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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1950
Page
3
A reader reflects on Christmas amid war, arguing against canceling the holiday. He notes personal gifts and greetings from friends, the joy of decorations, and a belief that Christmas embodies kindness. He warns a world without Christmas would harm peace and urges keeping Santa Claus as a symbol for future peace talks.
Bruce Cowden muses on the meaning of Christmas, focusing on the joy of children and the birth of Christ, while noting the sorrow of soldiers abroad in Korea and the somber view of Russia. He observes widespread observance in Washington and reflects on Christmas themes, decorations, and safety.
Junction PEO Chapter CX met at Mrs Donald Howell’s home for a Christmas gathering. The program included a discussion on Christmas savings and origins of holiday customs, with mentions of the Christmas tree origins in Germany and the Father Christmas figure in England.
Ross led a program while carols were sung and a cash gift supported the library. The January 1 meeting will be hosted at Mrs. J. H Huston’s home. Round Grove Rural School taught by Juanita Carey held a Christmas program on Wednesday evening December 24. Phyllis Stewart, a Columbus high school graduate who studied at Davenport’s American Institute of Commerce, has a new position at First Trust and Savings Bank in Davenport. Marthena class Presbyterian Sunday school elected officers: Mrs. Albert Owens president, Mrs. Cal Duncan vice president, Mrs. Verne Gipple secretary, Mrs. Walter Meredith treasurer.
A devotional critique contrasts Santa Claus with Jesus Christ during Christmas. It portrays Santa as a make believe idol replacing Jesus in children's hearts, urging families to honor the biblical nativity and keep Jesus central in the holiday season.
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