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Daily Times-Gazette, 25 Nov 1953, p. 27

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nl Imaginative Decorations Aid | In Making | Gather greens and gay red ber- ries . . . bring out the ornaments and candles . . . fill your home with Christmas this year! i Nothing adds so much to the g and happiness of the holiday as bright decorations your house. Ld 'Start with the front door! Your door can be transformed into the g% Whether you use the frame, decorate the greens with bright Christmas tree balls or colored lights. . GAY DOORWAY GREETINGS For your door itself you have a choice of dozens of clever decorat- ing schemes. If your door is paint- ed a gay color, paste oversize snowflakes cut from paper doilies on it. Or, tie wide ribbons around it to make it look like a huge - Christmas gift tied with a big bow. Yuletide scenes can be created on the door with cut-out figures or be Dainted with washable pos- Pi Y you prefer a decoration to on the door, there is a limit- choice of imaginative ideas. favorites seem to be the spray and the Christmas ath. For the spray, choose sev- full branches of your Christ- greens and wire them togeth- into a graceful spray. Wire tiny cones into it, or center it with a big greeting card. Tie bunches of red berries into the spray or dec- orate it with colorful midget size tree ornaments. But, always finish our door spray with a huge bow of ht Christmas red ribbon. HOLIDAY-SPIRITED HOUSE Yuletide decorations throughout the house radiate holiday cheer and it's fun for the whole family to help plan and decorate. Decorate your mantel or the top of a bookshelf or a table with Christmas greens and red berries, an arrangement of white-painted twigs hung with tiny ornaments, or a heart-warming creche. And, always highlight every Yule decoration with the bright glow of candlelight! Those gay red candles dramatize every arrangement and are available in all shapes, sizes, and figures. Home Seasonable "Goose Hangs While turkey has long been the traditional Christmas dish in Can- ada of late the goose has been forging ahead like a shot in many lands as the piece de resistance of the Yuletide meal. The goose rates especially high in the Scandinavian countries, heading an impressive list of meats and fish served during the Christmas and Holiday season. In Sweden, celebrants like to see a suckling pig decorate the groan- ing board, along with the many dishes associated with the Smorg- asbord. France and Ireland look with " |high favor on the goose, and the 'MERRY CHRISTMAS TABLES For a long-to-be-remembgred Christmas dinner, add a gay Yule- tide centerpiece. Here, again, cheery red candles will star. Form a long low spray of greens around the base of the candles and tuck holly, red berries, or bright orna- ments into the twigs. Or, center your table with a small Christmas tree, either real or of glittering plastic. Children will love a table decorated with a miniature sleigh piled with tiny gifts, or a chorus of candle choir boys. So, this year give your home a | wonderfully cheery Merry Christ- {mas air with imaginative decora- | tions! Jewelry Male Prerogative Since Most Ancient Days ed out of his caves. We mean this literally, of course, azzlements that Cato (the old meany) passed laws prohibiting the use of all jewelry except that worn for a utilitarian purpose, such as a badge of office. During the Middle Ages, the Church, particularly the higher officials, took over the practice of wearing jewelry. The nobility, too, set great store by ponderous jewelry collections. Further' along, love-'em-and- leave-'em Henry VIII of England, owned hundreds of brooches, neck- laces, collars, pendants, and gem- set buckles. And similar male of | flamboyancies held sway until the French Revolution. At that time, such lavish dis- play was sure to send the own- er to the guillotine. Through the years since, jewelry for men has evolved into the masculine simpli- city of present day designs. 5" ht side and edges straight. Tuck cut ends under and slip-stitch together. ' To fringe the ends, cut matching yarn info 24" lengths. Thread 4 strands into a large darning needle and insert the needle ¥ inch from edge. Push through fabric and then draw strands until all 8 are even in length. Knot yard at edge of fabric to hold. Continue across end of stole at even intervals until end is fringed : Add a professional look to the fringe by tying 4 strands of one tassle to 4 strands of the next tas- sel, knotting about 2 inches below the first knot. To complete the de- sign, 'kmot the two remaining strands at each end two inches down. Tips for Smart Pin Money Gifts Say "Merry Christmas" to a neighbor or acquaintance without denting your budget! Here are some pin-money suggestions: Buy a tiny casserole at the 10 