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SEC. D, PAGE 8—The Newberry Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thurs., Dec. 25, 1969 On Christmas Eve in Melbourne, Australia, a vast crowd assembles to sing the season’s favorite carols. In recent years over 300,000 have been on hand. This "Carols By Candle light” festival is the world’s largest Christmas carol "sing”. It is a delightful spectacle, for every singer carries a lighted candle. Picture those tiny lights glowing in the darkness while that vast chorus rises to the stars. It is one of Yule’s most thrilling presentations. Everybody comes, regardless of race, religion, or social position; every singer has a candle to show against the darkness. For such a large gathering, there have to be business like preparations. Candles and candleholders are ordered as early as March, to make sure the supply will not give out the last minute. Of late years this Yule event has been tied in with an appeal in behalf of sick and disabled youngsters. The response has become very generous. A staff of very many people handle all the details of the "Carols By Candlelight” program. May it be THY will, Our God and God of our fathers, THAT this coming year be unto all Thy people, A year of plenty, A year of blessings, A year of assembly in Thy sanctuary, A year of happy life from Thee, A year of dew and rain and warmth, A year in which Thou wilt bless our bread and water, A year in which Thy mercies will be moved toward us, A year of peace and tranquility in which Thou will set a blessing upon the work of our hands. many friends and customers who let us be of service throughout the year. Shealy Tractor & Impl. Co. Route 1 Newberry, S. C. Phone 276-0336 Jim Hubbard stood idly by the apartment window, watching the snow fall down upon the city below. It was a beautiful sight, he thought, a beautiful sight on a miserable and lonely New Year’s Eve. His thoughts turned back to Maple Hill. It would be pretty, too. The phone rang softly. Be fore he picked up the receiver, he knew who was calling. "Jim, is that you?” "Yes, dad, it’s me. Happy New Year.” "Same to you, Jim. And, how about this direct dialing bit. Just like making a call across town. The call went right through. ” "Yes, how about that.” ' "You all right, son? Like the new job, and all.” "Two weeks isn’t really enough time, dad. I like the R eople I have met. They aven’t given jne too much to do, as yet. Just sort of going from one thing to another, learning a little bit about the whole operation.” "They’ll put you in the right spot, son. You can count on that. With your rounded knowl edge of electronics, you can go a long way with such a large company.” "I hope so, dad. The idea just takes a little getting used to. I ... I guess I . . . ” "I don’t guess. I know. You’re homesick. Natural thing, this being your first real holiday away from home. Even if there’s only been two of us for several years, we always managed to see the holidays in and out properly, didn’t we?” "We did, dad. I guess I miss you, and Edith.” "I know. In fact, I just talked to her a moment ago and she plans to call and wish you season’s greetings, too. Says she hasn’t talked to you since Christmas and it’s been much too long.” "Good. I’ll be waiting for her call. Thanks, dad.” "Jim, just one more thing. After you talk to Edith, don’t just sit around that hotel room. Take yourself out to dinner, or just go for a walk. Don’t just sit around there, wishing you were home.” "I’ll do that, dad. Happy New Year and I’ll see you as soon as I can.” Jim cradled the phone and walked back to the window. The walk was a good idea. He would do that, just as soon as Edith called. _ As if on cue, the phone rang. "Edith.” "Hello, Jim. Happy New Year. I miss you terribly.” "Same here. But it won’t be too long. June isn’t as far away as it used to be. Can you wait? "I don’t want to. But, I must finish school. And, you must get yourself established in your new job. And, find u? a home on a tree-lined avenue, with a little fence around the back yard ...” They talked, for a long time, or, perhaps, they dreamed out loud. When they had said the final of many "goodbyes”, Jim walked back to the window. He knew he should feel better, but it was not so. He felt lonelier than ever. He’d take dad’s advice. He didn’t feel like eating, but the walk might help. Just as he stepped into the lobby, the loudspeaker an- nouced, "Package at the desk for Mr. Jim Hubbard.” He turned the corner and there they stood. "Edith . . . dad ...” Edith went into his arms and dad grasped a hand. "How about that! We called from one of the house phones. It wouldn’t have worked if you hadn’t taken my advice about going out.” Jim grinned. "Still the one for surprises aren’t you, dad?” "But great surprises,” Edith chimed in. "Now, Mr. James Hubbard, show us what such a big city has to offer for a happy, happy New Year.” _ - . . ~~ A LITTLE GREEN Home decorations add to the spirit of the holiday. For an eye-catching arrangement, circle holly around a cande labrum with red candles on mantle or table. A wreath of green and cones will add seasonal flavor arranged around a wall clock. If you prefer to really keep it simple, use a wreath alone over a mantle, on a wall, a door, or in the window. FEWER TOY GUNS Toys under the Christ mas tree might be aimed a little closer to peace on earth, because, sales of realistic- looking toy guns have dropped rather sharply. Children are still in terested in the guns, how ever, parents are not en couraging their young ones to "see how it works”. Interest has turned to basic games and educa tional toys. HAPP 1 HOLIDAYS 0 6. May the Gift of Lasting Happiness come in bright and clear Appliance Sales Company CUT-OFF ROAD Phone 276-2052 Newberry, S. C.