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Newspaper
The Dalton Gazette
Location
Dalton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1938
Page
5
Embroidery and applique project for six motifs with stitch illustrations and material list. Send 15 cents to The Sewing Circle Needlecraft Dept. 82 Eighth Avenue New York for pattern 17086, include name and address.
A Bentham quote about the power of words opens a discussion on how speech can alter loyalties and even shape kingdoms. The line suggests that a single sentence can end friendships and influence political outcomes.
A humorous piece on how parents explain multiple Santa sightings to children. It notes Omaha's mayor banning fake Santas and suggests telling kids Santa is busy and needs helpers who ask for wishes. The column playfully considers possible child replies and parental frustration during the holiday season.
An exploration of how the turkey acquired its name links its native American origin to theories about its call, head ornaments reminiscent of Turkish fez, and historical trade routes with Hebrew merchants in Spain. The name turk or tukki may reflect these influences.
The article outlines early Christmas origins with the Philocalian calendar in 354 and the first English observance in 598 under St Augustine. It notes a 12 day festival from Christmas to Epiphany, a ceasefire decree at Christmas in 931 1016 laws of Ethelred, and synodical actions in Mainz 813 and Norway under Haakon the Good.
A destitute man named Dan clings to a single dime found years ago on his father's farm. Amid Christmas bustle he longs for food, debating coffee and a doughnut as he weighs his last one cent.
In a café Dan Driscoll pays with a decades old dime found in his pocket. An old man insists the coin is priceless, worth thousands, and the cafe owner declares it a rare find. Dan orders a full Christmas dinner from soup to mince pie as the局 story unfolds.
Honolulu reports station KGU has broadcast Christmas greetings on December 24 for three years to lonely Pacific outposts. Messages reach about a dozen young Americans sustaining the flag on Howland Baker Jarvis and other tiny islands in aviation’s equatorial region.
The article warns homemakers to plan a balanced diet during Christmas to prevent fatigue and illness. It stresses regular meals, plenty of bulky foods, and avoiding overeating, especially for children. It advises maintaining routine, moderate indoor activity, and choosing pure wholesome treats for festive meals.
Mrs 8 M B asks about cereals harming teeth. Houston Goudiss notes two investigators have studied the issue and more are checking results. He plans to comment later and advises following nutritionists with cereals, recommending at least half in whole grain form.
The plan calls for two fruits daily with citrus or tomatoes, two vegetables besides potatoes including leafy greens, daily egg or 3–4 weekly, and milk portions for children and adults. Emphasizes protective foods to curb heavy meals and promote regular health habits.
A note on holiday confections as part of Christmas tradition emphasizes balancing treats with simpler meals. The piece counsels homemakers to reduce other meals to keep indulgences in check for children during the season.
The article promotes sewing patterns No. 1649 and No. 1650 for a matching undie set and house dress in sizes 12 to 46. It details materials, yardage, and trimming needs, recommending satin crepe de Chine or flat crepe, and provides order details from The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept., New York.
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