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The Nome daily nugget., 1935-01-12

They would melt wax and then pour in some cold water, )lift the fantastic shape and project their figure on the wall. All kinds of events were thus to be foretold in the silhouettes.
 Some venturesome maiden would slip outside and stand by the gate for the first man that goes by to ask his given name, for that will be the name of the destined future husband. Then the maiden would throw her shoe out into the road and run and see which direction the toe is pointing, for that is where he liv es. Some of the more venturesome would stand under the windows and listen to the conversation going on in the neighbours house for the first phrase that will be heard will con tain certain prophecy in the life of the eavesdropper. There were many other curious customs practiced and all in fun, but all are excited and talk over this in great excitement.
 The custom of exchanging pres ents during Christmas was not gen. orally carried out. The people went in for celebrating the holidays in friendly and congenial way Great CT numbers kept open house where a razuka or an appetizing lunch was on the table for the visitors. This consisted of smoked salmon, caviar, tea and cake.
 After the carnival season was ov- CT, the usual occupation and work was resumed In those days Alaska people lived quietly, peacefully, without hurry, content and happy. There was not perceptible want, no shortage of food Every one had some sort of work to do There was the trapping, hunting for sea otters, cutting of logs for the frame houses and, when there was an opportunity,
The Nome daily nugget., 1935-01-12
By Rev. A. P. Kashevaroff

By Rev. A. P. Kashevaroff
 (Curator of the Territorial Muse um and Priest in charge of St. Nich- olas Russian Church.)
 Christmas with the Russian popu- lation in Alaska was primarily a religious festival. It was observed more as y-Day than as secu- lar holiday. It began on the eve of Christmas with religious >observanc- es. There was nothing undertaken to mar this spiritual part or to inter- fere with it. Church~services were the order of the day and were at tended by all who could leave their duties at home Some came to one service and some to another In fact, all work ceased the day before Christmas and was not resumed for over ten days.
 All these ten days were given to having a "good time''. This period between the 18th of December and the 9th of January was called "Sviat- Xxi" which means Holy Season. The housewife had worked for many days in preparation for the holiday. Bak- ing, sewing, and preparing good things to eat. The services in the church were conducted each even ing and each morning for three days. This is the custom of the Russian Church. All holidays begin the ev- ening before the day to be observed
 Between the services during the day the church bells chimed, thus reminding every one of the glad day On the evening of the third day Christmas trees were viewed and O~-~~~@---NN~
 the children's entertainments were held. The children knew nothing of Santa Claus. They learned this when the American schools were op- ened. The preparation of the Christ mas tree was a sort of rite. Nc child was admitted there until the very time when the tree was lit Then the doors were opened and the children marched in. During the first three evenings of the Christmas holiday children went from house to house singing Christmas hymns.
 There was always a star in each group, carried by one of the boys. This was a very necessary part ot the event. This star was very care fully and ingeniously made. From double hoop about four to six in- ches apart, five or six points pro- 1 jected. These points were made from the hoops coming to a point, thus forming a hollow horn. The points were covered with light col ored paper, decorated with tinsel or fringe. A candle was attached to the axel between the hoops. When
The Nome daily nugget., 1935-01-12
CHRISTMAS IN OLDEN DAYSOFTHER RUSSIAN
 REGIME IN ALASKA

the candle was lit a soft light rad lated through the points of the star. The opening in front of the two hoops was covered with picture attached to the axel. So when the star was revolved the picture re- mained stationary. The other end of the axel was held in one hand while with the other hand the star was revolved. The children were expected at every house. They were treated to cookies and sweetmeats, and often given money.
 Quite frequently the grown-ups entered into this. They also sang Christmas hymns and greeted their friends with the word "Sprazdnik- om", which means the greetings with the holidays. The grown-ups were treated little differently. Re- treatments were offered and par taken. And why not? We knew nothing fo prohibition in those days The singing of hymns was the uni versal custom throughout the Ter ritory. The people looked upon this with reverence and solemnity. It was part of the Christmas celebra- tion.
 Following the religious celebration of three days the carnival season op- ened and continued until the fourth day of January. The carnival was in the nature of a good time and merry making. The masqueraders formed groups of ten or more people going from house to house. Each group carried some sort of instru- -ment, a guitar, balalaika, accordion or mouth organ. The writer has seen one group with comb covered with tissue paper, with which the performer sang a tune. Later in the evening all these groups would meet at some big house or hall where g masquerade ball would be held.
 After the transfer of the Territory it was surprising to note how quick ly the American people learned to celebrate the Christmas festival in the Russian way. All joined in the merrymaking with the Russians.
 The custom of the merrymaking was so general throughout Alaska that it was carried on in the most remote villages. The writer has seen masquerading going on in the most isolated villages of Kodiak and Prin- ce William Sound.
 There was another curious custom toward the end of the carnival. This was the fortune telling season. The young girls were the ones who gen erally practiced this. They would get together in the evening to par ticipate on the fortune telling vigils.
The Nome daily nugget., 1935-01-12

