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SEC. B, PAGE 10—The Newberry Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thurs., Dec. 25, 1969 Our first President started the precedent of holding open house for the general public on .January 1. He and his wife, Martha Washington, continued such social affairs during the seven years the national capitol was in Philadelphia. Although John and Abigail Adams moved into the White House in Washington, D. C. before it was completed, they managed to hold a reception there on New Year’s Day in 1800. Thomas Jefferson followed their example. In 1804, for example, he held open house from twelve noon until 2 P.M. During this period a large number of guests arrived, in cluding "most of the respect able people from Washington and Georgetown”. On this notable occassion, the Marine band played, and abundant refreshments were served. Other Chief Executives con tinued this custom and various Washington social leaders re ceived friends and constituents on New Year’s Day. best wishes for the holiday season H & H MACHINE & WELDING SHOP Willie and Jack Hawkins, Owners 1502 Martin Street Newberry, S. C. Did You Ever "Tightest man in the world is the fellow who packs just the exact number of nuts and bolts with the put-it-together Christmas toy”. A beautiful custom that originated in Austria is the Advent Wreath. The wreath is made of pine or holly and has four candles in it. One candle is lighted on each of the four Sundays pre ceding Christmas, while one of the children reads a part of the Christmas Story from the Bible. All four candles are lighted on Christmas Day. Another custom observed by many Austrian families is the placing of apple twigs in a vase of water on St. Bar bar’s Day. December 4 th. If the twigs blossom by Christ mas . Eve, good fortune will come to the family, and the more blossoms there are, the greater the luck. SUPERSTITIONS In some parts of the f 'lobe, people believe that a ull salt shak er foretells a good year. India serves only new foods at this date, as they think the cooking of new rice assures prosperity. Rice cakes are used as New Years offerings in Ceylon. At some places, there are certain taboos on certain edibles on this date. For ex ample the Chinese refrain from rice, and Germans from dumplings. It's our favorite time of year — when we have the opportunity of wishing all our good friends a very merry Christmas! HIGGINS APPLIANCE SERVICE 1215 Kinard St Newberry, S. C. Phone 276-1384 CHRISTMAS CHEER To each and every one of our friends: thank you! Henry’s Barber Shop State Bank & Trust Co. Building Phone 276-9169 Newberry, S. C. YARDS OF CARDS Pin Christmas cards to lengths of four inch ribbon. Decorate top with a bright bow and trimmings from the tree. AHH ninp rnnps