Abuses of the Day and the Christmas Spirit
A reflection on Christmas cynicism and the festive spirit. The piece notes excess and humor at the holiday, yet affirms the value of kindness, family gatherings, and the joy of giving within restraint. It argues many still find happiness in modest celebrations and self sacrifice, not widespread abuse. It highlights families sharing meals and children enjoying treats as the season's bright side.
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Christman
Ita
Golger
Chicago Tribune
Paradise and a December hunt by Healey Lake
A rugged reminiscence set near Crane and Healey lakes in northern Ontario recalls a man’s three year pursuit of his wife Sallie. He treks through snow and wolves to Gravenhurst after a Christmas present she promised, amid a landscape of Georgian Bay islands and Mohawk-like muskoka woods.
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Paradise
Yorker
Kah-pec-kog Lake
Ontario
Georgian Bay
Crane Lake
Healey Lake
Muskokas
Frazer
Frazier
Sallie
Gravenhurst
Santa Claus
Toronto
Bill Scott
Gravenherst
Old C
Healey
Cross Heale
Kuh-pee-key
Moore
Foote’s Bay
Mr. Inck
Hetter
Rome
Allie
A Christmas Sermon on Unselfish Giving
Catherine L. Smith in Youth's Companion recounts a Western city Christmas tale of a letter to Santa Claus from a poor girl who asks for gifts for others, not herself. Two businessmen locate the girl and fund treatment that helps her recover, illustrating child’s faith and charity. The piece contrasts with holiday gift-giving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
Catherine L. Smith
Mt.Santa Claus
Susie
Mimma
Tommie
Whselfish
Festival Spirit in Art and Hospitality Through the Ages
A discussion of how festivity and hospitality inspire artists across eras. The piece links Roman drama origins to rustic youth feasts and highlights Christmas scenes as a grand painter’s theme. It traces sacred life from the baby in Bethlehem to the cross in Calvary, noted for its repeated artistic renditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Magazine
New England
Will
Mary
Bethlehem
Calevary
The Choir Boys Christmas and Fire Safety
Dean Farrar writes of cathedral city choirs hosting Christmas gatherings for boys from humble homes with music, games, and carols at the deanery and canon houses. The piece warns of Christmas tree fire risks, recounting a blaze caused by a spark from a candle and advising safe trimming and securing candles.
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Dean Farrar
World coal output growth through the 1901 peak
A treasury study traces world coal production from 1840 to 1901, showing explosive growth led by the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany. It notes the U S dominance by 1901 with 34 percent of global output, Britain 28, Germany 19, and details shifts over decades. It also highlights uneven distribution among the world’s populations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Bureau of Statistics
France
Germany
Belgium
Austria
Hungary
United States
United Kingdom
Pennsylvania
Great Britain
Ireland
Kingdom
Best of Drums Made Here in United States
The article notes Americans are the best drummers and drummakers with Chicago and St Louis housing large factories. It highlights three U.S. factories producing high quality drums used in orchestras and bands, distinct from military corps drums which require a duller tone. It describes drum construction as complex with 248 pieces in a top drum, emphasizing quality materials for durability and tone.
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Chicago
St. Louis
United States
Chicago Chronicle
Mrs Strongmind’s View On Brotherhood And Afterhood
A witty quip from Puck contrasts Mrs Strongmind’s belief in human brotherhood with a sharper take on gender, noting she believes in the afterhood of women. The remark highlights social attitudes toward women and unity.
Jokins Will Leaves Family Traced In Baltimore News
A terse exchange notes Jokins' will as a shady act leaving only family concerns. The context hints at probate intrigue and questions about rightful heirs in Baltimore.
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Will
Jokins
Baltimore Newae
What electricity is and how scientists view it
The article surveys a 19th century magazine view of electricity as material, atomic units and electrons. It explains negative electricity as electrons, positive as the remaining atom, cathode rays generating ether waves, and references the protyle concept. It also includes a light dated exchange about laundry mishaps.
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People’s Magazine
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Edwaril
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