Thanks to friends and helpers after our bereavement
A note of appreciation to Mrs J A Sadler and Family Archie Hildreth for support. Also mentions wishing to build homes on easy payments and offers related to local services. Includes an advertisement for Catarrh Cure with testimonials and a promotion for Mary Pickford film Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Sadler
Archie Hildreth
Mary Pickford
Rebecca of
Sunnybrook
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Night Before Christmas Fame and Family Loss Told
A 19th century note recounts Clement Clarke Moore author of A Visit From St. Nicholas. It covers publication history from Troy Sentinel 1828, Moore’s ministry ties, and personal sorrow with his wife and two daughters dying young. The piece notes his son survived to age 68 and is buried in the family plot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gray
Clement Clarke Moore
Holy Trinity Cemetery
New York
Troy Sentinel
Moore
Cirele
Sentinel
Ott
Ion
New York General Theological Seminary
Ian Kunis
Clement Moore
Christmas Song and Seasonal Reflections From a Bygone Era
A fragmentary year end piece recalls a simple Christmas message about joy and happiness, noting that Christmastime spans the year. The text also references a historical note on garden pests and cleanliness, mingling festive sentiment with practical advice.
Feathered Four Hundred Attend Mrs Laidiaws Christmas Tree
A bird sanctuary party near Sands Point hosted by Miss Louise Laidiaw drew Mr Long Sparrow and many feathered friends to a Christmas tree spread of cranberries popcorn apples and suet. Birds of all kinds including sparrows wrens and a wary Sir Crow enjoyed bright decorations and bird friendly treats despite chilly weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Long Sparrow
Mixves Plicker
Cock Robin
Jentle Wren
Sir Woodpecker
Feathered Four Hundred
Mise Louise Laidiaw
Sands Point
Miss Louise
Loulve
Sir Crow
The Spanish Santa Claus and Epiphany Customs
The article compares Santa Claus traditions in Spain Belgium and other locales noting the Epiphany gift distribution by a three kings figure in Spain. It describes children leaving shoes with hay or carrots for gifts, shoe polishing in Belgium, and a playful upheaval of rooms with furniture moved and treats left for good children. It highlights the adaptability of the stocking as a universal gift delivery method and the enduring appeal among youth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Santo | Finas
Belgium
Santa Claus
Days of Yore Festival Echoes and Family Ties
Fragmentary account recalls a rustic festival and a plea for staying unified by kinship and faith. It mentions Washington Teaing, Uncle Eben, and workers loyal to management, with notes on Sunday rest and borrowed characters from the elders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Eben
All Aircraft Outrivaled by Ancient Flyers in Art and Flight
A Philadelphia Public Ledger note compares angels wings to albatrosses and swans, detailing wing spans and weights. It cites a 25 foot pterodactyl as a prehistoric flyer far surpassing modern birds, noting its dagger beak and pelican like pouch while suggesting angels would thrash in a fight with such a creature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Public Ledger
Gulf of Mexico
Kansas
Naturaliste
Happiness In Old Age Through Optimism And Health
A woman at one hundred declares she is healthier and happier than ever, arguing happiness aids longevity. The piece urges active mind, avoidance of doom, and enjoyment of life, noting that retirement eases burdens and grandchildren bring delight. Optimism and pursuing dreams can broaden horizons and move society toward a brighter future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Herald
Glorinus
Alice Leaves Home With Grandmother’s Dog
A disjointed local vignette tells of Alice, a child living with her grandmother and father in a shared house. While out with a neighbor, Alice smiles and asks to explore, choosing not to return home as the adult guidance falters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alice
Atlee
Moonine
Miscalculation. Why, didi? chor witey advertised dle non
The fragmentary text narrates a garbled scene on stage where a miscalculation causes confusion and a performer laments the lack of a neon sign for the cabaret. Names, places, and precise details are unreadable, but the tone suggests a stage mishap and miscommunication.
Notice to Arcada Taxpayers on Tax Collection Dates
Notice to Arcada taxpayers that tax collection will be held at Commercial National Bank of Ithaca and Alma State Savings Bank in Alma Michigan on specified dates from December 1917 to January 1918. Dated December 8, 1917. Treasurer P. Cline signs for Arcadia Township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commercial Nation Bank of
Ithaca
Mich
Alma State Savines Bank
Alma
Aredia
Cline
Treweurer
Arecads Township
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W. H. Kurtz
Park Or
Union
Zhao
Dinea
Hall
J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Ohio
Tadias
Alch
Bert
F. E. Slusser
St. Nicholas
Tor Ft
the “Service of Light
Tad Chetatias
Hetet Waa
Christman
Baitdiey
Jaenne
Coettelel
West
Dovmayatema
Hotetion
Arcada
Merry Christmas
Crandell & Scott
Mous de Luxe
the Deluxe Candy CO
State ST
Lma
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