.7F many worked for the companies then in Alaska.
 Alaskan people knew no other life and were satisfied with what they had.
The Nome daily nugget., 1935-01-12

POUNDING keys attached to rubber band, owner can claim same at the Nugget Office.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
SUSSEX POST NO. s, INC.
The American Legion
Dear Bessie:-

Dear Bessie:-
Sister Sylvia thinks it's foolish
for me to write to you when l live
so close; but l told her that she
doesn't realize how busy | am right
now. You ought to read the article
in The American Legion Monthly
about the new National Commander,
Frank Balgrano. It is written by
Peter B. Kyne. and after reading it.
I decided that the Legion was in
safe hands for another year. l am
anxious for the time when he comes
to Delaware to hear him. The nation
al head of the 40 and 8 will be in
Newark, Saturday, January 26. ac-
cOrding to the papers. There will be
a dinner and dance. Every Legion
naire and Auxiliary member may go.
Do you think you will be able to go
Jess" Carey told me the other day
that the Auxiliary had sent a Christ
mas package to every Delaware boy
that was in a government hospital
that was mighty fine.
AS ever, Helen
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18

Miss Frances Grier and Mrs. Johr
W. Livingston have returned from
a visit with Miss Mamie Grier Of
Salisbury.
Mrs. Charles Hobbs, who under
went a major operation in the Mil
lord Emergency Tospital recently, is
able to be about again.
Mrs. David Wallace, of Harris
burg, Pa, came to Milford, on Mon
day for a visit with her mother,
Mrs. William R. Aldred.
Mrs. Edward J. SaIevan was in
Washington, D. c., this week, where
she visited her brother, Emmett
McNatt, who is in the Walter Reed
Hospital for treatment.
Mrs. William j. Dickson and
daughters, Misses Agnes and Anne
D. Dickson, of Philadelphia were
guests of Mrs. Minnie r. Davies and
Misses Davies on Sunday.
-
Mrs. John w. Livingston, who has
been the guest of her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. George S. Grier for the
past three weeks will return to her
home in Buffalo. N. Y, on Monday.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
Milford Grange News

Turkey supper tonight, Jan. 18th
Milford Grange has started itf
new year with the officers .as named
last week, and the directors as fol-
lows: Davis Watson, Clarence Jes-
ter, Howard r. Moore, Jacob Roosa
and Chas. ]. HolzmuelleT.
At the meeting Of January 12th
several Of our number were reported
on the sick list. We wish for them
a speedy recovery.
Visitors were present from Green
wood Grange, and we hope to have
them come again soon. We would
like to report visitors from some
Grange every meeting this year, as
we feel alone our work is Of little
worth.
Together we are lords Of the earth
So its all for each, and its each
for all, ..
United we stand, divided we fall.
Mr.. and Mrs. Orlando Houston are
the proud parents of a new son.Mrs.
Houston is secretary of our order,
and she says the boy is a prospec-
tive patron. congregation.
The treasurer gave a very encour-
aging report Of the work done in "a.
Lecture hour in charge of Duane
Lynn. This was an open meeting
and many visitors that were not
Changers took advantage of the Op-
portunity to hear and see a pro-
gram ON cooperation. Surely there
is no vision of progress. or plan of
the most outstanding dreamer that
does not depend ON team work and
cooperation for its success. Mr..
Fitzpatrick gave a talk on What Is
the Best Thing to do If You are in
the Poultry Business?" As he was
limited as to time. the poultrymen
held a round table" discussion later
in the lower room of the hall.
Eleanor Moore and Robert Yerkes
arranged the music for the pro-
gram.
Things To Remember
Turkey supper tonight. Jan. 18th; {
30 cents, desert included.
January 19.h-Mrs. Jacob Roosa
will present program of something
instructive, amusing, constructive |
md confusing. /
February 2nd-Miss Edna Barker
3 planning a program that we will |
all milford Farm and Home
Hour"
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
Weddings
HURDLE = McILvAINE

