The sun. [volume] (Newberry, S.C.) 1937-1972, December 26, 1968, Image 36

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SEC. 3—PAGE 4—The Newberry Sun, Newberry, S. C, Dec. 26th, 1968 MESSAGE. . .This scenic floral clock decorates the lawn near the Capitol building in Frankfort, Kentucky. Each year the message "Peace On Earth” is viewed by Christmas time visitors to the Bluegrass state. Sending floral arangements by wire is a convenient way to say "Merry Christmas” to friends and family. There are many legends behind some of our favorite Christmas flowers, holly sprang up where the In fant Jesus took His first steps, according to one story. Today, flowers are a sym bol of the holiday spirit and bouquets wired can convey sea sons greetings to friends and family even when they’re thou sands of miles away. Cata^ logues, which are available at local florists’ shops, enable you to seethe bouquet you’re wiring before you make your selec tion. ODORLESS CLEANERS PHONE 276-0605 „ NEWBERRY, S. C. ALWAYS A CHRISTMAS The bright eyes of child ren around a Christmas tree will always be with us. You can say IPs sentimental, but the old world needs more of that sentiment You can say it's unnecessay, but so are a mother’s kiss, a friendly handshake and the song of a robin. Christmas is the one day of the year when kindness and faith and joy have a right of way; a day when the hearts are brighter, when smiles are kindlier. Sure, there’ll al ways be a Christmas. Luminaria City Lights The Way During the holidays, Albur- querque is called Luminaria City. Millions of paper sacks are lighted by a single can dle inside. They are called Luminarias or farelites after the Spanish who originated the custom. Entire neighborhoods go to gether to "light the way for me lost Christ Child,” as the Spanish tradition has it. The lights give the appearance of golden lanterns when spaced about three feet apart on the edges of the sidewalks, flat roofs and beside steps. New Mexicans have dec orated their homes at Christ mas with luminarias for about 300 years. Originally New Mexicans used little bonfires . of bright burning pinon and pine to light the paths of pro- cessions and festivities at Christmas. Small lanterns from Mexico were also used. It is not known who first used the paper sack luminaria,but each year the custom has spread until today they are the traditional New Mexico Christmas light. About two inches of sand or dirt is placed in each sack, and the top of the sacks are folded down one time. In side the sack goes a small ve- tive candle which burns about two hours. the joys of the holiday abound, bringing you and your family a glorious season of peace and contentment. Our gratitude to you, friends and patrons. WILSON’S TEXACO STATION 1309 College St. Phone 276-1184 West Electrical Service PHONE 276-1884 Route 1 Newberry, S. C.