Rick Steves’ European Christmas book (a companion book to the public television show), outlines the history and many European variations on Santa Claus. Here’s an excerpt: Our American Santa Claus — a plump, jolly old fellow dressed in red — is just one of many gift-giving characters who preside over the Christmas season. Depending on where you are…
Happy New Year to all
Fox Shot – Concord Raid A fox was shot at Concord this morning. It had a weather-worn collar around its neck and apparently had once been a pet. For several weeks Mr. J.B. Purcell of Cabarita Road and other residents of Concord have been worried by raids on their poultry. Chickens and at least a…
The Coronation of King Charles III The artist who painted the invitation for King Charles III’s coronation revealed that he was sworn to secrecy as he made the design. Andrew Jamieson, 61, didn’t even tell his family that he had been chosen to create the artwork for the reported 2,000 guests who would arrive at Westminster Abbey on 6…
Map of Australia and Water Features, Wilson Park, Lawson Wilson Park at Lawson is across the road from the Lawson pool. Within the Park is a large, much-loved concrete map of Australia, a small bridge and associated water features. The map was constructed in the 1930s at a precise scale of 75 miles to 1…
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