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BY JO ALDW!NCKLE Women's Editor .of The Times GREETINGS tion and here the tree was with Goodwill to All set up on a plush-covered side Lapped in luxury, except table and was decorated with for the one in five, we favored Canadians are about to cele- brate Canada's 10%th Christ- mas. The stores have been heaped with merchandise and provender and in the comfort- of heat, light and sound all we have had to work for has pan and chocolate Books and base. friends. Once the steaming e * been time. eS horses were sheltered, i Christmas 1867 was cold but tors went indoors to the homes were warm and charades, the hospitality lavish. For ing gam weeks before the holiday both jj}, the general store and the kite jogked chen were hives of activity. li Merchants imported fumes, lace, china, toys well as sugared figs, ilded served fruits and the ts, apples and rib- tional oranges for cl stockings. Homes were ent with the smell of b. and storerooms were with pickled and meats, fruit cakes and dings, pound cakes, cookies, Sausages and pies over The house tive with t FOR MOST garlanded wi ain F green, dec v flowers, ¢ ts 0 ries. The tables essers had generous bowls with apples, nu and some f plays of g sheep Only tl 2 ad fres pee I, she flower k was ove wreaths come the copious or guced es. Ducks, deer everlasting (dried) berries, geons were plentiful grasses and evergreen quently there was ox well as bear meat nas was a religious * most, marked by sh a dinner as the win- supplies would allow. A menu from '*'The Home Cook Book", compiled by the ladies of Toronto. and chief cities and towns of Canada, 1877, gives some idea of what was possible and expected: "Oyster soup with celery, roast turkey, croquettes of rice, sweet and Irish potatoes, quail on toast, vegetables, pickles, escalloped tomatoes, macaroni, jelly, almond pud- ding, mince pies, lemon pie, cheese, fruit, nuts, coffee." Wreaths were hur dows; frequently a cz added on Christmas Eve to light the Child on His wa and to welcome all tra Christmas trees were g in popularity although in most homes the tree and its: gifts were still reserved for the children. ALTHOUGH town stores had a rich selection of toys, books and treasures 4or-: all, many families continued to make. their own presents. When the chores were finish- ed, fathers whittled, dolls, whistles and farm animals. Mothers knitted gloves and , - is scarves, sewed doll dresses WHAT OF THE solitary Jig- and party clothes. Children Ue whose birth in Bethlehem Christians and cele- 1967 years ago everywhere honor brate? He was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He. grew up in still another village where he worked in a carpenter shup until he was thirty. Then for three years he was an itiner- ant preacher He never wrote a book. He never held office. He never a family or owned a embroidered slippers and made wall hangings while young ladies painted china, decorated pipe racks and tat- ted doilies. To keep out the chill, the fires were kept alight both day and night. Some families still retained the custom of lighting a special Yule log, by the light of which they told fortunes. The parlor, considered the "best" room and used only on house. He didn't go to college. Sundays and special occa- He never visited a big city. sions, was the preferred loca- He travelled less than two Se on ired miles from the place where he was born. He did none of the things vy associates with no creden- He was only STRAWBERRY SHERBET (Low Calorie) atne He t LAIR worre,r SOCIAL ai sVL WHY WE DO NOT SELL A ROOM FULL OF FURNITURE! 2 know that you can hove better furniture, that looks better, lasts longer, and actually costs, less over the yeors by letting our experience and training help you properly select your home furnishings. We enjoy doing it, you will too! Betty Haydl (o. Ld. Interior Decorating, Fine Furnishings 15 KING STREET EAST 725-2686 \JO'S JOURNAL , wax candles, small toys, fruit and flowers, marzi- candies. larger packages were placed around the tree There was much visiting pe- tween neighbors, relatives and + EE. YOUTHS MAKE CHRISTMAS Speirs, James and Miss ior Council, delivered about Sherri Claus, two repre- 75 toys to Simcoe Hall aton's Jun- Settlement House recently eas] ANN LANDERS Groovy Trip Ends In Disaster For Hippy > letter|know now 'that one day I'l from the LSD user ¢ da lot make it back. of talk on our campus. I heard) I hope you will print my let- some kids say, 'That settles it\ter, Ann, and give me the op- for me."' Can you use one more portunity to help some other letter that might "settle it' for stupid kid to earn for nothing some. others? what nearly cost me my life.