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ually -used inreference to
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certain “Garis ans : observ.

ing ‘the 6th of’ January in‘
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that.day,

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“observing the festival asa:
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thé following safely checks. to.
ensure that your Christmas Day
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encourage ‘and promote safety.
in the home.

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"end of January. :

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and livelihood.” .

the 13th century. From that
time, the idea. of the creche

or crib has spread to virtually
- every country. on the: gtobe. -
. » Today, especially in Latin.
.. America: and. Europe, the”
manger.'scene sets’ the...
' ‘theme for a’ holy. and HAPPY, 1
Christmastide.

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riches. of : the: ‘East; moneet
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MWDay the inapiration
of faith and love fill
your. heart with quiet peace
and: happiness, A joyous Noel to all.
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