agency
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