History of the Christmas Tree From Eden to Modern Time
The article traces the Christmas tree’s symbolism from Eden and the Light of the World to medieval Paradise Trees and light pyramids. It notes Hessian soldiers introducing the tree to America, a 19th century Cleveland controversy, Roosevelt’s White House bans, and the modern blend of religious meaning with decorations and lights.
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America
Garden of Eden
Germany
Hallmar Cards Research Library
United States
Cleveland
Theodore Roosevelt
Homemade Christmas Is Best Of All
The article extols do it yourself holiday crafts. Readers are urged to craft gifts such as a doll house from a discarded bookcase and a toy chest from a wooden box. It emphasizes personal touches, simple materials, and a traditional spirit of handmade gifts for children.
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Lle
A Thought on December and Christmas
William Feather notes that December feels drear without Christmas and that some version of it would have to be invented to bring light to the dark days and cold nights.
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William Feather
Christmas Eve Sleigh Ride Tales With Reindeer Names
On the night before Christmas Santa and his sleigh of toys are swept through the air by eight reindeer named Dasher Dancer Prancer Vixen Comet Cupid Donner Blitzen.
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Santa Claus
Dasher
Dancer
Prancer
Vixen
Comet
Cupid
Donder
Blitzen
Christmas Spirit Marks a Holy Day of Grace
The passage emphasizes Christmas as a holy day of grace and gratitude. It frames the holiday as a source of joy and hope for the world and highlights the spirit of faith and goodwill among people beyond the celebrations.
Carols Across Countries Mark Christmas Celebrations
Across nations that celebrate Christmas, carols form a festive thread in communal worship and street gatherings. Choirs sing traditional tunes, while families share kinship through familiar melodies.
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Savanna, Illinois
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Helen & Paul Savanna, Illinois
Vada Carroll Thomson
Ill
Lakeview Flowers
Hilltop Floral
Bud & Joyce
Mt. Carroll, Illinois
Christ
White House
Duncan
Savanna
Illinois
Hals LP
Sears
TOM & Marlene Smith & Employees
Engel
Greison
Savanna Savings Building & Loan Assoc
IPC
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