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About The Hood River glacier. (Hood River, Or.) 1889-1933 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 15, 1910)
HOOD RIVEB GLACIER, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1910 ARTHUR D. MOB, Publisher. NabaeriptloB, tl.50 Per Year. SAOTAICLAL'S. Christmas day belongs to the child ren and Santa Claus also belongs to them. To them he embodies generos ity, kindness and merriment. He is the gift bringer. He so dominates the day that thoughtful mothers have won dered whether it is well to dwell too strongly upon his charms. They have been alarmed that his coming down the chimney or Btove pipe may crowd from the minds of the younger genera tion of this big world the higher mean ing of the day;, that the child Christ whose coming it commemorates might be excluded. It may seem odd enough that the erisrinal Santa Claus the saint from whom the children derive their won. derful yet Christmas gift-maker was not at first associated with the Christmas day Even now tit. Nicho las day is observed in some foreign countries on the saints own day, De cember 6. It is on that day according to their merits that he brings them gift or a stick. St. Nicholas day, like that of other saints, is not his birhtday, save in the sense that it was the day when he was born into heavenly life. The real St Nicholas, from whom our Santa Claus, the patron saint of Russia, who has a great many churches named after him, lived and performed acts of kindness in the fourth century ; died and was trans ported to Paradise, December 6, 343, He was buried at Bar!, Italy, and the day is kept as a holy day. It grew to be the custom of little child ren, whose special patron he was, to place their shoes and stockings near a chimney on the eve of St. Nicholas day, always confident that he would not overlook them. The next morn ing these receptacles never were found empty of the things dear to children's hearts and they firmly belived that the good St. Nicholas bad brought them during the night. In the convents where young maidens were educated ilk stockings were' kept for this spe cial occasion and were hung on the door of the abbess with little notes in forming the saint of the special things each girl wanted. And lo, miracle of miracles, in the morning their requests had been answered. It is to be hoped that Hood River boys and girls will find their shoes and stockings well filled Christmas morn Ing through the generosity of Santa Claus, whom they call St. Nicholas in Christmas songs and stories, though the more familiar name of Santa Claus is oftener on their ruby lips. In Austria for many generations St. Nicholas procession was an import ant festival. The line of march was composed of men and boys, some dressed as angelB, others the opposite. On the eve of December 6, this pro cession passed from house to house. VISIT ORCHARDS OF PAJARO VALLEY The children in each home were cate chised as to their goodness and bad ness. If they had been good the angels rewarded them, if otherwise they were left crying without gifts. The legend on which the good saints' gift-making disposition is based, is this: A poor man at the time of St. Nicholas had three daughters to whom he could give no one in marriage. St. Nicholas wished to relieve them of their poverty. So he hit the trail for the poor citizen's place of abode se cretly one night and threw three large sacks of gold into tho window, one for each maiden. The legend does not state whether the maidens caught a husband or not, but evidently they did, If there were any counts or dukes in the neighborhood at the time. Be cause of this generosity St. Nicholas became the gift-bringcr of his time, also the patron saint of the maidens of the universe. St. Nicholas, in his early days, con fined himself to shoes and stockings exclusively for receptacles for his gifts, but Santa Claus is more mod ern and up-to-date and doesn't seem to care whether he deposits his gifs in an old sock with a hole in the toe, or the family wash tub, or suspended from an illuminated tree. The tree as a kift-bcarer is not a modern idea. It is older than St. Nicholas or even Christmas day itself. In the day of creation it was known, was coeval with old man Adam and wife, Eve, for did it not bear the fruit of all