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Community Christmas news from our past As Christmas neared in 1941, the community was active as it is today.Our friend and researcher Cyrus shares these discoveries from the archives, with his personal notes in parenthesis. A brief news item noted that S.W. Bailey, "of 1311 Ave., Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Adair County," would, along with 9,000 other employees of National Cash Register, receive a Christmas bonus. The screamer headline in the December 10th edition was far removed from Christmas: "U.S. DECLARES WAR ON JAPAN." Even so, a short blurb appeared on page one, reminding readers to use the News as their guide for Christmas shopping. Also on page one was an announcement of the special Christmas program to be delivered at the Columbia Methodist Church at 11 a.m., Sunday, December 21. Selections to be presented included "Behold, I Bring You Good Tidings," by the church choir, and "'Holy Night,' arr. from Brahms,Mrs. Ray Flowers, Mrs. C.M. Russell, Mrs. Ray Montgomery, soprano obligato by Mrs. R.B. Prentice, Mrs. Wesley Evans, accompanist." An article tucked on page five noted that postal authorities were expecting a "heavier than ever" volume of mail, and mentioned that delays might be expected since some modes of transportation generally used to move the mail were instead being used primarily for troop transportation. The article ended with the admonition, "The latest mailing date in Kentucky that will insure delivery before Christmas, is December 20." As stated in the page one entry noted above, this edition was cram-packed with Christmas ads. The merchants with seasonal ads included Davis Hardware ("Santa Suggests Practical Gifts!"); First National Bank & Bank of Columbia; & Royce Variety Store (9 inch Pyrex brand baking dish, 25c; Kids wagons, $1.00 & up; Jelly Gum Drops, 12c/lb.) The Lloyd Pharmacy had, among many items, pipes (10c to $1.00); salad bowls ($1.00 to $1.75); cigarette lighters (25c to $3.50); and flashlights (69c to $1.50.) In the December 17th edition, the Baptists, trying to catch up with the Methodists, announced a Christmas Pageant, "The First Noel," to be given Sunday, December 21, at 7 o'clock. Those presenting were: Reader--Mrs. H.C. Randall Mary--Mrs. Calvin Rowe Joseph--Mr. Clyde CheathamShepherdsMessrs. Eugene Baldwin, Lewis Coffey, & Leighton Smith Wise Men--Messrs. Alfred Harper, Everett Campbell, & Ivan Shivley. In addition, announcement was made of an informal program to be presented at the Baptist Church Christmas Eve. An appearance by Santa at the end of the program was promised; he was to distribute gifts to the Cradle Roll, Beginner, Primary, and Junior Department pupils. However, the Columbia Graded School stole a march both on the Baptists and the Methodists. A Christmas program, directed by Mrs. Joe Hutchison and Mrs. Garnett Young, was presented to the Columbia P.-T.A on Tuesday afternoon (Dec. 16th). The fifth and sixth graders "sang various Christmas carols to interpret the second chapter of Luke's Gospel."Mary Ritchey Lowe sang Luther's "Cradle Hymn." Others participating were: Reader--Martha Collins, Mary--Iva Lois Watson Joseph--Raymond Gresham, Shepherds: Carl Bell, Ray Franklin, & L.T. Bradshaw The Magi--Tommy Stephenson, Richard Wethington, & Stanley Howell, Accompanist Sara Moore. Another program of Christmas music was presented Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs. Eros Barger by the Music Committee of the Columbia Women's Club. (Mrs. Barger was Chair of the Music Committee.) Among those participating were Margaret Clayton, Mrs. Dudley Bishopp & Mrs. Ray Montgomery. "A number of local guests were present..." Two other Christmas program were also announced. "The Old, Old Story," was to be presented at Zion Baptist Church on the evening of December 21st. The other (no details were given) was scheduled for the evening of December 21st at the Church of the Nazarene. Among the local merchants offering Christmas goodies in this edition were Bybee's Grocery; Richardson's, Phone 134 (radios, $14.50 & up; deluxe automatic waffle iron, $3.98); E. Campbell's' Grocery, Jamestown Street; White Cash Market, John Ingram & Roy Owen, Proprietors (fancy apples, 5c/lb; box candy, 5 lbs. for 95c); Russell & Co. ("The House of Quality"); Baldwin's Market (Clabber Girl Baking Powder, 2 lb. for 21c; Ritz Crackers, 1 lb. for 19c; #1 pecans, 19c/lb.; Prince Albert Tobacco, 1 lb. tin for 69c); Lerman Brothers (men's broadcloth shirts with non-wilt collar, $1.19; chenille robes, $2.98; orange slice candies, 12c/lb.); and Kroger still had a few of those 5 lb. fruit cakes. Christmas news was thin in the December 23rd edition. (The News was published a day early, since the usual publication day -- Wednesday -- fell on Christmas Eve.) However, mention was made of the good attendance at the many local Christmas programs: "Each was interesting, well-planned and in keeping with the sacred season." Other articles announced that the tobacco markets were closed for the holiday season and that local Kroger employees would receive a Christmas bonus. Sallie Baker, the Gradyville correspondent, advised readers that there was "an excellent Xmas program and Xmas tree at Pellyton Schoolhouse" sponsored by the teacher, Lymon Baker, on the 19th. (In a truth-in-advertising moment, Ms. Baker noted that Lymon was her son.) Merchants extending season's greetings included Clayton & Shively Service Station; C.H. Sandusky & Son; Dr. W.R. Murphy, Optometrist; Columbia Gulf Service (Joe Hutchison, Mgr.); Columbia Motor Co.; James A. Skaggs Transfer Co.; & Triangle Service Station (Frank Garrison, Proprietor); and the Corner Grocery; Walker Motor Co. (J.W. Walker, Proprietor); & Mercer Dry Cleaners. And finally, those folks wishing to take a break from Christmas shopping andChristmas programs could see a movie at the Rialto Theatre. Admission to most shows was 11c for the balcony, 19c for matinees and 30c for evening shows. Among the choices: Fri. & Sat., Dec. 5-6: Bill Elliott & Tex Ritter in "King of Dodge City" Wed. & Thur., Dec. 10-11: Don Ameche & Mary Martin in "Kiss the Boys Goodbye" Wed. & Thur., Dec. 17-18: Dorothy Lamour & Jon Hall in "Aloma of the South Seas" Wed. & Thur., Dec. 24-25: Clark Gable & Lana Turner in "Honky Tonk". This story was posted on 2004-12-24 20:31:02
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