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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1968
Page
6
The article traces carols from early anonymous English works and 1521 prints to 17th century Puritan bans and 18th 19th century revivals. It cites Adeste Fideles Hark the Herald Angels Sing Joy to the World and Silent Night noting origins composers and legends of Mohr in 1818.
A survey of traditions on the number of Magi in the Nativity notes that Matthew mentions wise men from the east but not their count. It traces three gifts, varying historic numbers, and later legends naming Melchior Gasper Baltasar. Some histories place the visit a year later.
The text notes Santa Claus gaining prominence as the gift-giver worldwide, replacing regional figures. It traces gift dates from Christmas Eve toward the eve of Christmas, mentions Kris Kringle as a German influence, and explains Christkind as messenger to children. It also cites Hoteiosho in Japan and Dede Mraz in Yugoslavia as local traditions.
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