HURDLE McILVAINE
The wedding of Miss Aleine E. Nc
Ilvaine, daughter of Mrs. Eliza M.
McIlVaine of HOllyville, Del, and
William T. Hurdle, son of Mrs. Cor
nelia ]. Hurdle of HarbesOn, Del,
took place December Goth, 1884, at
10 o'clock A. NJ. at the Presbyterian
AIanse at Lewes, by the Rev. William
Leishman. The bride, '33 graduate
of Loves High School wore a gown
OF brown chiffon velvet and costume
all to match. Miss COrnelia Hurdle.
sister Of the groom was maid of
honor, and she also wars dressed in
brown. William Prettyman acted as
best man. Upon their return from
Wilmington and Philadelphia on the
9th, they were cordially received at
the residence of Mrs. Eliza NJ. Nc
Ilvaine. where the wedding reception
took place in the midst of numerous
guests. In the near future Mr.. Hur-
die and his bride will reside on the
farm now occupied by the groom.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
6 HURT, l BADLY,
In AUTO CRASH
Lester Moore, Near LeWes, Seriously
Hurt After Mishap; Milford
Man Arrested

AS result Of an automobile ac-
cident near the Milford-RehOboth
road intersection last Saturday night
six persons were taken to the Mil
ford Emergency Hospital, and two
cars were badly damaged.
The most seriously injured was
Lester Moore. Of near Lewes. who
had severe laceratious of the scalp.
The back Of his head was badly cut
and he suffered from the shock.
The others who suffered from
shock and minor injuries were Cliff
ford, Moore, Helen Moore. Margaret
Moore, Madeleine Wells and Vir-
ginia Phillips. of near Lewes. All
but Lester Moore have been dis
charged from the hospital.
The car, driven by Lester MOoret
was going north when, it is stated.
that a car operated by william
Rider, of Milford. left garage
along the highway. As Riders car
turned on the highway it was struck
by the nOrthbound automobile.
1t is said that Moore. in endeav-
Oring to shun the Milford car. lost
control OF his machine. The car
turned over and was badly damaged.
The occupants of MoOre's car were
taken to the hospital by Rider.
Rider was arrested by Officers
Hall and Jones. of the State Police
and was placed under $500 bond by
Justice of the Peace w. E. Lank, of
pending the outcome of the
accident.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
WHEAT CHECKS FOR
CONTRACT SIGNERE (
TCoatinned 20 90 Paall

L6N"eAN@f0 lFe0 N1A N1Nel III
corrected before final acceptance by
the. Wheat lSeetiOnA in. lNas1tngtOn,
and these corrections have delayed
the issuing Of the benefit payment
checks. Although most Of these err
TOrs we're of minor Importance, they
required attention by the local
wheat association i'm order that the
compliance certificates could be re-
turned to the Federal government
for approval. Most of the correc-
tions which had to be made Included
the securing of original signatures
of producers and landlords, infOr-
nation relative to the use Of COM
mercial fertilizer for the 1884 crop,
and certificates showing the trans
fer of either the landlord or tenant
on those farms under contract.
With the exception of two certifi-
Gates, which are being retained
awaiting The signatures of prOdUc-
eTs, the corrections on all the other
certificates have been checked over
and the papers we're forwarded last
November and December to the
Rental and Benefit Audit Section of
the treasury department IN wash
ington for payment.
Within the past few months many
of the wheat contract signeFs in
these two counties who have not re-
ceiYed their checks have made in
quiry concerning them at the ,coun-
ty extension Office, but these re-
quests cannot be taken care Of until
the checks are received from the Of
fee in Washington Wheat checks,
however, are coming through for dis
tribution every week or ten days and
the allotment committee and Ofi-
GERS of the Kent and Sussex County
Wheat. Production Control Associa-
tion are making every possible ef-
fort to complete this phase OF the
wheat reduction program for 1894.
On Monday and Tuesday OF this
week several wheat checks we're dis
tributed from the county extension
Office in Dover, and from the office
Of Hervey p Hall lin Smyrna and
the Peoples Bank in Harrington.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
SUSSEX PARENT-TEACHER
ASSOCIATIONS ARE ACTIVE

