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Swannanoa School Scoops Prepared by the Students of Swannanoa Schools —Marketing of farm products gso far this year have been run ning 4 to 5 per cent higher than |in 1951. BUCHANAN 5 & 10c & DEPT. STORE Swannanoa FROM ONE TO EIGHT Christmas Christmas Day is a day that commemorates the birth of Christ. Christmas dates only from the 4th century, although there are earlier references to the celebra tion of the feast in some places. The festival of Sol, the unconquer able sun god, which the Romans celebrated late in December, was adopted by the Church as the greatest feast of the year in honor of the birth of Christ, the light of the world. The exact date of Christ’s birth is not known and for a time various dates were chosen for this feast, but in the 4th century December 25 was generally adopted. The name Christmas comes from Christ’s Mass, the mass said in honor of his birth. The Christmas tree was first used in Germany as early as 1605. According to an old tradition its burning candles represent the flowers supposed to bloom on Christmas. The use of mistletoe comes down from the Druids to whom it was a sacred plant. Each country has its equivalent of our Santa Claus whose name comes from the Dutch for St. Nicholas, a kindly Bishop of the 4th century. Louise Burch, 6 B-l 6 B-3's Christmas Program Friday, Dec. 19, Mrs. O’Barr’s sixth grade class had a Christmas party. The following program, ar ranged by Gail Lee, Mackie Mc Peters, David Burgess, and Mary Elizabeth Carter, was presented: I Luke 2:8-16, Elizabeth Vaught; Eleen Sims and Carolyn Mills, “While Shepherds Watch Their Flock by Night.” II. “The First The spirit of the season strengthens * our bonds of mutual friendship HARRISON FURNITURE STORE I “There’s No Comparison When You Trade With Harrison” Next To Harrison & Co. Swannanoa, N. C. I Noel” by Carolyn Mills and Eleen Sims. A Christmas poem, Perry Buckner. III. “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear”, Judy Pruitt and Judy Books, Eleen Sims and Car olyn Mills. IV. A poem “Hang Up the Baby Stocking”, Betty Patton. V. A song “I Saw Mama Kissing Santa Claus”, Helene Nichols. All sang “Rudolph”, “Silent Night”, “I Heard the Bells On Christmas Day”, “0 Come All Ye Faithful”, and “Hark the Herald Angels Sing.” VII. Christmas prayer by David Young. After the program, gifts were exchanged, re freshments were served, games were played and more songs were sung. The party was greatly en joyed by all. Mary Elizabeth Carter Mrs. O’Barr’s 6 B-3 has been very happy to have Mary Eliza beth Carter as a classmate for four months. They are very sor ry that she is going back home to Jacksonville, Fla. The class bought her a going-away gift. The class will miss her very much and wishes she could stay with us. By Carolyn Mills and Helene Nichols 7 B-l Wise Cracks Mrs. Croy, waiting for David A. to pay attention, said in rhyme: David A. must stop winking. Instead start thinking. John S. (about Mary N. who never runs down): “Mary N. must stop talking; and start to Morganton walking.” 7 B-l Christmas Program 1. The Christmas Story, Shirley Bell. 2. The story of the Writer of the Night Before Christmas, Dorothy Hodge. 3. The Night Be fore Christmas, David Alexander. 4. An Original Christmas Poem, Joann Surrett. 5. Safety Rules for Christmas, David Cooke. After the program we enjoyed refreshments of Christmas goodies wrought by the class and grade mothers. 7 B-3 Christmas Program A lighted tree, carols, a jolly Santa and bright holly express the good cheer of Christmas. These are some of our Christmas sym bols, and their origin was dis cussed by members of our class at the Christmas program in our room. Following this was a choral reading from Dicken’s Christmas Carol. Tommy McPeters took the part of Ebenezer Scrooge. As signed members of the class made up the other solo parts and chorus. Original poems, stories, jingles, games and songs were also in cluded. After the program we had our treat and exchange of gifts. Everyone certainly had a good time. Christmas (Original Poem) Christmas is the time of year, When there is always joy and cheer, Sweet are the Christmas carols we hear, Which make sthe Christ Chill feel so near. It makes us think of long ago, Of a star in the East that did glow, That guided the Wise Men to the Holy Child, To a manger we think so sweet and mild. So Christmas is not really For gifts and presents frilly, But for the three meaning Of the Christ Child sweet and Redeeming. Carolyn Magnant, Mrs. Hipp’s 7 B-3. 8 B-l Christmas Plans The customary Christmas party with all the display and excite ment was planned in 8 B-l. Jackie Watkins brought a tree which was decorated with an angel, stars and “candy” canes all made from paper by members of the class. A few lights and silver circles provided glamor and glitter. LORMAY'S DEPT. STORE Black Mou.itain Why We Believe In Christmas Christmas is a time of the year when people are happy and gay. They give gifts to their loved ones. The child ro.n haPPy, because they are looking for Santa Claus and a- , le will bring them. People have always believed in Christmas ever since Jesus was born long ago. This is the most important thing that makes people believe in Christmas •Jesus brought gladness to many hearts the night He was born. Many people came to worship Him and" to see the dream of the Prophets come true. We should all be glad that we have this wonderful time of the year to give gifts and to show our love for other people and to give a little more love to the One that made it possible. Joyce Weatherly, 12th grade. 