Day: December 8, 2019

Yes, there WAS a war on Christmas. President Grant ended it.

All Christmas activities, including dancing, seasonal plays, games, singing carols, cheerful celebration and especially drinking were banned by the Puritan-dominated Parliament of England in 1644, with the Puritans of New England following suit. Christmas was outlawed in Boston, the Plymouth colony made celebrating Christmas a criminal offense, according to “Once Upon a Gospel”.. The Puritans of New … Read moreYes, there WAS a war on Christmas. President Grant ended it.

The night that ‘Krampi’ took over Jim Thorpe

Saturday night’s cold air was filled with warm embraces in Jim Thorpe.. It is the Christmas season yet again.. Beautiful lights.. packed bars and restaurants.. families parading the street to take in the sights and sounds of winter in the the town.. Another type of fare paraded the streets, however.. An event hosted by The … Read moreThe night that ‘Krampi’ took over Jim Thorpe