13 Dec 1917
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Newspaper
Williston Graphic
Location
Williston, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
1
A nostalgic verse reflecting Yuletide scenes with firelight wreaths and church bells. It urges turning to generosity and forgiveness during Christmas in a Christian land, as silence of deceit is admonished and holiday praise echoes.
A group spends Christmas Eve under Rhodesian skies enjoying a star filled night. The piece recalls quiet wildlife, cool air, sunrise scents, and a breakfast of crackers and trumpets before a round of golf, as described in The Heart of the Veld by Madeline Alston.
The English observe boxing day after Christmas while Americans resume daily labor. Boxes given to service and public workers are small and round, resembling fifty cent pieces, containing silver the government deems proper for two shilling or half crown value, a contrast to the fighter’s imagined bout.
Women in many communities revive old Christmas customs such as candlelit windows and public Christmas trees. The piece discusses Boston and Carlisle efforts, fire-risk concerns, and the role of light in festive gatherings as a protection against evil spirits.
A World article recalls Mexico’s Litany of the God Child and the famous Roro lullaby sung before midnight on Christmas Eve. It contrasts yuletide songs worldwide and a young philosopher’s gift idea praising a reliable fountain pen as a prized, practical present.
In Chaucer and later, the Christmas bird evolved from the roasted swan to the peacock and finally to the turkey as Captain John Smith recounted new world sights. Golden peacocks, beaks gilded, and blazing puddings marked pageantry, while today’s English celebrate carols, pantomimes, and a home feast of turkey and mince pie.
A nostalgic memoir of children pooling pennies to craft a special Christmas present for their mother. The poem recalls December plans, whispered suggestions, and the proud hidden gift later given with kisses and tears of joy.
A Dickens era style party game uses Christmas candies nuts and other treats on a table and a pair of sugar tongs. One guest hides while others name a tip piece then the guest withdraws pieces hoping to avoid the tip. If tip is drawn all pieces return and the turn passes.
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