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PORT PERRY STAR -- CHRISTMAS EDITION -- 3 Rudolph of the Red Nose Adds To Fame of Santa's Reindeer "Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer and Vixen! On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donder and Blitzen!" . ~~ Here, just as Santa said them, are the names of the "eight tiny reindeer" who drew his "miniature sleigh," accord- ing to Clement C. Moore in his poem, "A Visit from St. Nich- olas." : But, since Moore wrote his poem in 1823, Santa must have added some new reindeer. It's -certain that he has at least _one famous sleigh-puller not mentioned in the poem -- the red-nosed Rudolph. Rudolph made his first pub- lic appearance in 1939, in the song, "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," with words and music by Johnny Marks, The story of Rudolph, whose red nose made him first a joke and then a hero, seems to have the indefinable appeal that makes a Yuletide tradition. As the other reindeer in the song predicted, when Rudolph"s red nose led the team through a dark, overcast Christmas Eve, it seems likely he'll go down in Yuletide history, a permanent part of the legend and lore of Santa Claus, Season's Greetings And All Good Wishes For Christmas And The - Coming Year. Dr. M. B. Dymond, M.P.P. and Family RE ee Hs Ho Ne Ne We We Wo So SADA «| 'aJoYous C May the splendor of that special Star reflect in our hearts to bring joy anew. 4 TREESOR © | FUEL and LUMBER WES HRISTMA & J 1 L ] y/ : po wv x; ile = SEER TV -- iA » [EV 1] i ~~ . f ; 3 Kj A VERY MERRY To faithful friends old and new, hearty thanks for your good will and best wishes for a wonderful holiday season. DAVID & HELEN MENZIES Children Show Generosity, Treat Santa to Surprises As a certain white-bearded, jolly old gentleman makes his rounds on Christmas Eve, delivering happy surprises to children the world over, he may look forward to be- ing, in turn, surprised. In the legend and lore of Christmas, giving to Santa is a time-honored tradition, with the gifts usually taking the form of food or beverage. Today, many families - en- courage children to be gen- erous, by observing the cus- tom of setting out treats for Santa -- perhaps some can-- dy, a dish of cookies, a glass of milk. . Through the ages, the gift- giver now known as Santa Claus has been called by many different names, but Santa's predecessors, like Santa himself, were often greeted with special treats. Filling Pockets In Italy, Befana is the gift- giver who preceded Santa. She took her name from the name for Twelfth 'Night -- Epiphania, or Epiphany -- and brought her gifts on Epiphany Eve, January 5th. To make ready for Befana, tradition says, Italian chil- dren empty their pockets and "hang up their clothes. Then into each pocket goes a sur- prise -- something good to - eat. 'After taking out the treats, Befana refills each pocket with gifts for the children. - Guarding the Home Sweden has an unusual gift-giver -- it's a goat! Ac- cording to-tradition, the Yul- bock or Yule goat comes to the door of Swedish homes on Christmas Eve and tosses the family's gifts through the doorway. -- Another legendary guest at Swedish holiday celebra- tions is Tomte, a kind-heart- ed elf who guards the home. _A dish of food is placed in a "quiet corner, so that Tomte may feast as-he secretly ob- serves the family fun, a» Enjoying Pudding In Denmark and Norway the legendary good spirit of the house is Nisse, who watches over home and farm and is sometimes said to be the gift-bringer, too. His Christmas treat, the rice pudding traditional at Scandinavian holiday feasts, is placed beside the kitchen door or, on farms, in the hay- loft. - A happy season is upon us, bringing joy to one and all. Warmest appreciation! LEVINSON'S DKY GOODS Treating the Donkey Today's Santa relies on his reindeer for transport, but the gift bringers of yester- year had other animal -help- - ers, who usually shared in . the holiday giving and re- ceiving. In Holland, for instance, legend says that St. Nicholas arrives early --- on St. Nicho- las Eve, December 5th -- rid- _ing a white donkey. For the refreshment of the good saint's donkey, children stuff their shoes with hay and set out a dish of water, Car- rots and a potato are some- times added. Eo all our customers, best wishes for a Merry Christmas. We thank FARM EQUIPMENT LIMITED Santa is coming L your way with lenty of jolly good wishes for your holiday, and thanks, P. Merry Christmas MORROW at A 3 &: ~ May this holiday seaséh bestow on you every:blessing and happiness. Please accept our best wishes, and may we express our gratitude to "you for your loyal patronage. Thank you! MANAGEMENT AND STAFF OF Beare Motors Ltd. BEAUTY. SALONS