At the December meetings of Par
ent-Teacher Associations, Christmas
was the theme in song and story. A
musical playlet, christmas in the
Court of King Cole" was given at
HoIlymount and Lincoln. Midway
and Glendale also had entertain
ments by the children. In LeWes,
the school chorus served as a back
ground or choir for the singing of
carols by the audience. The parents
and teachers each gave a short
play.
With the coming of the new year.
the associations are all turning their
attention to Adult Education Glass
es. This form Of activity is cOnsid-
cred so important that in Lewes, it
was the topic for the January meet
ing of the P. T. A. Mr.. Kennan, su-
perintendent of Georgetown schools,
was. the speaker of the evening. He
mentioned the wonderful Opportuni-
ties these classes offer the young
people just out of school and not yet
employed He paid tribute to Miss
Marguerite Burnett who has devPl-
Oped Adult Education in Delaware
until It is the enevy of the whole
United States.
Rehoboth enjoyed song-fest and
fathers night at the first meeting of
the new year. Besides three adult
education classes. the P. T. A. Is
sponsoring recreational activities
for children at the school one even
ing week. Knitting, bridge. cook
ing, and games are enjoyed in a
wholesome atmosphere under su-
pervisionS
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
CLIFTON'S CORNER
Near LeWes)

Granville Bryan was painfully
injured last Monday. when a heavy
piece of lumber he was loading on
his wagon, fell across his legs, pin
ming him down. so that his assist
ant had difficulty in extracting him.
Wesley Clifton helped him to get
home, but he has been unable to
work this week.
Mrs. Billy Clifton and daughter
have been victims of bad colds.
which have placed them as invalids
at home this week.
The father of Mrs. Jennie P. King
who makes his home with her, is
under medical care at the present
time
There is a quiet after the hustle
OF the holidays, and the young folks
seem to have run out OF amusements
so remain at home these colder
nights.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
PERSONALS

Mr.. and Mrs. C. D. Holzmueller
and children went to Montgomery
w. Va, on Thursday. They win be
the guests Of Mr.. and Mrs. P. v.
MacKay.
Mr.. and Mrs. Theodore Hazard OF
Milford became the proud parents OF
a fine baby girl on Sunday, January
6. This little miss has been named
Doris Louise.
Mr.. and Mrs. Elijah Niblett an
nounce the engagement Of their
daughter, Edith Niblett, to Richard
Watson, son Of Mrs. Herbert Watson
of Philadelphia.
Mrs. John R. Gillespie, who has
been in LansdOwne, Pa.,t with Mr..
and Mrs. James c. Jensen, since be-
fore the holidays, returned to Mil
ford on Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Marvel and
son Charles, Jr., of Chester, Pa, and
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Carpenter and
Miss Mary Carpenter Of Philadelphia,
were dinner guests on January 18th
OF Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Carpenter
and family.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
Local And State NeuUs

Start house blooming plants now.
Bank dividends declared this
month.
Something for nothing, will not
continue long-get doing some
thing.
There will be turkey supper at
Grange Hall Friday evening, jan
uary 18th, beginning at $50.
Interest has been reduced on saw
ings fund accounts in banks to
21s% beginning February l, 1885.
/ You are urged to lend your sup
port to the Auxiliary card party next
Tuesday, Jan. 22nd. Buy your ticket
whether you can 90 or not.
A surprise party was given Sat
urday evening, January 12, in honor
of Mrs. Russell Robbins birthday,
by her friends and relatives.
Don't forget the Hospital card
party next Tuesday at p. m. in
the Nurses Home. Refreshments,
and a pleasant evening all for 35
cents. ....... .....-. ..
Tonight is the time, and ArmOTy
Hall is the place, for holding the
citizens nominating meeting for the
annual election in Milford next
Monday afternoon.
Remove all autos from Walnut
street in Milford as a parking place,
and make Milford the most attrac-
tive business section of any penin-
sula town or city. II can be done at
very little expense if done in 1885.
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The Ladies' Aid of Avenue Meth /
odist Episcopal Church is planning
a supper in the Chapel Friday, Jan. !
25th. A delicious menu is to be
served and the price is 35 cents. |
Will you come and bring your |
friends??
The ladies of MillwOOd will hold |
a bake at Joseph Adams store Sat- |
urday. Jan. Goth. Cakes. pies. home
HduS ioiLS' uOubHuulS' uTeSSeu CulC-
kens, potato salad and soup will be
On sale. Special orders will be filled
by phOning 62s r 81 before that date. :
Fill in the lowland along the Mis-
pillion from the new bridge to the
phosphate works, to East Front
street. and make a parking yard of
several acres, for automobiles.
There is a place for real construc-
tive comfort for the public in Mil
ford.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
Century Club Notes

