The sun. [volume] (Newberry, S.C.) 1937-1972, December 21, 1972, Image 33
True meaning-
THE
NATIVITY
The true meaning of Christmas
can be conveyed by simply view
ing the Nativity scene, where the
Christ Child lies as a symbol of
love, exemplifying the spirit of
Christmas.
The custom of reenacting the
birth of Jesus originated in the
13th century in Greccio, Italy,
where a simple manger was con
structed by St. Francis of Assisi
as part of the Christmas observ
ances.
St. Francis wanted to help the
people understand the meaning
of the scriptures, to show that
Christ, likp them, also came from
humble beginnings.
A crib was assembled in a cave
on a hill, with a life sized wax
figure of the Christ Child in the
manger. Real people assumed the
roles of Mary, Joseph and the
shepherds. Live animals were
around the crib.
Worshipers traveled great dis
tances to view the nativity scene,
bringing gifts and chanting
hymns of praise.
At first, the nativity scenes dis
played were very simple, but
through the ages, they became
more elaborate. Figures, many
of which were life-sized, were
carved out of wood or modeled
from wax or clay and painted by
skilled artists.
Here in the United States, na
tivity scenes are becoming more
popular each year. In many com
munities, families, churches and
civic groups arrange outdoor
cribs, conveying the message of
the Christ Child at Christmas—
“PEACE AND GOODWILL TO
ALL MEN.”
THE BELLS OF ZURICH
Zurich, Switzerland, has long
been noted for its beautiful bells.
Every Christmas Eve, the Zur
ich bells ring out loud and clear,
calling families to church.
In the United States we are
constantly reminded of the close
association of bells and Christ
mas, many communities use them
for festive street decorations. In
shopping districts, we hear the
sound of handbells asking us to
help so that the needy may have
a good Christmas too.
SAY IT YOUR WAY
FRENCH: Bonne et Heureuse
Annee
ITALIAN: Buon Capo d’Anno
POLISH: Szczesliwego
Nowego Roku
NORWEGIAN: Godt Nytt Aar
GERMAN: Glueckliches
Neu Jahr
DUTCH: Gelukkig Nieuw
J aar
YIDDISH: A Glickluch nie
Yuor
(Shristmaa
^Oles sings
May the heavenly
Christmas Star shine upon us and
lead us all to blessed peace. Grate
fully, we extend season's greetings.
Kirk PontiaoCadillac Co,
2100 Nance Street Newberry, S. C.
The Newberry Sun, Newberry, S. C., Thursday, December 21, 1972-SEC. D, PAGE 3
DO-IT-YOURSELF ... Do your
own front door decorations for
the holidays. If there are chil
dren in the house, let them help.
If you use cut out figures, pencil
in the design, let children do
painting and coloring. Christmas
will be more meaningful.
Should Children Earn
Cash for Christmas?
Until children are old enough
to earn their Christmas spending
money, they should be given an
amount to spend for friends and
relatives.
As to the amount - they should
be encouraged to enjoy giving -
and getting - simple inexpensive
presents.
If your children are old enough
to earn their Christmas money
but failed to do so, pleasantly
point out that this is something
they’ll have to plan. A child
should not be burdened with re
criminations about money he
should have earned when there
was no warning beforehand.
Gkee&flgS to Jli
.
This frosty
fellow
brings our
holiday wishes
and many
thanks for
all your
trust.
TOTS TO TEENS
1214 Main Street Telephone 276-2195
Newberry, S. C.
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( \3'rom all of us
to all of you, our
best and merriest
wishes. Here's hoping
the holiday season
holds for you many present
delights. Sincere
thanks for the opportunities you've
given us to be of service. Have a simply wonderful holiday.
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1107 Harrington St. Newberry, S. C.