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35778
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An encounter on a train with a stranger left him the owner of a coat seemingly tailored for him and a pocketful of dollars that seemed like pennies from heaven. From that meeting and gifts, Owen was taught this lesson: the best gifts aren’t always wrapped up in a box and bow.
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Tar Heel (NoCar F 251 T37x), Vol. 7 Issue 7, Nov/Dec 1979, p31-32, 56
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3080
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Variety is the key word to describe the state's Christmas celebrations, which include light festivals, flotillas, and holiday tours of homes. Two of the largest are Asheville's Light Up Your Holidays and Winston-Salem's Tanglewood Festival of Light.
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At age ten, Reverend Charles Keyes of Hickory discovered the true meaning of Christmas. Several of his friends had received nothing for Christmas, and Charles bought them candy and chewing gum. He began delivering mini-sermons at the age of four, becoming known as The Parson in later years. These days, he plays Santa Claus to the mountain people of five states, delivering tractor-trailer loads of clothes, food, and toys in the early part of December each year. The Parson also opened Camp Joy in Hickory, a summer camp where underprivileged children come for a week and are taken on a shopping spree at the week's end.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 49 Issue 7, Dec 1981, p16-18, 29, il
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38138
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Traditions associated with Christmas, German immigrant style, are still part of the Yuletide season for many North Carolinians. Traditions traced back to German immigrants also with a religious base include the Moravians’ Putz, a nativity related decoration, and Lebkuchen, a cookie. A holiday tradition with a somewhat dubious origin was the Christmas tree, this decoration possibly brought in by Hessian soldiers during the Revolutionary War.
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2071
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To encourage the Christmas mood, North Carolina offers a number of seasonal events each year. They include Christmas at the Biltmore Estate, Festival of Trees in Wilmington, the Historic Oakwood Tour in Raleigh, and a Christmas Candle Tea at Old Salem.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 7, Dec 1994, p16-21, il
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16430
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When German immigrants came to the Piedmont in the 18th-century, they brought with them their beliefs and customs, their ways and traditions, their lore and legends, and many of the customs associated with one of the most prominent religious holidays--Christmas. Many of the most beloved Christmas symbols are a part of the heritage received from the Germans.
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8426
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Josephus Daniels, the famous editor of the Raleigh News and Observer, served his country as Secretary of the Navy during the administration of President Woodrow Wilson and as Ambassador to Mexico during the administration of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Lucy Davis Inman, his granddaughter, describes a typical Christmas celebration at her grandfather's house.
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Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 1 Issue 5, Dec 1969, p6-7, por
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35247
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The halls decked in question were from NC galleries representing the span of the state. Whether from the Mountains, Piedmont, or Crystal Coast, these galleries promised a range of inexpensive gifts that could satisfy even the hardest to buy for recipients.
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Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 48 Issue 12, December 2016, p12-13
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9589
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North Carolina towns celebrate Christmas in a variety of ways. One of the most unique is held in Oriental, a small town on the banks of the Neuse River best known as the “Sailing Capital of North Carolina.” Since 1986, the town has hosted a weekend-long Spirit of Christmas festival complete with a brightly lit flotilla, lots of food and drink, and a lively parade.
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35245
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Gifts appealing to connoisseurs of chocolate, confection, and cheese, pickle and preserves, and seasonings were featured in Leah Chester-Davis' article, which showcased examples of holiday recipes from local award winners.
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Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 48 Issue 12, December 2016, p10-11
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36318
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Because of a resurgence of interest in the topic, this article was reprinted from an earlier journal (See 19.4 1971:160-172).
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3114
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Tours of decorated homes during the Christmas season are a tradition, and many towns, including Asheville, Todd, Mount Airy, and Edenton, display their Southern hospitality during visits to their oldest and best homes.
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Melinda Ruley, an Independent author, spent eight hours in search of the perfect toy for Christmas. She visited the Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh, K&K Toys, Toys R Us, and the Play House in Durham. From her observations, Melinda concluded that the perfect toy is something that puts children at the center of the universe where they know they belong.
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Independent Weekly (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57 [volumes 13 - 23 on microfilm]), Vol. 6 Issue 24, Dec 16-Jan 11 1988, p13-15, por Periodical Website
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35636
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This tongue in cheek interview revealed challenges part of the North Pole’s daily operations, such as the CIA’s interception of mail from children perceived as threatening and elves moonlighting to make ends meet. With all the challenges, Ms. Claus assured the work was well worth it, considering the joy the gifts gave to children.
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Tar Heel (NoCar F 251 T37x), Vol. 5 Issue 6, Dec 1977, p14-16, 46-47
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The residents of Portsmouth Island, Core Banks, and Shackleford Banks are long gone. Churches, houses, and graveyards stand silent. Hurricanes and dwindling jobs drove them away. Their descendants, though scattered among Carteret, Pamlico, Hyde, and Dare Counties, continue the old island traditions of Christmas. A number of them share their remembrances with Biro.
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Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 73 Issue 7, Dec 2005, p68-70, 72, 74-75, il Periodical Website
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