Mrs. Minnie r. Davis was chair
man of a short study of England at
the Milford New Century Club on
Monday. A business meeting pre-
ceded the program. DR.. NJ. Dalema
Draper spoke on Westminster Abbey,
the resting place of England's noted,
and the background for all the regal
splendOr of weddings and corona
tiOns of the English nobility. DIR.
Draper also told Of the Norman
style of architecture and spoke of
It as probably the oldest and the
most famous structure in the world.
Several short English poems were
read by Mrs. Harry H. Brakeley, one
being by the present poet laureate,
John Mansfield. The Fairies Song"
from Midsummer Nights Dream
was sung by eleven girls from the
fourth grade. with Miss Frances
O'Brien directing. Mrs. Davies said
an English program would not be
complete without something being
said about the language. it being the
mother tongue, which she gave, cit
ing incidents where it had been
Americanized. Then followed an
English "quiz" with the members
taking part.
Next week will be the world In
Music" with Mrs. Walter Barrett and
Mrs. Edward Hurley arranging the
program. Il promises to be an af-
tenOon OF delightful entertainment.
All members should be present.
Tie following week will be Pub
lie Welfare. with Mrs. William Mar
shall. Jr.. as chairman. 1t will be
an open day with general invita-
tiOn to all.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18
HOME DEMONSTRATION GROUPS
HOLD ANNUAL MEETINGS

Annual meetings Of extension
groups are being held this month
with election of officers and program
planning for the year. Several of the
clubs plan a covered dish luncheon
to precede their business session.
Elections held this past week we're:
ViOla-President, Mrs. George
White; vice president. Mrs. Frances
Ougheltree; secretary, Mrs. James
Raughley; treasurer, Mrs. Arthur
Jones; health chairman, Mrs. Wes-
ley Eyers; program chairman, Mrs.
Houston Short, Mrs. Ed. Todd, Mrs.
Elwood FARRELL.
Pennington President, Mrs.
Clara Hall; vice president, Mrs. Ar
thur Layton; secretary, Miss Alice
Fisher; treasurer, Mrs. E.. W. Rus
sell; health chairman, Mrs. Arthur
Layton; food chairman, Mrs. Frank
SOuders; program and recreation
chairman. Mrs. Willis Laughery,
Miss Madeline SOudeFs.
FELTON, - President, Mrs. Alfred
Dill; vice president, Mrs. Herman
Bradley; secretary-treasurer, Miss
Elma Eaton; council member. Mrs.
H. o. Bostick.
CanteTbury-President, Mrs. Vir-
gil Frazier; vice president, Mrs. Ed
ma Stubbs; secretary-treasurer, Miss
Clara Rentz; health chairman, Mrs.
Lewis Wright; program chairman,
Mrs. E. H. Richter; council. mem-
Der, Mrs. Virgil Frazier.
Andrewville-President, Mrs. Earl
Griffith; vice president, Mrs. Nor
man Butler; secretary-treasurer,
Mrs. Frank Taylor; health chairman,
Mrs. George Vincent, Mrs. George
Cannon.
Milford chronicle., 1935-01-18

/ st. Valentine Day, February IA.
Trapping muskrats in Delaware
will end March 1, 1885.
The Rotary Club of Milford had
as guest speaker, Superintendent Hi
V. Holloway, last Monday noon. e
- NJ
Don't wait for help, or charity,
start to get going yourself at some
kind of job to get things for your
SELF
Don't forget the turkey supper
with all its fixings at Grange Hall,
Friday evening, January 18th, at $50
o'clock.
The Auxiliary of the Milford
Emergency Hospital will hold a card
party Tuesday evening, Jan. 22nd. IN
the Nurses Home. Tickets 35c.
The MilIwood Ladies Aid will
meet at the hall this Friday night,
January 1S. A good attendance is de-
sired as this is the month for the
election of officers.
81
Free auto parking with supervis-
ion by public department, under
direction of the City of Milford, must
be provided. Now is the time and
the place is available without great
cost to the town. Do it now.
Yes, prosperity has started things
in MilfOrd-twO stores have been
turned into one store room for the
American Stores on North Walnut
street. Milford. needs larger stores.
Display windows are already here =
it's store room that is needed 10 ac-
cOinmOdate the public.
The unfortunate patients at Farm
hurst State Hospital. are a sacred
charge for the people of Delaware
to care for; the cost is much, but it
has got to be continued. The Legis-
lature has duty to perform for the
State which means adequate accom-
modations as well as proper medical
care, and it costs money that must
be had, regardless Of treasury con-
ditiOns.
Plan now what kind of vegetables
to plant in your garden this spring;
plan where to locate the place;
where most convenient and cover
the ground with we'll rotted manure,
and get the plowing done early as
possible in March. If done with good
judgment and carefully worked dur
ing the growing season your cost Of
living will he more than halg deriv-
ed from that garden. Do it now.