TOYS FROM THE SALVATION ARMY
More than 1,000 toys were distributed to 450 children by the Salvation Army in December 1979. Cadet Denise Carpenter, assistant officer, presents a gift to Sharon Roxberry, 3, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Roxberry of Butler R.D. 4. About 200 families also received certificates to buy food at grocery stores. Money for the gifts was collected though The Salvation Army Christmas Appeal and the Red Kettle Effort.
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1976 SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS — The Butler High School Chapter of Vocational Industrial Clubs of America won the 12th Spirit of Christmas Parade float competition on Nov. 26, 1976, with its “Twas the Night Before Christmas” entry following the parade theme of “Christmas In Story Book Land.” At right, Butler County Community College Queen LuAnn Heasley was accompanied by two little elves from Santaland during the parade down Main Street in Butler. Mike Dunmyre, left, and Heather Johnston, both 4, were able to join with other children and greet Santa in Diamond Park after the parade.
QUEEN AND SUBJECTS - Butler County Community College Queen LuAnn Heasley was accompanied by two little elves from Santaland in Friday's Spirit of Christmas Parade on Main Street in Butler. Four year-ols Mike Dunmyre, left, and Heather Johnston, right, were appropriately attired for their appearance on the BC3 float. Following the annual event, Santa greeted children in Diamond Park, and Butler's Christmas shopping season was officially under way. November 26 1976 - archived by Ed Nebel
