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Collection pouches on wall on right in William Wagner 1830 drawing of York's German Reformed Church

In 1829, an anonymous Yorker, signing himself REFORM eloquently argued against passing the collection pouch at church. Since all the church services I have attended still have a designated time for the offering and pass the collection plate, I would say the custom still prevails.

See below for the writer's points, as published in the May 26, 1829 Recorder.

Lewis Miller Drawing of a York County Pennsylvania German Christmas Tree

In December 1867, the Gazette reported:

"FESTIVAL-- The Moravians are now holding a festival at Washington Hall for the benefit of their new church. They have the largest and finest assortment of fancy articles and toys ever offered at any similar enterprise in this place. Among the attractions is a large Christmas tree, illuminated by hundreds of jets of light, which is well worthy of a visit. A trifling fee only is charged admittance--ten cents, we believe. Give them a call."

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