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About Medford mail tribune. (Medford, Or.) 1909-1989 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 28, 1963)
MEDFOKD MAIL 1K1BUNE. MhDKOKD, OREGON THUHhUAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1963 Custom of Singing Christmas Carols Is Being Revived ' PPL. -IJ i -.,.. The old custom of Christmas carol sings, so popular in Euro pean countries in the Middle Ages, is being revived by music-loving Americans. And what nicer way to mark the holiday than by gathering a few friends for group singing of the beloved old carols, with eggnog and fruit cake to fol low? In olden limes people sang to the accompaniment of flutes and fiddles, but today the LP record has become a fav ored accompaniment. . Recognizing this trend, RCA Victor has introduced a "Vic trola" with a "Sing Along" microphone for just such oc casions. This is a deluxe port able model for stereo as well as mono, and could be used for carol singing in the schools and for other large groups as well as tor nome use. Old Dance Tunes Did you know the Christmas carol grew out of old dance tunes? Centuries ago a round : dance known as the "chores," j me tiaiin wora ior round, or "charalues," the French word for "flutist," was the most pop ular form of entertainment with the light - hearted people of France, especially on holi days and feast days. Later the "chorea" became popular in England as well and the music was always an important part of the dance. Other forms of dancing and entertainment replaced t h e round dance but the music gained rather than lost in pop ularity. Even today French music is still rich in refrains of these old songs, which grad ually became a special part of the Christmas observance. Meanwhile, the French word "charalues" had become the Good English word, "carol" and the English had adopted the round dance and the music with it. In England as in France, the round dance was replaced by other forms of dancing but the old tunes remained popular and were adapted to new verses and sung at Christmas time. Featured Part Christmas hymns had been sung in the churches of Eng land since the Fourth Century and later the religious play became a featured part of the Yuletide observance. Religious folk songs were interpolated in the plays and songs of wassail ing and feastine vied with those about shepherds, angels aim uie magi ai unnstmas.. Translations of Latin sonas that had come down from pagan times were put into the vernacular and little by little the Christmas carol as we know it today evolved from these songs. that will be sent and received this Christmas will live longer, healthier lives if a few simple tips on house plant care are observed. Make sure gift plants are professionally grown and kept in porous red clay flower pots. Most top growers provide your local florists with holiday plants in clay containers to in sum quality plants. Clay pots dissipate excess water and LEATHER HANDBAG Fashion is at hand when your Christmas 'cacti out narmtul salts in uie gift is a lovely leather handbag. Left, travel pouch in a brown sou. grained leather, self-leather handles and strap. Lower right, Don't over-water. H o r t i grained briarwood leather shoulder bag with gold-colored frame j cultural experts say that over and ou'tside pocket. Upper right, smooth leather satchel. Left to watering is a leading reason right: By Lesbo Lona, Murray Kruger (above), Roger Van S. j for premature fading of noli- Simple Tips Given For Care of Plants c n The millions of house plants day gift plants. One simple rule of green thumb gardening is to give your Christmas plant the "thumb test, himply touch the top soil of the plant and if it's dry, water it. Use Warm Water Use warm water. The more delicate Christmas plants react poorly to the shock of cold water. Over-heating is a hazard. Keep plants away from radia tors and other heat sources. Porous clay containers will help your gift plants tolerate the heat by keeping root struc tures 10 to 15 degrees cooler than non-porous containers. Professional care instruc tions are important. Ask your florist for detailed watering and lighting instructions. When you give a holiday plant send along a personalized note sug gesting the proper care for each type of Christmas plant. The popular poinsettia, for instance, will probably have to be watered from the surface, since they're Usually bedecked with foil paper and ribbons. If your plant is clay-potted, ex cess moisture will be absorbed through the porous walls of the clay container. This is especially important in caring for poinsettias as they like to be kept on the dry side and drainage must be adequate. These brilliant Christmas plants thrive on warmth and humidity and should be kept away from extremes of temperature cold drafts, hot radiators, etc. Azaleas too, are always appro- p r i a t e for Christmas giving. They will blossom longer if kept out ot direct sunlight in a cool room and away from radiators and other direct heat. . A bright and festive Christmas plant, whether a kalanchoe or a Jerusalem cherry, a compact chrysanthemum or begonia, an azalea or traditional poinsettia, will make a lasting gift or a welcomed addition to your own home, if you have a little thought for its care. "mn 5 jT Tim7 i BRIGHT IDEA Give the fam ily and yourself a color televi sion set for Christmas. It's a gift that keeps on giving for years and now they're priced within most budgets. RCA Victor "Radnor" Consolette NOW OPEN EVERY NIGHT UNTIL CHRISTMAS! Albany Files Suit For City Property ALBANY (UPI) A suit on. file in Linn County Circuit Court : by the City of Albany names the federal government, the State Tax Commission, James P. Howard, J. Francyl Howard and others as defendants. The city claimed it has sole : ownership to about 150 lots in Uie Rogersdale Addition because of unpaid- improvement liens. The city asked to be adjudged the lawful owner ot tne pre . mises. Rogersdale Addition is being ; sought by Corvallis real estate men who plan to erect a sud division, including shopping cen ters, parks and other improvements. J. Francyl Howard is the, weekly newspaper publisher I who led the successful fight for ; referral of the legislature s in come tax bill. tsil """"1 L A . ii i i i iifci umifni I AUTOMATIC A unique gift ana tne most convenient way to have lovely Christmas stereo music playing for up to 15 hours without human intervention. This revolutionary music-play ing system automatically chang- es up to 20 sound tape cart ridges. Recorder-Player by Re vere IN FOLDING CASE - For trav- el or to use at home the toothbrush is operated by tran sistor-type, long life cadmium batteries that are recharged when not in use. The unit comes In a folding case complete with four brushes. By Westinghouse Say Merry Christmas rrf - . Ju m i . 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GIFT PACKET DRESS SOCKS 3 p" 2 Reinforced at heel and toe for greater wear. 3 pair In a package, The perfect gift for him on Christmas or any time of the year to wear. MEN'S UNLINED LEATHER GLOVES Seart Low Price 3 49 They fit like gloves, no sagging. Soft capebkin, 110-lb. Combination Barbell, Dumbbell Sets Reduced lo Complete outfit with Interlocking weights that won't spin, shift or rattle. Makes each lift easier. Chrome-plated knurled revolving sleeve. Body building Instruction booklet included. Sizes 5-9 Women's "Fuzzy Wuzzy" Bootie Regular 5.49- JI 22 SAVE 1.27 Fuizy Wuziy Booties in genuine long-hair shaggy shearl ing lamb that gives you coiy warmth. Delightfully soft, and light when you walk on the soft padded sole. It's like skimming along on a cloud. Plaids! Solids! Prints An Exciting Gift Assortment 299 Mm alive! Where but at Sears could you find tuch outstanding quality and styling priced so incredibly low. These rugged beauties will be snapped up by the armful so do your shopping early, Sizes small to extra large. Buy Now -and Save at Soars. 12 INCH Tammy Doll REDUCED 1 Tammy is a doll. She stands 12 in. high. Creat ed In the image of today's teenager from the lop of her hair lo the tip of her toes. CHARGE IT on Sears Revolving Charge Account! Shop at Sears and Save Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back SEARS SOI E. JACKSON BLVD. 773-6661 FREE PARKING OPEN MONDAY THRU SATURDAY 9:30 A.M. to 9 P.M. 'TIL CHRISTMAS 1