knowledge, of which they ate? The Egyptians used a palm as a gift-bearing tree. In Rome a fir tree was used all same Hood River. An other legend : The thunder oak, sacred to the cruel god Thor, .crowned by a lonely snow clad mountain. Beneath it a fire was kindled near an altar surrounded by white-robed warriors bold, who waited to see a little child die under the hammer blow given by the high priest. Then came Boniface, bearing his cross, symbol of a better religion which was to overcome that of the deadly hammer. Felling the old oaken tree under which the cruel religion were held in cold and quiet, he bade tho people to take from tho mountain a tir tree and bear it to the chieftain's tabernacle where they could celebrate in peace and love the birth-night of the white Christ who came to save, and not to sacrifice little children,- so you see the Oregon fir is still the lead ng Christmas tree. The mumming of the olden days ; the gay pranks of the Lord of Misrule ; the bearing with rejoicing and caroll ing the great Yule loir; the decking of church, schoolhouse and home with green fir; the superstitious mistletoe; the wassail ,bowl and mince pies and plum puddings and country sausage; all the quaint old customs can be traced back to ancient times. At Christmas there has si ways been a feeling that distinction of class should be forgotten and only the fact of a common humanity be remembered. Wish you all a merry Christmas. copy which of has the the We are in receipt of a Watsonville Reigster following: Chas. Hall, president of the Com mercial Club of Hood River, Oregon and E. C. Smith, accompanied by their wives, were in this city yesterday for a short stop on their way to Los An gelcs, where they expect to remain several weeks. They are making the trip in Mr. Hall s auto and were ae companied around the loop by Sucre- tary C. G. Redman of the Commercial League. "Both Mr. Hall and Mr. Smith were delightfully surprised with the Pajaro valley, and especially interested apples, as the Hood River valley has lately been forging to the front as an apple producing region and is taking a high rank in eastern markets, ' "You have one of the nicest and best little cities we have seen,' said Mr. Smith, 'and your vast acreage of apples reminds me of our home country. Of course, as you people here ship nearly seven times the amount of apples than do the Hood River people, we cannot compare with you in size. Both jrentlemen wore on tne lapel of their coats the neat and appropriate pin designating a member oi their commercial club. On the pin are two colored apples, one a Newtown rippin and the other a bpitzenburg, designat ing the two varieties the northern people specialize in raisinir. "They were full of praise regarding their association plan of handling their fruit and stated that through their method the value of the fruit in the eastern market has been made at an averaee of from i2 to $2. CO per box 'The party lelt last evening tor Santa Cruz but will return today and resume the journey south "You mighthave a few goldfish in the conservatory," said the decorative expert "Very well," replied Mrs. Cuuirox. Hut be sure they're the finest quali ty; nothing less than eighteen carat" -nttsburg Press. To My Beat Girl. Tilts life U a burden and weary the day When you are not near me to brighten the way. I never am happy unlets you are nigh, Rut Dleaee Keen your hatpin from out of my eye. No Hatter Where You Look you will not find an establishment better able to please you than this one when it comes to tailoring earments. also cleaning, pressing and dveintr. We cater to ladies guarantee to give tion. and gentlemen and all entire satisfac Gray'sTailorJShop Eliot Block Phone 342L HOOD RIVER, ORE. CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY December 22, 4:30 p.m. KINDERGARTEN ROOM Children between 4 ami 7 years are in vited. Under the auspices of KINDERGARTEN MOTHER'S CLUB with direction ol MISS STICKNEY Oakdale Greenhouse Kor Fall nlantimi we have a choice collection of 2 year Roses, one, two ami lour year Peonies. Bulbs in plenty such as Hyacinth. Narcissi, Daffodils, Karly ami Late lulips.sonie very choice ines, Shrubs, Ornamental Trees. A full line I (ireenhouse riants. Phone 1II72-M. FLETCHER & FLETCHER, Rout. I 1-ost K.astcrn Hlar pin, Nunday, between uonai cnuren huh i,. ts. Tarn. the ronuri'KH beav al Tails reed more. Lost-betwecn Helninnt end Stewart's hard lire atore. one Calumet. Return to Slew. ct's Hardware Wore. j.s lost Cottaffe llosnttat Din. has liirim roil cross In center. Return to Cottage Hospital. Wanted Men lo mil wood. House fiirn- tubed; long lob. Apply C. V. Walton, quarter mile wealol I'urkdale. I'bone Odell 18X3. 