Christmas at Sea and a Christmas Surprise
A sea captain recalls Christmas aboard a fleet during the Civil War with gifts of shot as tokens, Navy feasts, and a pantomime of holiday cheer aboard ship. Back home Parrish Morton confronts love and duty as Verona returns with a long‑hidden suitor, ending in a hopeful Christmas kiss and looming wedding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
oMeer
Trinidad
West Indies
Callao
Uncle Sam
Ness
Parrish Morton
Verona
Brooks
New Mexican
Sussex
Elds Elysian
Agapemane
Phippe
Arma
Mr. Morton
Marshall Marriott
Womith
New Mexico
Phipps
Christmas Musing on Charity and Good Will
The piece reflects on Christmas as a time of warmer feelings and charity. It contrasts rich abundance with poverty, noting how generosity broadens during the season and invokes the biblical call to help the poor. It envisions brotherhood across Christendom, recalling the Bethlehem night and the carol “Peace on earth and good will toward men.”
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morton
Parrish
Verona
New Mexico
Las Vegas
Alexander Stith
Lie Woods
Christendom
Bethlehem Plaina
Beayou
Quick Home Gift Ideas for Christmas Time
A brief item explains how to craft speedy presents for last minute shoppers. It highlights simple, quick options like hairpin cases made from white artificial pompadour fiber, suitable for those with limited funds or time.
The Rose of Jericho and the Holy Family Path Tale
A traditional tale links the rose of Jericho to Mary and Jesus, saying the plant grew along the Holy Family’s route from Bethlehem. It allegedly blossomed at Christ’s birth and closed at the crucifixion, then reopened at the resurrection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jericho
Bethlehem
Christ
A Christmas Thought From Cherlos Dicknae
A Christmas Thought reflects on yearly happiness and the boundless gifts from the Creator. The verse notes a joyous season shared among brothers and neighbors, urging gratitude for divine blessings and communal goodwill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fio
Olster Debarrador
Cherlos Dicknae
Christmas Awakens Deep Festive Spirit Across Seasons
The piece reflects on Christmas as a sacred, uplifting festival that strengthens family bonds and communal warmth. It contrasts winter’s chill with the moral glow of Advent, praising church music, the joy of reunions, and the renewed charity and sociable cheer that define the season.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Norro
Conld
Syiariod
Wwe
Rurst
Faith
Peahoe
Christmas At
Sea
Admiral Evans
Bob
Feders! Army
Fort Fisher
Santa Claus
Hampton Roads
Kies
Avery
Pon
Jess Ii
Torine
Washington Irving
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