I wish to thank our school newspaper staff for the dedication and hard work they have shown in making our paper a "must read" for every student.

I am also pleased to announce that our longtime contributing reporter, Firmme Maybe, will be starting a new column highlighting student activities at Gingrich Jr. and in the community at large. We wish her luck. -Priscilla Barton, Principal

Hello my darlings, Firmme here bringing you the greatest gossip buzzing around G.J.H. Mother says I could be the next Hedda Hoover, the fabulous Hollywood gossip columnist during the '40's, if I put my mind to it and am willing to "dig up the dirt" as they used to say. From your lips, dearest Momsie, to my loyal reader's ears. Here are highlights from some of the festivities that occurred over the past Holiday:

Santa certainly was busy listening to the wish-list of all the girls and boys including Agnes Tatum (pictured) daughter of Potato magnate, Totter Tatum and wife, Irish.

The ever loveable Reverend Fletcher reprised his role as Jolly Saint Nick, seen here with a startled Ben Gropper as Santa's hand deftly keeps him firmly in place. Good Catch Santa!

MATCHING CHRISTMAS OUTFITS WERE ON DISPLAY

Daisy & Bubba Thornton	The Scoggins Family

HAPPY NEWS SURE DOES TRAVEL FAST

Proud parents of Proud Pounder, Suzie Whiteman are expecting again (they think.)	Lula Mae Johnson shown with her husband Rufus, prior to their monthly conjugal visit. There's nothing like a homemade Xmas card to say "we care."

Lotto winners Alice, Leroy and Sybil, residents of Creedmore Mental Health Facility proudly show their cash winnings.	The editorial crew of our beloved school paper: (from l. to r.) El Wanda Wheeler, Dick Skidmore, yours truly Firmme Maybe, Latisha Jackson and Tech assistant Dil Doe.

That's all for now, my dears. Look for my column in future editions as I bring you the latest happenings around town. love & Kisses - Firmme

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