cent store and, when making the family fruit cakes, bake a small one in the casserole. Both the de- licious cake and the handy cas- serole will be welcomed! Pick up an inexpensive glass oblet and fill with preservex or fey Tuck holly into the paraffin fore it hardens. A decorated tin box, available at any 10 cent store, filled with salted nuts or homemade candy makes a tasty Yuletide greeting. After Christmas, the box makes a handy container for sewing needs. Fill a budget-priced glass cruet with ydur favorite French dres- sing and tie a sprig of red berries to the handle. Your neighbor will love the zesty gift and the decora- tive bottle. Don't Let Careless Ways Spoil Fun Don't let carelessness cans» home accidents that could spoil | a happy holiday. Pl» i* safe with the following precautions. Never use a makeshift box to stand upon to decorate the top of the tree. Be sure to use a sturdy, well-balanced ladder ang avoid painful falls. When you use an_extension cord for your Christmas' tree lights, be sure it's placed so that no.one will trip over it. Never run cords un- der rugs as walking on them ca "7s fr'o'jon which panld pes in cai Tire, rr On morning, sor the ! gis have been opened, remove the paper wrappings and boxes promptly. A carelessly dropped cigarette or match eould start a sudden fire. Make Sure Gifts Arrive in Time First on every Christmas Gift Shopping List this year should be the gifts that you are going to have to entrust to the mail. If you want to make sure that they reach their destination before Christmas Day, then'don't wait un- til the last minute. Everything now points to the heaviest burden of Christmas mail in history. One cardinal rule to remember is that the farther the gift has to travel the more time should be allowed for the postman to make the delivery. The other important rule is that care be taken in packaging the gift for mailing. Best plan is to double wrap the gift. Do it first in gay gift wrap- ping, after making sure that the git will not rattle around in its x Then put the "gift wrapped" package into a corrugated contain- er of sufficient strength and secure- enough bound for you to be sure that the package will not be dam- aged en-route. And finally, have the package weighed carefully and be sure you have enough postage on it. the newest idea in . neatly boxed with men's or women's miniature plastic shoes Of course you don't know her shoe size--or his. But our new Gift Plan at last makes it possible for you to buy her--or him--the sensible, practical gift of a pair of shoes. The plan is a Gift Certificate, redeemable at face value on any style of shoe, slipper or other merchandise in our store, gayly packed with a decorative, colorful pair of plastic shoes. It makes a different kind of gift-- and a very sensible one. 18 Simcoe St. S, & . Dial 5-1833 Germans, noted trenchermen, gild High" In Christmas Feasts the goose with apple styling, The Hollander gives the nod to highly spiced dressing for his Xmas g with plenty of puddings, it cakes, honey cakes and dessert breads to go with it. Latin countries forego the goose, choosing lamb as the dish of the day, while the Englishman sticks by his roast beef (along with var- ious fowl) to the bitter end. Cuba says "'Si si!" to roast pig. and it's fish and fowl for Portugal. But here in Canada the turkey remains the King of the Holiday feast. And most Canadians wouldnt have it any other way. Just a little bit more of that dark meat, please! Nativity Scene Dominates Cards Modern Christmas cards feature literally hundreds of interprega- tions of tht popular Nativit; theme. Many of these are repro- ductions from the old masters, while many others created especially for the Christ- mas card industry. The Nativity theme, which nat- urally lends itself to an almost endless variety of interpretations and a wealth of detail, long has been a favorite subject of Chris- tian artists. Many of the details, based upon certain Bible texts, have been such as those concer the Magi --/ which, grew until the Wise Men were identified and giv- en kingdoms. The Annunciation is among the earliest subjects represe! in Csristian art, antedat the Ma- donna and Child theme by several centuries, and it is interesting to note that the fathers of the Church determined how the Madonna should be portrayed: her dress and mantle are usually blue and red. Good news for the family that wants to keep a record of its ac- tivities and events isa new easy- EXCITING GIFT A gift of cologne, Here's a fragrance that demands a 'yes' for an exciting gift for Christ- mas. Other items in this dis- tinctive fragrance are bath ofl, dusting powder and perfume. THE DAILY TIMES-GAZETTE, Wednesday, November 25, 1958 ¥ Hand-made imaginative gifts for Christmas giving seem to capture the real old-fashioned spirit of the