15 Why Pay More-Cord wood ll.TR iwr enrrf cash at my place at Lent.; can be hunled to railroad tor hiiihii mini or ran be hauled lo town If you desire, full A. (,'. nullum, con. tractor, Oregon Hotel, for particulars. jf ood for loading Wanted Teams to haul on cam at l,emr.. Will pay nood price per cord for this service, ( all A. c. Ilallnui. con tractor, Oregon Hotel, for particular. 15 Kor NIe-Hark brown, good all around horse, gentle and true: lu fuel you cannot put hlui lu the wrong place; will be sold very cheap If taken at once. Apply at the Rock, ford Store, phone KMX, Hooil River. J4 Furniture Sale Uolden oak dresscr.chl mm ler, rocker and three chairs, two nood iron beds, silk floss malresses, specif I sprlnics and complete change of bedding. 8 ,V Phone 111. Kor Sale A few fancy Drown Ix'tihorn cock erels of the best strains. I'bone 1HTM. .1. 1,. carter. jr Oats, Kiraw and May Kor Sale. 11, C. Hast, erly. t'houe lw.'x. j,', Christmas Tree Ornaments of every uVacription. TkiHel, ('andlH and Candle Holder, Ktc. Second Floor. Christmas Tree Ornaments of every description. Tinsel, Candles and Candle Holder, Etc. Second Floor HAY AMI OATS for sale, 'phone 1IU21.. Kelly Pros, tf Kor Hale !M0 lb. mare, excellent farm, road and saddle horse. Also l!hc buggy and new harness. Call and see them and make an oiler. l'hone it4K. tf Mun and wife want situation on Hood River ranch. K. (loose, Hood River, ore dl! FOR 8aI,K- Mouse 'or Miledr to let out for winter keep. Spraxue, 112 K. Unl Wanted Two ladles, mother and daughter, wlsli iKnltlon as housekeeper for gentleman. Hoard only If light work. .Mrs. I,. A. Alger lllnnen, ttn. dl.s Isist-Flve month s old Scotch collie, white with black snot on back. Answers lo name ' aricbo.'' Under pltwie phone Odell 3s;i, dm AVttnted-Kveryone In Hood River and vi cinity to read t he opening chapters of the new serial by Robert W. chambers In the Novem ber number of the Cosmopolitan Migaylne. It Is tbe greatest novel of the year and Is Ulna traled by .Charles Iana Ulbsou, dl5 Gift Slippers For Men Wo men and Children. Theie is no other gift of so little cost that will afford a greater amount of real pleasure and comfort as a pair of Cozj House Slippers, and we have one of the largest and best lines ever displayed in the city. Childrens Fancy Slippers for Plain or Fur Tops 60c, 70c, 80c, $1.00 Ladies Felt and Leather Slippers al colors in all styles with sole leather soles or soft cushion soles, all colors for 45c, 55c, $1.00, $1.25 and up. Mens House Slippers, Carpet, Felt or Leather, a dandy assortment in all sizes for 55c, $1.00 $1.25 and up ? Ladies Knit Shawls and Scarfs Are always in order and we have just any kind and style you can think of in plain colors orfancy, in cir cular, square, or Newport styles, 45c, 75c, 85c, fl .OO fl.25 1.50 and up. Toques A fine assortment of every kind. Mittens, Gloves, Leggins, Mufflers and, by the way, we have one of the best lines Mufflers to-be found anywhere. Rubbers, Arctics, Guru Boots and High Top Shoes. SLEDS all kinds and of the Lowest Prices. These will make any boy of girl happy. ROCKING HORSES and Shoo-Flies for the little one who cannot get out to enjoy the fun of the larger ones. Doll Buggies for 70c, $1.00, $1.50 and up. Carts and Wagons for 15c, 25c, 50c, 75c and up. Wheelbarrows, Drums, Engines, Toys of every kind and games of every discription for 2c, 3c, 5c, 10c, 15c. and up. You just want to drop in and see for yourself. You will not have to look farther for we have by far the largest assortment in the city! New Persian Silk Waists for the Ladies, the very newest out. These would be appreciated most highly. Tailored Suits and Coats, Sweat ers and Skirts. OVERCOATS for men and for the boys presents that would be remembered for a long time to come. Come in and see, that is the best way. THE PARIS FAIR gj Headnuarfftrs fnr rhnefmac Ri a i v -mrm. m.m. awvaaaMW fc4Ly JL J For Hale Faultless No. 2 grubbing machine complete, in goou conumoo. I'uoae uaeu 27U. UN Day Work Wanted A Japanese bovdeslrs. notisecieauing and oilier Kinds or work tiy the hour In the city. Call pUone S4:!L. dl6 Kor sale or rent-8.room house, corner of OttK, Biaie auo Nintn streets, relet, K,ouu. hor rent, furnlnoed, by the month or lease, Dr. lirunlus, at the otllce. Kor sale-Fine driving and saddle horse. 