-- I'm a 20-year-old college stu-/EX Hippy dent. (male) who thought it) Dear Ex-Hippy: Here's your might be a groovy experience. to letter and my thanks for writing "expand my mind," I smoked a it. Now, may I add a word? jcouple of joints (marijuana) 'There are no shortcuts 'to and felt pretty good after the peace of mind and' innersecur- pot excursions. The next steplity. Contentment cannot be for me was LSD. I figured if pot found in a bottle, a pill, a needle made me high, LSD would or on a sugar cube. The person really zoom me out of this who wants to get away from world, You wouldn't believe how himself is the very one who can easy it is to get LSD around Jeast afford to try it. He is the there, cop-out, the unstable, maladjust- My first trip was fair but my ed personality who will crack second trip was bad--very bad. when the going gets rough. He My third trip was agony. It took is the very one who should grab) |me three days to figure out who|hold of something solid and) \I was and where I was. That hang in there for all he's worth. | was two months ago and I'm) No one ever solved a problem} 'far from normal as I write this or dealt successfully with a cri- letter. sis by running away from it.! In a crowd (study halls are Drugs and alcohol are methods crowded) I still get that up-tight Of escape. All they do is further' feeling. Don't ask me what I'm befuddle and finally depress an afraid of. I don't know. A casual already confused and unhappy |conversation 'usually turns into, Person. -- la heated argument. When any Physicians all over the coun- one disagrees with me I become or nae erence sera = remorse 'and Tee awiuly de) OSHAWA TIMES pressed. ree PICTURE ls RE-PRINTS During ct to plagt st liar 3 20% Discount on Orders Of 5 or More Pictures Dear Ann Landers , Totten- get to t deserve ms like Available at NU-WAY PHOTO SERVICE 251 King St. E., Oshewa 8 x 10--1.50 each 5 x 7--1.25 each DAVIDSON SHOES (SSO SOE OSE LELE N DOWNTOWN OSHAWA i = ; b isi 2AVSsSSsassa ss J GIVE SNOWBOOTS SHOES SLIPPERS DON'T KNOW THE SIZE?--GIVE A GIFT CERTIFICATE: ND BE SURE! DAVIDSON SHOE STORE fe, BRIGHTER FOR TOTS ae for distribution at Christ- mas. These toys were col- lected by the Junior Coun- cil from fellow employees. try have reported an increasing number of psychotic teen-agers who have flipped out after ex- Some never be rational human beings again as long as they live. What a terri- perimenting with drugs. of these kids will ble price to pay for a "groovy experience." Confidential to: oesn't need them," es in a variety of ways. They + jtinue to prosper Hate those | Slass windows: A person who wears glasses "even though he d needs them. He hides behind the glass- will be able to wind up the next|]@ THE OSHAWA TIMES, Soturdey, December 23, 1967 jyear in the fine way you can. Fists aN By ESTRELLITA Doing your best, you can step) Look for some lively family GIVEN SHAWL FOR TOMORROW up your earning power in mid- and social situations all year--| NANAIMO, B.C. (CP) -- A Another pleasant day in pros-|March pos gre ee os fone which will be especially shawl worn in the British Co- ect. Activities favored by pla-|"ancia uns y May, al. i yher 'sonal reta- bia legislature i etc "ied oagl gbledaetiid von.|through July (an all-around| congenial hie -- ep Ps h w McK; . vugthed 3 a Nh intereste|good month for all Sagittarius: tionships are concerned; for| Josep » McKay has been in travel and social entertain-|C@Pricorn cuspals), in mid-Sep-;new romance in late September' presented to Nanaimo Centen- ment probably proving the most|tember, mid-October and next/--although the entire year will/nial Museum. McKay was in pleasurable. | | December. Occupational inter-jbe star-blessed in this connec-/charge of the coal fields at Na- i . jests are slated for advance in|tion. : naimo for the Hudson's Bay Co, FOR THE BIRTHDAY 'ate April and early May; also) A child born on this day will in the 19th century and repre- If tomorrow is your birthday, |in Jate December and early Jan-\be extremely versatile and sented this Vancouver Island your horoscope indicates that,!yary of 1969. creatively inclined. centre in the legislature. jwhere your monetary interests/---- -- Sena mene mene are concerned, you will have an excellent year, with outstanding periods for gain forecast for jmid-April, early May, all of |July, the latter half of