I thought I’d give you a little Christmas present with a look at some interesting stories that were in the newspapers Christmas Day, Dec. 25th, 1919.”
There’s a little bonus for you too as I’ve extended this blog with 7 items this time around.
So while you’re enjoying a beverage from your new coffee maker, while wearing those new Frozen II slippers, get a chuckle from some of the news items from 100 years ago.
First up from the New York Evening Star, Dec. 25th 1919, a type of adoption you just don’t see, back then or now. A Christmas present for the ones who have been loyal.
The South Bend Indiana Times reports their Mayor got a pretty touching Christmas gift that almost brought him to tears.
We hear all about how we should prepare for our funerals so others don’t have too.
From the news scimitar (Not capitalized) of Memphis a story of firemen finding out a couple was prepared for the judgement day.
The Albuquerque Journal reported a nice Christmas bonus for local book store employees. (Yes there is an “e” missing in the headline)
The Ogden Standard in Utah tells of Babe Ruth rejecting his contract! (story from Christmas eve, but in the Christmas day paper.)
Seattle Star reported the story of a pet cat providing the family supper in Pennsylvania!
Also from the Seattle Star 100 years ago…the “Zebra Burglar” strikes!
I put these up periodically and hope you enjoy a look back 100 years.
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYBODY!
Bob Harris
KFGO
