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Show CHRISTMAS: MESSAGE In a world torn with violence at almost every level, through formally or informally declared war, in Christmas Creche Has Tradition OF HOPE FOR WORLD'S WOES ing, every man, of every persuasion , . . whether Christian" or not, can take Christmas to his rioting, anarchy, in cruel heart and profit by it. discrimination, it is diffiFor Christ personified cult for thinking people to brotherhood, abiding love, truly experience Christ- tolerance; if Christians mas. have gotten away someYet,, through the very what through the outmeaning of Christs com ward and visible signs," the ceremonials and the perhaps this trappings is the year to come home to Christ. Whatever the rest of the world is doing, let each of us celebrate Christs birth in our individual, the important ones, as well. This is the Christmas to really show those you love that you do love them, in important, little ways . . and in large ways, too. It is so human to take care of the vital, large" ways, and overlook the small, also vital ways This is the year to do something . personal ways. Let us forget self, let us truly open our hearts, to genuinely offer friendship and brotherly love. We do not know when One ol the most joyous sunhols of Christmas is the ringing ol bells. The mellow, ones in church bellries have and steeples sweet-tone- d heralded the coming of Christmas since the Middle Ages. ! about that. Still A Popular Christmas Custom Caroling is the custom in many countries thru-othe world. And, there are about as many diifer-en- t customs connected ut in America. addition to the bds that ring with solemn grid-eu- r nd from cathedral churches there are the ocular types that hail thcpure joy of the occasion. Christmas had become well established before 1'lls became an important part of the celebration. Tie first large bell for a Christian 5 church is said to lave originated with a bishp in Italy, in the fifth centcy, A.D. with it as there are tries. music Bagpipe coun- accom- panies the carolers in (no, not Scotland) Italy In England the carolers receive gifts for their efforts. Gifts of refreshments are often the case 4 CCW.INC Let us do for others, just through organized charities, or group efforts. Discover the thrill of assisting some less fortunate person, someone ! not who may have much of this worlds goods, but be impoverished otherwise. This is the Christmas to relinquish those petty grievances, and perhaps The Times-New- s Nephi, Utah December 26, In told tb time of day, they peal !r weddings and toll for (taths, they have been rungto warn of enemies and disaters and to celebrate vari-etihajpv events of many But the high point of eery year has been the ring-i- g of church bells during ie Christinas season. In ingland, especially, this bes. came a tradition, during the Middle Ages. The joyful clangor started at vespers ori the first Sunday in Advent, and repeated on the following Advent Sundays. On the three mornings before Christmas Day, happy peals w'ere rung as a reminder. At sunset on December 2 till and every hour thereafter until sunset on December 25th bells pealed joyously. On Christmas Day bells would be rung spontaneously, at any hour. In the melodious tones of their church bells people believed they heard the songs of the angels on that first Christmas, so long ago. Church bells nave called people to worsl p, they have 1974 the first creche was set up as a tableau to illustrate the nativity, but church records indicate that St. Francis of Assisi received special permission from the Pope to reconstruct the scene in the Bethlehem stable. Today the crib, surround May ed by figurines of the Holy Family, the Three Wise Men, shepherds, angels farm animals, is to southern Europe what the brightly decorated Christmas tree is to Amerand ica . Additional Listing on 1974 Delinquent Tax List (Continued from page 4) BOOK D T. Wankier, Jr. The SE'4 of the SW4 of Sec. 21, T.14S., R. 1 E., S. L. M. Cont. 49 ac $26.02 Farrell the memories of times gone past brighten your spirit and fill your Christmas with joy. Plumbing and Builders Supply 4-- D Its the season to decorate our hearths and homes with holiday cheer... and to wish our many I friends a truly joyous Yuletide! memorable and joyous time filled with blessings and love for all. The Lord is come... may the wonders of His love become a reality for you this Nephi Dental Clinic r Dr. P. L. Jones Dr. Nelson L. Jones Dr. Gary Tolboe Ray's Restaurant Season. joyous Christmas i2ki ,J .ft, ui yj w T X xia tvsR t- - L was 'State JCCVP , Ed's v Sinclair Service May the spirit of the Christ Child strengthen and brighten your life and bring countless blessings to you. Everett's Union 76 Service that this Christmas feason We wish 1 will bring the spirit of His lovin grace Let the blessings of peace be with to your heart. May His Light glide you all men of Earth in a every day. of all nations. Premium Oil Co. true brotherhood Nephi Lumber Co. Utah County native eace Heres hoping your Christmas on earth sparkles with lots of good things...health, hap- piness, and plenty of gifts from Santa! like to take time out of our p usv schedule to wish you and yours the happiest of holiday seasons and thank vou for your patronage! t Wed Theo Westring Distributor, Amoco Oil Co. Products As we face retirement January 10, we extend special thanks to customers and friends we have served for nearly 40 years. Your association and support always will be appreciated. 1 I T Its sew me 7 We past and were looking forward to extend our warmest serving you again in the future. Sincere wishes for the Christmas Season and the coming year. May been a pleasure serving you in the He holiday greetings from the entire fill your staff at heart with joy. Whiting Bros. Service Flaming Rock Restaurant TJ's Drive Inn |