Washingtons Christmas Victory at Trenton in 1776
In winter 1776 Washington led 2400 Continental troops across the icy Delaware at Trenton. Hamilton’s artillery struck at 7 a.m. catching Hessians by surprise and forcing their retreat, with the town and about 1000 prisoners in American hands. The raid boosted morale amid enlistment deadlines and war weariness.
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Trenton
Earth
America
Delaware
Continental Army
George Washington
Pennsylvania
Lord Howe
Long Island
Washington
England
Alexander Hamilton
Lure of the West Toys Dominate Boys Items
The Toy Guidance Council notes Western toys top boys interests including guns and nolsters, while dolls are praised for interactive play. The report highlights toys that move, cry, and respond, shaping play patterns and parental choices in this era.
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The
Toy Guidance Council
Religious Yule Cards Coming Into Fashion This Year
Religious greeting cards are rising in popularity with an estimated 400 million religious designs this Christmas. The Madonna leads at 20 percent, followed by Christ Child, Wise Men, Holy Family, cherubs, and shepherds, with modern variations on traditional motifs.
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S. Q. Shannon
National Association of Greeting Card Publishers
A.ll
Madonna
Christ Child
Three Wise Men
The
Holy Family
Joseph
Mary
Pop Up Your Holiday Party Tips and Stats
A guide to hosting a Christmas party with simple activities, foods, and games for all ages. It emphasizes easy punch, festive treats, and a relaxed approach to ensure hosts enjoy themselves, plus a few Virginia rail and U.S. car ownership facts and a note on vice presidents.
Doll Wave Styles Through Time in Toy Fashion
The text traces doll evolution from the pretty dumb era to the Mama stage and then to the current diaper netting phase, illustrating changing design tones as dolls reflect evolving child care and fashion trends.
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Mama
That Touch of Green Christmas Greens for Home Decor
A short feature praising using evergreen branches pine cones holly and greens to decorate homes at Christmas. It suggests placing a vase or bowl of greens in any available spot to enhance festive appeal.
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Russ, Fran
Gary
Neason
Western Auto Store
Herb and
Alice Aldrich
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Virginia
U.S
United States
Noel
Rex
VicTone Cleaners
the Telegraph
Gay
Burel Kinney
Thi
S Seas
Streetings
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