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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1962
Page
6
The piece praises Christmas as a time of sharing kindness and cheer. It highlights gifts greetings and neighborly warmth, noting how families and friends exchange treasures, cards, and memories while old customs and Dickensian hope guide the season.
The text outlines simple party ideas for holiday gatherings including gift exchange games with strings and hidden gifts, carol mixers where guests group by shared melodies, and an artists march drawing reindeer as a fun contest. It preserves period tone and suggests playful, low cost activities for groups.
An historical note traces mistletoe from ancient medicinal beliefs to a festive kissing custom. Druids and Romans used the plant for protection and peace, with myths of Balder and Loki explaining its significance. Freya's tears birthed mistletoe berries and a yearly kiss tradition.
A home economist from R T French presents Calley Holiday Chicken n Potato Smorgasbord. Centered on chicken and potatoes, it offers quick prep with sauce mixes and ahead prep. Serve potato pancakes with sauces for varied guest choices and flavors.
Browning flour in the oven before mixing with meat juices yields a rich brown gravy. The technique enhances color and depth for holiday turkey servings and dressings.
Instructions claim candles last longer and burn without smoking or dripping if coated with soapsids except on the wicks. Allow to dry in holders before lighting for best results.
The piece explores how Christmas is celebrated worldwide from Tokyo to Berlin and Buenos Aires to Copenhagen. It notes language greetings, varied customs, and the universal spirit of giving, feasting, faith, and peace, with editors compiling traditions from multiple nations.
Americans revive the medieval tradition of Christmas carol singing and group gatherings as French and English dances evolved into modern carols. The piece traces roots from Chorea to church hymns and notes shifts from flutes and fiddles to long playing records.
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