Arizona republican., 1921-12-26
COMMUNITY TREE. AND PROGRAMS MARK
 XMAS EYE IN MESA

MESA, Dec. 25.-With the program and community tree in the downtown district and special exercises at most ,f the churches. the spirit of Christ mas time was everywhere manifested sn Christmas eve in Mesa. The op- portunity was at hand for every child In the district to partake of the good Claus had to offer and few, if any, missed the chance
 The program at the community tree was attended by a throng of children and adults and Santa Claus overlooked not one of the hundreds of children on hand. Community singing was led by J. c. Raymond, the combined choirs rendered several selections and the special orchestra on hand aided much in making the program success. At the programs S conclusion Santa Claus issued can dies, nuts and fruit to every child present, the prepared lot of 500 sacks for the kiddies going fast, with every youth fighting hard for his place in line that he might not miss out on he good things.
 At the Methodist church a special Christmas pageant was presented by a cast of over half a hundred chill dren and adults. A special program was also held at the Baptist church. St. Marks Episcopal church held it's tree and program in the guild hall on Friday night and the Christian church included it's program and exercises in the regular services Sunday morn ing
 All of the churches held special Christmas services Sunday morning and Sunday night at the Methodist church, the combined cho;rs from the Christian, Baptist and Methodist churches, numbering over 30 voices, presenting a special program of Christmas music.
 No Business on Monday
 The postoffice employees probably will be the only persons at work in Mesa on Monday, when the Christ mas holiday will be observed. Fol lowing the arrival and distribution of mail Monday morning, the general delivery window will be open from 10 until F, and regular deliveries will be made on the two R. F. D. and two city routes. Business houses of the city have agreed to remain closed over Monday and the holiday spirit will prevail
 Special Christmas Dance
 The Stake Amusement society will entertain at special Christmas dance in the L. D. s. auditorium Monday night. The best of music and numerous novelty features are promised for the evening.
 K. P Election Monday
 Election of officers for the ensuing year is slated for the meeting ot Damon Lodge No. 19, Knights oi Pythias. to be held Monday night ir the K. P. hall. Two candidates are also to be initiated in the rank oi knight
 Dance New Years Eve
 The Mesa post of the American Legion is laying special plans for 2 dance to be given on Saturday night December 31. in the K. of P. hall The affair is in the nature of bene- fit for the posts basketball team now being organized Despite in element weather and the rush O Christmas business, the posts turkey shoot on the rifle range Saturda, afternoon was a success and mum Der of good shots claimed turkey for their Christmas dinners.
 Called to Sisters Bedside
 Miss Elizabeth Sheldon of the higl school faculty left on Christmas ev' for St. Paul in response to word o the serious illness of her sister in hospital in that city.
 Southside Theaters Today
 Majestic, Mesa-Charhe Chaplin il 'The Kid.' Bray Photograph.
 Gilbert-Wallace Reid in Away Audacious.'' Western, Mother c Dreams"
 Tempe-"The Golden Snare" all star cast.
 Chandler-f'Burglar Proof" star ring Bryant Washburn. 'Bulger' animal circus.