2i2<3«2}2J3J2,i3}3S3J3J3i2<l3ia23333J3i!3a2<3J3J2J A Christmas -GREETING Let’s not cross CHRIST out of Christmas. It is a fine thing that we can pause in our school work and in our other occupations and profes sions long enough to observe the “Spirit of Christmas.” And in do ing so let us think of the WHOLE spirit of Christmas, not just the giving and receiving of presents. When Christ came into the world it was to exemplify and make liv ing and real the spirit of “Peace on Earth, good will toward men.” The practice of brotherly love and of the Golden Rule were shown to be a necessary part of our ex alting and honoring our Father and His teachings. May we at this Christmas season stop long enough in our RUSH that we will remember the real original “Spirit of Christmas” and not cross CHRIST out of (X-mas). E. N. Howell, principal. As usual, Mrs. Sawyer prom ised as her part of the party, plenty of her delicious, decorated cup cakes, but, this group of stu dents more ambitious or hungr ier than the average, wanted real fruit cake also. When several members contributed nuts and crystalized fruits, Mrs. Sawyer obliged them by making three dozen real fruit cakes in cups. Other refreshments, fruits and drinks were provided by class members. Names had been drawn, so there was an exchange of gifts. Other features of the program were songs, games and a play, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” written by Barbara Barnes, and produced by the girls of the class with Fran ces Morgan, Nancy Blankenship, Barbara Barnes, Dorothy Johnson, Marie Wright, Phyliss Pruette, Lois Gregg, Annette Meeks, and Jean Huntley all taking part. It’s the week before Christmas And in the whole room The season’s decorations have burst into bloom. Poinsettas, candles, stars, red candy canes, Snow scenes, Old Santa, and sled traveled lanes. A big pile of packages, white, red or green, Awaiting the party to be opened and seen. The children, though settled all snug in their seats, Have heads full of presents, fruit cakes, and sweets. Old customs, traditions, and songs we recall, And holiday spirit enlivens us all. H. M. S. 8 B-3 Our Christmas tree was brought in Tuesday morning and decorated. We had our Christmas party Friday morning. Refresh ments were served and presents were given out. The boys and girls made bells, candy canes, and stars which gave us the Christ mas spirit. In English class, we have told Christmas stories and studied origins of Christmas carols. Margaret Woody, reporter. I 1 Ifulelide! A bountiful, merry Christmas to one and all. THE BAND BOX “For Becoming Clothes You’ll Be Coming To The Band Box” Next To Post Office Black Mountain Down The Hall 11 B-l Plans Party Wow! Christmas is almost here and we sure had fun in school this week. We didn’t work very hard and Mr. Howell provided lots of entertainment for us. Then Fri day we (11 B-l) had a swell party. We drew names and we exchanged gifts Friday after 2nd period un til 12 noon. Willie Mae, Wilma, Betty Anne, and Barbara planned the party as all the boys agreed for them to. Each student brought 25 cents to help provide the refreshments. I’m sure we all had lots of fun. News of 11 B-2 11 B-2 had a very nice Christ mas party in Mrs. Freeman’s room Friday, Dec. 19. Shirley McClure had the devotionals, followed by carol singing by the whole class. Gifts were exchanged and refresh ments were served to the follow ing members of the class: Boyce Bartlett, Jimmy Vess, Evan Pow ell, Lawrence Wood, Don Lucka doo, Dean Wilkerson, Joe Jones, Walter Rainwater, WaPer Mc Craw, Tommy Stevens, Ray Sut tles, Bobby Rogers, J. C. Wright, David Young, Dorothy Byas, Mary Jo Cooke, Betty Creasman, Louise Gragg, Jacqueline Harper, Phyllis Hutchins. Shirley McClure, Jo Mary Mclnturff, Jackie Netherton, Carolyn Porter, Mary Ellen Sims, Joyce Stuart, Peggy Yow, and Mrs. Freeman. Jo Mary Mclnturff 10 B-1 Pleased Our class held its annual Christmas party Friday, Dec. 19, with 37 members present. We had a beautiful Christmas tree which was brought by Roy Burleson and Richard Campfield. The Christmas tree committee con sisted of Beverly Craig, Jacqueline McMahan and Reba Lewis. The refreshments were served by the refreshment committee, who were Stanley Gregory, George Thompson, Dottie Burnette, Barb ara Harding, Ina Smith, Mary Fane Weatherly and Peggy Ed monds. The social committee, who planned the games, consisted of Barbara Harding, Mary Fane THE WASH’N SHOP SELF-SERVICE LAUNDRY Now On Highway 70 Swannanoa, N. C. Weatherly and Martha Mahaffey. When the gifts were given out, some were pleased and some were surprised. Everyone had a good ‘ime and 10 B-l would like to wish everyone a very Merry Chris'mas. We all hope that Ned Greene, who is in the hospital with ap pendicitis, will be able to be home for Christmas. 10 B-2 Homeroom News The 10 B-2 homeroom of Mr. 5 *€*S!«!e»€!€,-g’g!€t€!€!geg>e(g<e!g!gtgig’4;tgtg' Ilornaday had its Christmas party on Friday. Games were played, then Christmas carols were sung. Presents were exchanged and a nice gift was given to Mr. Horna day by the class. Afterwards sand wiches, punch, ice cream, nuts, do nuts, candy and potato chips were served. A good time was had by all. Sara Dillingham, a member of our class, is convalescing. We hope she will soon be back with us. F. H. A. The Swannanoa chapter of the F.H.A. planned a big Christmas party Dec. 19 at 7:30, at the new Club House in Grovement. Some of the girls invited guests. 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And, when the feasting and fun have ended, he is still there to ease the task of cleaning up. Still at your service when the evening conversation yawns to a close and the Holiday is over. Reddy, the silent servant, is truly a remarkable fellow and he wishes you and yours a very, Merry Christmas. * (CAROLINA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY*)
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