Septem- | jber, mid-October and next De- cember. Job and-or business) lgains are star-promised in late) !April. and early May; also in (late December of next year. | In your private life, you can look forward to pleasant person- al relationships for most of the year ahead. Best periods for romance: Late June, all of July and, if you're marriage-minded, | September will be an excellent month, Creative workers should have an outstanding year, with some unusual accomplishment indicated in June. A child born on this day will be highly intelligent and ambi- tious, but may have to curb a tendency toward undue sar- |}casm, DAY AFTER TOMORROW Some extra patience may be needed if you are to haldle your affairs satisfactorily on Mon- day. You may experience some disappointments or delays in carrying out preconceived plans, but do not fret. Do your best, with the knowledge that things will improve within the next 24 hours. FOR THE BIRTHDAY If Monday is your birthday. your horoscope - indicates that you should take practical and vigorous action now so that you | THE STARS SAY make him feel intellectual, or they may cover dark circles or wrinkles--or they may provide just the measure of separation he needs from himself and the next fellow. a 31 Simcoe St. N. Downtown Oshawa SPORTSWEAR Lid. OSHAWA SHOPPING: CENTRE Wish . « . to take this opportunity _ for thanking our many wonderful customers and friends for their valued patronage throughout the year Hoping you will have a joyous Christmas and may your efforts in the coming year be rewarded by peace and contentment. Management and Staff SEIGNEUR'S OSHAWA SHOPPING CENTRE RM RRRM DD PMMMBMw MT HBSS BRISY@AS @REEYIRGS With the coming of Christmas we may take time from our busy lives to reflect on the many wonders of this world, We can be thankful for the opportunities that Canada offers and we In Ontario can be particularly thankful for our special circumstances. The Centennial celebrations have shown us not only the growth of : material wealth, but the great awakening in things of the mind and of the spirit. On behalf of more than two thousand members of our staff, | express the hope that we may all share in the spiritual awakening that accompanies the cry "Merry Christmas". Sincerely yours, AB HBB OSHAWA'S Surrounded by most of het 18 great - grandchildren Mrs. T. H. Everson who i: celebrating her centenary today, was the guest of hon. or at a family dinner par ty on Thursday at her home "Gilmour Place," Kins Street East, where an aval anche of cards and bou A THE OSHAWA TIMES, CHRISTMAS Miss Nancy Malloy, Kin ton, Ontario, will be home festive season with her p nis, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Malloy, King Street East. Merqraeeegee Christmas guests at the ho of Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Mil Mary Street, will be their : and daughter-in-law, Mr. a) Mrs. Ronald Miles, Toronto, ' tario. RRM Home for the Christmas 5 son with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Morris, Arthur Street, will their son David Morris, We ern University, London: = their daughter Miss Beve Morris, MacDonald Instit Guelph, Ontacio. PEE Spending the holidays wi their parents, Mr. and M Gordon Lofthouse, Park Re North, will be their daugh Miss Megan Lofthouse, fr Trent University, Peter ough; and their son, Rob Lofthouse, Ontario College Education, University of Tor to. ESEMAORNE Grandchildren from out town to attend a family din' Christmas Eve at the home Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Lee, $ coe Street South, will be ! and Mrs. Michael McNan and children, Belle River; | and Mrs. Bruce Miriguay ; children, Scarborough: and | and Mrs. Wayne Ford, Will dale. Christmas guests at t home of Mr. and Mrs. Lh Oke, King Street West, will Mrs. E. W. Reynolds, Mr. 1 liam Hall and Master B Hall, all of Ithica, New Ye EemPaD Home for the holidays ¥ her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Powers, Beau Street, will be their daugh Miss Rosemary Powers, | versity of Toronto. REET Mr. and Mrs. Lucas Peact Simcoe Street North, will h as their holiday guests, and Mrs. Herbert Barnes, ° onto; and Mrs. Clare Bart Woodstock, Ontario. TEMES Spending the festive holi with Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Pi hill, Simcoe Street North, be Mr. and Mrs. Brian I and family, Kitchener, Onte WRAL Lieutenant and Mrs. K Hooey and family, Petawa Ontario, will spend the yule holidays with their parents, and Mrs. William J. Ho Brock Street West; and and Mrs. I, Pretty, West Court,