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Mr. and Mrs. Marion Gatlin 515 N. Fulton Street legend of the poor shoemaker and his candle Here is an appealing story that focuses on Man's old friend, the can dle. Back in the Middle Ages, any light, no matter how fragile, was much prized, and a candle, though perhaps common to us, was a possession of great value. A shoemaker lived in a cottage on the edge of a village, near the dark woods. Although a poor man, he placed his candle in the window each night to guide travelers. Despite wars, hardships and ill ness, by some miracle, some mysterious grace, his light never wavered. This inspired the vil lagers and during the Christmas season most of them placed a candle in their windows. The cus tom grew and became universal. easnns (greetings FROM ALL OF US TO ALL OF YOU, THOUGH IT'S BEEN SAID OFTEN BEFORE, COMES A WISH THAT'S OLD YET EVER NEW ? "MERRY CHRISTMAS, FRIENDS . . . MANY, MANY MORE!" Best Wishes for a Heart warming Holiday! The Record Room Sincere good wishes to you, our good friends and customers, this very joyous season. Teal Oil Company
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