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Show Score Yourself On This Christmas Quiz See how well you can score on the answers to questions about Christmas and its customs! Then check the answers: 1. Research says that Christ's birthday occurred on: a) December 25 b) an uncertain date c) January 8 2. Sending Christmas cards is a custom that started in: a) Germany b) England c) the U.S. 3. Hanging mistletoe is a custom that began: a) in the 18th Century b) in Scandinavia c) among the ancient Druids 4. Decorating a Christmas tree has its origin in: a) Germany b) Czechoslovakia c) Norway 5. The first people to set up a decorated Christmas tree in a public place were: a) Portuguese b) Flemish c) Americans 8. The custom of burning the Yule Log originated with: a) the Vikings b) the French c) the Slavs 7. The meaning of the word "carol," as used in England in the Middle Ages, was: a) dancing b) singing c) dancing in a circle while singing 8. The use of the creche, or crib, as a Christmas symbol was introduced by: a) the French b) the Italians c) the Swedes 9. Exchanging gifts for Christmas was not practiced until: a) 800 AD. b) the latter part of 19th Century c) about 200 years ago 10. The character of Santa Claus was first known as: a) Father Christmas b) St. Nicholas c) Pere Noel ANSWERS q 0T q 6 q 8 o L SCORING 8 or better gives you an A; 5 to 7 is average. Less than that return one Christmas present! THE BEAN KING In parts of France. Spain, and Mexico they still eat a special 12th Night cake, in which a single bean has been concealed. The finder of the bean is hailed as Bean King a survival of an ancient pagan custom which chose tlie King of the Saturnalia by lot in this way. SWEDISH CROWN OF CANDLES In Sweden, the Christmas season traditionally begins on December 13, when a young girl in each house assumes the role of St. Lucia, wearing a white robe and a crown of lighted candles. The custom goes back to Viking times when, under the old calendar, the night of December 12-1S was the longest of the year. HI, PPPY. WS'RS -nTIN,ARSHMBl.UJWS," W&vuj Jig Our a holiday abounding with memory-making memory-making good times. We extend thanks for your loyalty and continued confidence. Ken Cardon Farmer's Insurance American Fork q Z q i sincere wishes for b o E K1QSS TOWilOlGilt fed ;.i Mm M The first chess rating tournament tourna-ment for Utah residents and student stu-dent will be held at the United Steelworkers Union Hall, 1847 Columbia Lane Orenv.lNovth Trovo), "January TO Through 13, 1973. It will be a seven-round Swiss System tourney, scheduled as follows: round 1, Wed,, Jan. 10 at 7:00 p.m.; rounds two and three, Thurs. at LOO and 7:00 p.m.; rounds four and five, Fri. at LOO and 7:00 p.m; and rounds six and seven, Sat., Jan. 13 at 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The Swiss System pairs winners win-ners against winners and losers against losers so that everyone gets to play someone of equal strength. Usually, everyone wins at least one game. This is not an elimination system. Every and Ths Mavor. The one plays every game whether he wins or not. This tournament will give all Utahns a chance to join the United Un-ited States Chess Federation. From the USCF you get a rating, rat-ing, a magazine every month with the latest Innovations and news, a discount on the best chess equipment available in the world, and the right to play in every USCF-rated tourney in the United States. The $5 entry fee for the Open Section is the lowest entry fee for any rated tournament in the country. Our fee is kept low so that everyone can afford to play and also join the USCF. Membership in the USCF is $10 a year for those over age 20 and $5 a year for those under "W1 , i , 1 eM r-p. 'pJ-hj Mm mwns yJ-M - lr A 3 V;:- i. i tC vL s Jvw '' K V'v V;'r V ': Vs 'S- vl .... . - -- .V. " Nay your holiday be bright with happiness... warm with love and friendship... festive with the traditional joys of the season. To our many friends... a special "Thank you" for the privilege of serving you. We pledge our best efforts to serve you better. Councilmen and All the Employees of American Fork City age 20. Both fees can be paid at the door during registration on Wednesday, January 10, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Of special interest is the Future Fut-ure Section for young people under age 13. We want high-school-age kids to play with the adults and sharpen their games; however, the younger people need to play each other in a separate section to buTH their strength. If any of the younger players want to play the older folks, all they have to do Is pay their entry fee for the Open Section. The Future Section entry fee i only $2; rounds start on Friday evening even-ing at 6:30 and 8:30. Saturday, ing at 6:30 and 8:30. Saturday the kids play four games (they usually play faster). There will be a $100 prize and class prizes for rated players. play-ers. Also, there will be cash prizes for top seniors over 50, top women, top Juniors 16-19, top juniors 13-15, top juniors 10-12 10-12 top juniors 8-9, top junior tinder 8, and youngest player. These other prizes will be determined det-ermined by the number of entries. Thanks to Bob Whiteman for arranging for the use of the Union Hall. Also, the Provo City Chess Club will be running run-ning the tourney, with President Presi-dent Ed Bushell, 1st VP Stan Weaver, 2nd VP Doug Isaacson, and Sec-Treas. Lane Johnson doing do-ing the organizing. Heresa chance to play thls great game with your Ttahneigh-bors Ttahneigh-bors and get into the pro chess tour. Also, we can get our kids involved so that we can raise up a grandmaster from Utah. Inquiries In-quiries to Lane Johnson, 171Star-crest 171Star-crest Dr., Orem, Utah 84057, 224-1377. Dear Santa, I would like a 10 speed this year, if you cannot bring one I would like you to bring anything you want. My mom would like a pen that writes. I have tried to be good. Thanks for what I got last year. Love, Cheryl P.O. Be careful it's awfuly slipper slip-per outside. 1 ' ,n r r .izr 1 i -1 .run THE AMERICAN FORKCITIZEN, THURSDAY, DEC. Zt, 1972 7 . t. cc m km 15 It is our warmest wish that your holiday be filled with peace of mind, good health, and much joy. Alpine Upholstering and Manufacturing FT! ! : M ! '1 9 : -I |