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This week, we delve into the history of Santa Claus. In modern times, Santa Claus can best be described as a jolly man with a white beard wearing a red suit, carrying a sack of toys. Until the 1800s, in America, Christmas was considered first and foremost a religious...
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This weekend, the Peabody Historical Society & Museum is hosting the 39th Craft Fair and Apple Bake. It is a wonderful showcase of local crafters and artisans. Who doesn’t love a handmade gift? Peabody has a long history of creative makers and...
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Our celebration of Halloween has deep and ancient roots. The Celtic Festival of Samhain predates Christianity. This pagan holiday celebrated the end of the growing season. Bonfires were lit to thank the gods for a plentiful harvest and curry favor for the following...
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Last week, we delved into the impressive career of John Bezemes and the Peabody High School football team of 1938. Behind every great team is a skilled coach. Theirs was William O. “Big Bill” Seeglitz. Seeglitz was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1897. He was...
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Fall is here – crisp air, apple picking and football! In that spirit, let’s take a look back at some local sports history. We will be focusing on Peabody sports and athletes in the upcoming postcards. Who do you want us to spotlight? Peabody sports legend,...
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After a two year hiatus, we are excited to have Peabody’s International Festival back. So, let’s take a trip back to 1984 and 1985 and re-live the beginning of the International Festival. Unless otherwise noted, photographs are courtesy of the Ray Wallman...
