CHRISTMAS
UNIVERSAL
Of a]] the world’s holidays. Christmas is the holiday that belongs
to one and all. Christmas is for everyone, the sad and the weary the
sick and the infirmed, the happy children and their more serious
elders.
Yes, Christmas belongs to no one alone. Men of different nations and
diversified beliefs always share a certain unity in the observance
of this greatest of all holidays. Christmas, and the spirit that goes
with it, belongs to us all.
Christmas is a time of excitement for the very young. It means
good food, bright lights, an inviting pyramid of presents beneath a
guttering tree.
Christmas is likewise a time of joy for those who are growing
up. And for these Christmas begins to take on a deeper and more
significant meaning with each holiday. Behind the laughter and festiv
ities, the caroling and presents, there is borne the realization that
there is yet greater joy in the holiday, though the glitter of Santa
Claus becomes dimmer year by year.
For others, Christmas is a magic mirror of memories, a mirror that
dissolves all the prejudice, hate and sorrow to which mankind is
afflicted; a mirror that reflects only the kindness and goodness God
wished for the world He created.
Christmas is all these things, and more. It is the shadow of a church
steeple m the winter’s snow; a pointed ray of light shining through
a stained glass window; the crunch, crunch of heavy footsteps on
crusted snow; and voices singing in the night.
Christmas is all things to all men; and to all men it is the shining
symbol of man’s continual hope for eternal salvation.
FAMOUS CHOIR . . . Choirs and carols are an important
part of each Christmas observance and the famous Boy’s Town
Choir of fifty voices each year presents a stirring program of
Christmas music.
Afany thanks for giving us
the opportunity to serve you
in 1956. Hope we continue to be so
favored in 1957. Happy holidays!
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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT — RAY WOOTEN
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1. What was the famous deed George Washington performed
on Christmas day?
2. When did Santa's sleigh first make its appearance?
3. Where did the reaf Saint Nicholas live?
4. Legend has it that the crown of thorns was plaited from
which Christmas plant?
5 What was the message inscribed on the first Christmas
cards sent by Henry Cole?
6. What does the name Kris Kringle mean?
7. In Norse mythology, who killed whom with a mistletoe
arrow?
8. For how long nas Christmas been observed on Dec. 25th?
9. Where did the Yule Seal idea originate?
10. Who was Joel Ft Poinsett?
ANSWERS
I. Crossing ol thr llrlawair 2. In Clement Mnorr's famous poem.
"'The Visit From Saint Nicholas” S. Saint Nicholas was the Bishop of
Myra. In iurkey *. From the holly plant. 5, "A Merry Christmas and a
Happy New Vear to you ” ti Christ Child. 7 Lokl killed Balder, the sun
god, after Balder's mother had obtained a promise from all living things
other than the mistletoe that they would not harm him R. Since JIM A D
9. In Denmark, the Idea of F.inar Holborll, a postal clerk. 10. An American
statesman Ambassarioc te Mexico, for whom the oninsettla plant Is
n»med
HAPPY CHRISTMAS TOALL
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May your holiday be one
of genuine good cheer!
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PALMER DRUG
GR60TINGS
Our sincere thanks to all our good friends
for their continued patronage. May you all enjoy a
very merry holiday season and a very happy New Year.
Management and Directors
A. R. R. C.
Tl'f'ic coming
your way with a
friendly wish for
a very Happy Holiday.
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AL AND ETHEL KING
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Hti tl.. i lurm century ifv
Christians ob erved only Epr,l'>n>
(♦he commemoration of the Bap
tism1 and Easter with festival
and religious rights; the phvsica
birth of Christ not beine 'videh
recognized In such countries a:
Spain and Armenia, the monti
prior to Ep lany was a time o
fastiow and repentance.
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WHERE TIME STARTS
The starting point of time is the
admiralty’s date line, which curves
east and west of the 180th mere
dian in such a way that it lies al
ways in the ocean.
First to welcome each New Year
are the residents of the Chatham
Islands. New Zealand, just east of
the line.
From its starting point, the New
Year moves westerly at the speed
of 1.000 miles per hour.
May all the wonder and joy of the First
Noel dwell in your heart once more this Christmas,
NORTH PALMER STORE
May a full measure of holiday
joy and good will be yours
in this happiest of
seasons. And may it last
throughout the year.
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AUTOMOTIVE PARTS & EQUIPMENT CO.
PALMER
Happy holiday wishes to you,
our friends and customers,
and sincere thanks for
the pleasure of serving you.
May your Yuletide be bright
with all the season's Joys.
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