Johnson City girl's letter to Santa offers glimpse of childhood in 1929
Simpler times. A simpler list. In 1929, 9-year-old Johnson City resident Ruby Mitchell wrote to Santa Claus with modest requests. This was, of course, before Christmas lists turned into the expensive, commercialized wishes we know in 2020. There were no smartphones, game consoles, bluetooth headphones and hoverboards to beg Santa to deliver. No, all Ruby wanted was a few of lifeâs basics and treats. And she made sure her little sister, Queenie, wouldnât go without, either. Nov. 17, 1929 Dear Santa Claus: I am a little girl 9 years old and I go to school every day. I am in the second...
Source: johnsoncitypress.com