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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1937
Page
7
The article traces Christmas origins from early Christian Epiphany ties to January 6 and final December 25 dating. It notes the Christmas Tree’s rise from palm symbols and possible German roots, evergreen decorations, and Druids' mistletoe tradition, while acknowledging medieval excess and modern universal celebration.
Patriotic groups launch fund campaigns to save two historic Virginia shrines. The Naval Historical Foundation and Daughters of the American Revolution seek 50,000 dollars to buy and restore John Paul Jones house in Fredericksburg before next February. In Alexandria Gadsbys Tavern, now held by the American Legion, needs 15,000 to clear a mortgage and funds for upkeep. General Washington used the tavern as headquarters in 1753 54 and it aided early steps toward drafting the Constitution.
The Gadsbys tavern hosted the inaugural public observances of the Constitution and Washington's birthday along with other pivotal early Republic events. Citizens strive to preserve these historic buildings for posterity, a commendable effort with prospects of success.
A report mocks outdated city rules in Bellows Falls Vermont and Chicago Illinois. The piece cites restrictions on hat pins aboard skypieces banned bathing suits kite riding in Grant Park late night curfews for under sixteens air rifle bans mask rules on Halloween and stopping for frightened horses plus beach music permits and unclear instrument definitions.
A caustic portrait describes Hattie Green a persistent fraud who feigned injuries after banana peels or trips in stores to claim damages. A supposed explosion led to a hospital visit and a fraud investigation ending with imprisonment rather than payout.
Washington letter notes AFL opposition led by William Green to the wage hour bill and the mixed support from CIO leaders John Lewis and labor unions. NLRB rulings split craft and industrial unions, affecting representation at Arlis-Chalmers and Consolidated Edison, signaling how board decisions may shape pending labor legislation.
Meter Godel and Mary Antola of South Bend Indiana learned their 14 year old license did not bind them as spouses and were married in a ceremony. In Camden New Jersey Elmer Schroeder testified his wife Emile left after he could not find work while Richard Raymeyer said his wife left because he worked too much. The judge recommended two divorces.
The piece reflects on Luke 2 8 20 as a timeless Nativity tale for all ages highlighting Jesus as the divine gift bringing a world of love and shared welfare. It notes the shepherds and apostles as humble followers and urges readers to embody the shepherds humble faith and seek the Savior’s presence.
A string of short items reports on a Chicago arson-convinced youth, a Princeton wager on a motorcycle stunt with a $10 fine, fog blanketing England, a New York deer hunt ending in a wife's buck, a thief returning loot by parcel post, and an Indianapolis lawyer cracking ribs from a joke.
ISAW notes from a Christmas mood with locals recalling ball games, Christmas trees, and shop window displays. Individuals including Bob, Silas Crawford, Elton Abel, Judge A J Mog, and many others share small town scenes and hopes for snow and community events.
A mix of brief items: William Treuman pleads not guilty to reckless driving and speeding in Breese. fined $1 plus costs. Carrie Nowell, 72, of Pasadena, shows resilience after a hit and walks nine blocks to hospital. Bird of Victoria, Dan, reports wallet found by his dog. A burglar destroys 3000 eggs in Chicago while seeking money. Ernest Stokes fined two cents for assault in Stourbridge. Charles Pond, 80, Camden NY, buys old pianos to craft decorative furniture using ivory keys. Mr and Mrs Keener of Union City Indiana travel country in a trailer catching turtles for soup with a refrigerated trailer to keep them alive.
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