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A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE
By JOHN W. TROY
(Governor of Alaska)
In the midst of our welfare work we are again called upon to celebrate
Christmas Day in commemoration of Him who contributed more to the welfare
of the world than anyone else in time’s hitory. For more than 1900 years people
have been celebrating the birthday anniversary of the Son of Man, who gave His
life to humanity.
In all Christian countries, among all Christian peoples the occasion is known
as Christmas. The injunction is that we forget our present trials and tribulations
at Christmas and devote our energies and such means as we might be able, to
make others happy, in making a merry Christmas for the children and those who
have not the wherewithal to relieve even for a brief period the despair that
usually accompanies want and need.
Fortunately, people are better prepared this Christmas than they have been
during the last few years to forget pressing troubles and make merry and to aid
others in being joyful. Children have been taught to look upon Christmas as an
occasion when they are rewarded for good deeds and good behavior.
My suggestions is that every one according to his ability make merry and
help others to make merry on this important occasion.