7 years old. sound and uerilla. toaelher with open biiKgy, new this summer, harmsa, cow- uy saddle, urlille, wiuer and summer lap robes, (food cart for muddy weather. Will make an attractive price ou entire outfit for ulck sale, l'hone ;l0u l.. For sale Lease on business building. ttl.Slj'ieSliop. (al Wanted Horses to take to pasture above 'he 1 lu lies. Pasture, tl per mouth. fi.Au a head for delivery of horses to pasture. (111. un cngingion, rnoue ill) it. UIO Kstruy Running at large contrary to herd aw, one Jersey heifer bl ended O or li ob left up. owner can secure same iy paying barges. Troy Hlielluy. ills For Kale. Apnerson Jack Rabbit. Th flnet al round forty horse power automobile In the country. It Is specially built for hill cllnib Iiie. Will sell cheap. If Interested call A. C. aiicm, Oregon Hotel. W win 'anted- 1;hm pound hum for Its keep Dili ler, ( all A. Ilallam, Oregon Hotel. Wanted. Man and wire want worn on a ranch. Apply Ramona Hotel.; For Bnlu. -yer.olU liar bout I0UO unds; good for general farm mate, WCigll. I i mryz sYA fv i H ork; good roadster; single or double, w ill sacrifice for ciulck sale at 76. Phone 210-N. For Sale- Alfaira and wheat hoy; delivered. J. Frank, R. F. 1). Mo. 3. dltf Furnished Room, with and evervthlnc com- tollable. Price very rersonable. inn til re at nisoiuce. a-v Steady, eiperlenced orchard nun wautaem- ploj ment. ( an lake care nt place while you are away. F. L. R., care Ulaclcr. Ill) Wanted A middle aged lady would like position taking care of an old lady or Invali d oupie. ineue.ijiv. uU Situation Wanted-AB watchman or work round nrlvate nlaee or Inside railroad work. Understand uardvuliir. some about Honkers ami poultry, just arrived from PIllsnurK uun, jonn nneparu, nood Klver, ore. For Male Team brown mares sii and seven earn old, weighing about KM), lnoulre The umcier. ayti llargnin In Land Twenty acres near Mum mil Station, five aores nearly cleared, small uouse aim Darn, good spring and creek, with five or six Inches of water, lino,! drainage Hue red shot soil, no wafte land, no side hill, no mens, no clay, no haidpan, deep soil, Worth fcMl per acre; will oiler for a short time irw.nm. ft. (,. Malianey, 1207 Kugrne Htreet, lerms, tiatr down; bal. dlOtf Hiawl Klver, Oregon nee any time (llll'lov 1 run wit fc',r U.t.-fi,nla. eer'a transit with solar attachment. (Juarau- teeil t.i h, In fl r-t, ,1... ...n.iiii,,.. i..i..a .hti J. I,. Henderson, Inc., lliHd River. &2i h nr St. 1m-,. I i,.i.iu ti-.i! ....pl.t.... . i .... t 1 1... one mile on, on Helmout road. till ' For Rent - Furnished room, furnace heat, rs, Newman, plione ITilk, (L Kor Sale-Two box beating stoves No. :lnd !l. wltb water coll. In; S,.UI and fifiait saw and sledge. Phone K!x. dvi'.' Hollies For Sale or Kent. K. W. Wlnans. d'22 Wanted-llompetent irl for general house w rk. t'hus. N. ciarke. as) Fni H.ile-Sn acres timber land, live miles south of town. Will ell c'lesp. All good oichard laud, l'hone SIViK . d 'u For Rent Modern seven room house, furn ished. 407 Ninth Street. Call afternoons C. II. Slellon. aw Lost -Tan raincoat, double over shoulders between top of Fast Hide grade and ljige s store. Retuin to A. c. Ifls for reward da Hor Sale Cheap-Mare. 9 years, 110(1 pounds fine slock, wtnd a dec led, gentle, true, will trade for top buggy. I'bone 1S1J-1. '1129 l ostmack silk umbrella, with detachable gold handle. Return to Ulaclcr orilcc for reward, The lasting gifts of Jewels, Jewelry and Silverware are the things of the hour. No matter how little you have to spend, buy something that shows real taste that has lasting value. Our Store is brimming over just such ideal gifts. Diamonds, Watches, Jewelry, Silverware, Toiletware, Cut Glass, Novelties, Umbrellas, Kodaks, Brass, the celebrated Mable Carter Hand Paitned China. We are yours to Serve and to Please ..We are Expert Watchmakers.. ' HOOD RIVER'S JEWELER. Brosius Blk. Opp. Butler Bank
