Joseph D'Agnese

When the Puritans Banned Christmas, 1659

November 29, 2013 Joseph D'Agnese

PUBLICK NOTICE The Obfervation of Christmas having been deemed A Sacrilege, the exchanging of Gifts and Greetings, Dreffing in Fine Clothing, Feafting and similar Satanical Practices are hereby FORBIDDEN With the Offender liable to a fine of Five Shillings.

<p>Pursuant to my proposal yesterday, here’s a public notice from 1659 Boston, when the Puritans banned the holiday.</p> <p>Source:</p> <p><a href="http://whofortedblog.com/2011/12/16/history-repeating-war-christmas/" target="_blank">http://whofortedblog.com/2011/12/16/history-repeating-war-christmas/</a></p>

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