season! ' These gifts show thoughtfullness and reflect the hours spent in mak- ing them -- and, are sure to appreciated! Start gift making early! Enjoy the warm glow of the Chrismas season for a longer time as you leisurely plan and make 2 Sur gifts. Hand-made gifts should be pretty and practical -- with a bright note of - originality. Every homemaker needs gay little bridge sets and you can make these from one to two-thirds yards of inexpensive cotton! Take one TO LAUNCH NEW SHIP PORT ARTHUR (CP)--The new [to flag ship of the Paterson's Line's 32 lake vessel is to be launched wife of Senator M. Paterson, head of the company. The 574-ton S.8. Paterson is the first Canadian-built bulk freighter constructed for the shipping line. Its other carriers were purchased today by the from American owners. yard of 36-inch brightly printed cot- ton, and simply pull the threads Sringe the edge for about one inch wide. It is wise to stitch the edge and then fringe to the stitch. hese sets are unusually attrac- tive if you use a plain color for the from two-thirds of a yard of a harmonizing solid color cotton. Stitch about one-half inch from the edge, and then pull threads to make AUSSIE HELICOPTER MELBOURNE (CP)--Production| Or, try Australian-de- plain cloth has begun of an to-use, easy-on the budget movie camera. Operating procedure has have fostered various legends -- | been cut to four simple steps-- adjust for light, wind it up, forcus and turn it on. to carry four stretcher cases. for the army and | a narrow fringe around the nap- printed napkins with a for a clever gift set. deep-toned decorator colors. napkins. Cut four 12 x 12" napkins | If Pp £ Cotton, fairly heavy, in a home- tas"; The Italians, air force. The machine is designed 'spun type weave can be cut and |Natalizie." to cruise at 90 miles an hour with |Phnged top speed of 160, and will be able mats -- particularly smart done in | "Joyeaux Noel." Gifts You Make Yourself Reflect Christmas Giving Aprons -- always a welcome gift -- can be made quickly and inex- pensizely. Especially nice are the pert, little hostess style aprons of sheer cotton trimmed with frilly ruffles. Rounded and pointed styles be (are smart in dress-up aprons and there are many attractive patterns available. For the straight style apron, shuply cut a piece of fabric about 34-inches wide and 20-inches long. The waist band should be about 18-inches by 5 inches, folded in half ngthwise and stitched, gathering n the apron skirt as you stitch. And hemmed apron ties, about 24 inches long, hem the apron skirt, and lo!--a wongerful, colarful gift! There are dozenso other gifts you can make: knitted socks and ties for men (start early!), and dainty satin sachet bags, coat hang- er covers, shoe bags of dark terry cloth, pot holders, and galy em- broidered \tea towels, to mention {only a few. And, don't overlook the grand ift possibilities of home - made ams, jellies, cookies and candy -- gift-wrapped and sent as fond re- membrances! Merry Christmas the world over is greeted gaily in different ways. The Portuguese say 'Boas Fes- "Buone Feste "Froe- In Germany, to make attractive place |liche Wienachten,"' and in France, They all mean "Merry Christmas." 'FOR BIKES We carry every- thing for the bi- cycle Tires Saddles, Covers, includingt & Tubes, Saddle Lamps, Bells, Tool Bags, Kick Stands. SHOPPING DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS H--S-- ALL TOYS REDUCED TO CLEAR! YOURS FOR THE GIFTING | At Smith's Sports & Hardware you can find a gift for everyone on your Christmas list . . . and et prices you can afford to pay. Give Her An Electrical Appliance EVERY WOMAN APPRECIATES Electric Tea Kettles, Toasters, irons, Roasters, Ranges, Floor Polishers, Clocks, and Electric Blankets. Also a wide variety of: Pyrex Ware, Libby AN ELECTRICAL GIFT. --_---- the Hight, Glasses, Pressure Cookers, Tea Pots, Hostess Sets, Ironing Boards, Gran- ite Ware. We carry everything thet the sportiman would want including: Rifles, Shot Guns, Hunting Caps, Hunting Mitts, Hunting Saws, Planes, Hand Drills, Bi Sets, Chisels, Hammers, Axes, Braces, Electric Sanders, Elee- tric Drill Sets, Skill Saws, Hee- | tric Soldering Irons, Wrench- es, Pliers, Electric Paint Scrap- ors, Available 1954 Mercury Outboard Motors PACESHIP BOATS used motors at the right price. ond a large vari- ety of guaranteed Wheels; Also a good selection of: Crash Throttles, shield Brackets, ware, Cushions, Life Jack- ets, Surf Boards, Crash Steering Wind- Boat Hard- Water Skis Helmets, ete. Boots, Hunting Knives, Cleaning Rods, Hip Wad- ers, Gun Cases, Hand Warmers, Compasses, Thermos Bottles, Ther- mos Jugs, Flash Lights, Plastic Rain Coats, Leon- terns, Decoys, Colemen Stoves, ete. SPORTS and HARDWARE 353 KING ST.-W: DIAL 3-931 TB em -_

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