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Community Christmas Program at Opera House Shines
The Community Christmas program by scholars from consolidated schools drew a full house with students performing songs and recitations. Highlights included "Christmas Bells," "Star and Story," "December," and a nativity pageant, followed by a Santa visit on streets decorated with lights and a Boy Scouts procession. Local news notes also advertise baby items and poultry for sale in Thomson Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Whimer
Bertha Weber
Alice Ottens
Dare Smite Louise
Josephine Mudd
Mother Goose
Thelma Schick
Paul Wilt
Santa Claus
Lawrence Stratter
Philbert Winebrenner
Santa
Sale
Matt Kiidie Suren
Thomson Illinois