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Dear Santa Claus Christmas Letters From Young Washington Children
A trove of handwritten Christmas requests from numerous children across cities mentions toys like dolls, teddy bears, trains, engines, blocks, sleds, tables and chairs, candy and nuts, along with clothes and books. Letters express hopes for Santa to visit, with many noting good behavior and family wishes, including requests for mothers, brothers, and relatives.
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Santa Cimas
Buster
Chicago
Robert
Emmet
Baltimore State
Santa Claus
Irfert
Sante Claus
Bear
Donald Kyle
Mildred Kyle
A. Robey
Eva Gali Inyo
Bridgeport
W. Va