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Happenings We received news that Dick Murphy has been transferred to Hill Haven on Empire Boulevard in Webster. He is looking to return soon to his own home. For the December born, ancient legends offer two precious stones which may be worn to guard you from evil and improve your fortune. One is turquoise, said to bring success in love and money. The other, zircon, was known in medieval times as a cure for plague and other ills. This is a dazzling, versatile gem that comes in many colors. There will be a 'special' holiday roast beef supper on Nov. 30 at the Legion Home at 5 p.m. Kathy Weeks is looking for names of people serving now in the MILITARY, to be included in the Christmas remembrances from the Marion Legion. Call Kathy today, at 597.5964. Please remember Military Personnel: When making out your Christmas Card list, add the following address, and include a 'note from home,' that could mean the world to them.
A recovering American Soldier The Community Christmas Program is a local charitable organization previously known as 'The White Gift Service,' with a history of community service going back to the 1930's. Winter concerts start at 7 p.m.:
Donations and money collected (at the concerts) goes for food certificates, baskets and gifts to needy families during the holiday season. Poinsettias are delivered to shut-ins and patients at local nursing homes and hospitals. If you have a need, tell someone on the committee. Helen Dingman, chair - 926.4370, or Committee Members Annie Dickson 331.6527, Mary Ann Lane 926.4839 and Lynette Mackey 926.0134. I received a collection of 'Kindergarten Family Favorites Recipe Book' for the files at the Marion Museum. Many interesting suggestions. I plan to try Sam's Grandmother's Casserole of Chicken and Dressing.
1 can Cream of Chicken Soup Combine soups and milk and pour over chicken pieces. Make dressing according to directions but substitute 1 cup chicken broth instead of water. Crumble dressing on top of chicken and soups. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-45 minutes. Enjoy! December 1 is the date for the Holiday Open House at the Marion Museum on North Main Street. Hours will be 10 to 2. Stop in to see the latest displays. Refreshments available. (I am still trying to locate quinces!!) We have had ice on the bird bath, so I'm sure our feathered friends are happy that we have the heater plugged in. Nutritious and hardy by nature, the sweet potato was the most important food staple in sustaining the general population during the Civil War. 'There's no limit to how much good you can do, if you don't care who gets the credit.' December 4, 1941 - 'Happy Harvesters' 4-H club of Hall Center held its annual meeting November 29. Included with other business was the election of officers resulting in the following choices: President-William Weaver, Vice President-Donald Ameele, Secretary-Jeanette Allaart, Treasurer-Irene Ford, News Reporter-Marion Allaart, Song and Cheerleader-Donna Page. Four new members have joined the club: Donna Page, Doloris Page, Edgar Freeman and Robert Freeman, which brings the total membership to 15. All Greater Rochester Soccer Team honorable mention stars include: Kendyl Smeatin (Marion), Nicole DeFisher (Marion), Brianne Raes (Marion), Brittany Spade (North Rose-Wolcott), Cassie Loson (Lyons), Nichole Clark (Marion), Katlyn Gregg (Williamson), Katie DeMay (NR-W), Brittani Bove (Marion), Michelle Cahill (Williamson), Alison Campbell (Marion), Kaylee Fillmore (Sodus). November 29, 1894 - In Marion, there has been kept a disreputable house just West of the village. Recently, a group of men and boys armed with rotten eggs attacked the house with a vengeance. The male inhabitants fled into the woods and the females in the house promised they would leave town the next day, which they did. Copyright
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