Historical Western Springs
Yes, Virginia from Western Springs, There Is a Santa Claus
As the following actual letters from 1928 will attest, the third graders at Grand Avenue School were convinced that there was a Santa. The only question was what to ask for.
“Dear S. Claus, North Pole. It is a whole year since I have written to you. It is time to let you know WHAT I want , as Christmas is near. (1) doll house, (2) wall black board, (3) auto, (4) roller skates, and (5) a desk. Virginia, Western Springs” “Dear Santa Claus, I have been very good in school and I am good at home. Please send me a freight outfit for my electric train. Please send me $10 to give to others. Will you send me a mother dog. I would like a pair of ice-skates and a new overcoat. Dean” “Dear Santa, Please bring me a set of dishes. I would like a Bye lo doll and a big doll buggy. I want a big two wheel bike. From your friend, Loretta. “ “Dear Santa, I thought I would write you a letter. How are your reindeers. Are you …
