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VANCOUVERSUN: D9 STAR WARS MA'AM? HES, THIS IS REALLY ME! A STOKM-TKOOPERt LERNA HAS eSTRAYEP MAYBE NOT, GOING RiGHT On LET'S SEE WHAT HE'S UPTO-I HBY! ISN'T WHAT'S A CRASHEP ESCAPE (SUPER1 THAT THINS AM7 I'VE GOT A HUNCH WE HE KNOW WHO CAME IN IT HE HEPIN3 nr. POR THE ME6ONT0 ail 13 1 A Tints Synd SHOE SUN RAYS NO. OUTSET WatTWfJGlMHt SSRVEP AFTER IP SWAWlTCrtWTOST-H0PTHElTTUC6 rrr THIS IS MY I REPORT -mrvrt 57 Candles and celebrations mm Biggest event of the snow season in Quebec City is the Winter Carnival. Replicas of Bonhomme Carnaval, a huge snowman, decorate the streets and hotel lobbies, along with outdoor ice sculptures, during this event. Earlier this year the students at L'ECOLE BI-LINGUE SCHOOL, Vancouver, had a two-day replica celebration of the annual Quebec carnival.

Each class made papier-mache figures for the festivity. These were similarto the Quebec ice sculptures. The carnival parade included figures of a robot, castle, skunk, elephant, mouse and crocodile. Students had a chance to taste French Canadian pea soup, French bread, and la tire, a candy made from maple syrup. FRED AS SETT rrv When Jcck and Ibrky are Good thing iVn rvjt I hert, they Crtainly make tl 1 iZ' Pe' 7 themselves at stL iiTTX-- VTT-Wli 'V "7 i THE FAMILY CIRCUS TANK McNAMARA r-- I I I r.

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it ll I I ri rt il It is the time of year when everyone is hoping for a "white Young children are busily writing letters to the jolly man at the North Pole. Many Sun Rays readers are taking their Christmas stockings out of storage and getting them ready to hang over the fireplace on Christmas eve. Here, in Canada we are making preparations to celebrate Christmas. Have you ever wondered how children in other countries celebrate this sea-, son? In Sweden, a special day of celebration is held on Dec. 13.

It is called Saint Lucia Day. Saint Lucia, is a fourth century saint who is associated with festivals of light. Her name, Lucia or Lucy, comes from the Latin word, "lux" meaning light. Dec. 13 was thought to be the longest and darkest night of the year in Sweden.

The Swedes adopted Saint Lucia with her crown of lighted candles as a symbol of light in their long dark winter. TUM8LEWEEDS CoevTM! 1979 (JQPGB HOtmO C. FRUMP th end T'ibuni Syitdwofte, inc I AM IN NO MOO? FDR PLACK HUMOKl here: welcome to my no AW YOUR MIUTARY EFFORTS CKOVVWEP WITH SUCXESS SO THAT vSWORPS SHAU. PE PEAT town, coioueu in 0 On, Comet! On, Cupid! On, Donder and Blitzen!" NANCY DON'T BELIEVE unnei Failure Syndic. I'VE WHY WEREN'T you IN A BAD SCHOOL COLD IN TODAY A MY NOSE sH', BUT IT'S BROOM-HILDA TRUE 7tOOK OF I I'VE SWEATED 7tHAT'4 6ILPA.IF iiAD, I LOVE THE WAY HE KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT A WE'RE from COCMtB I OF THE tMY MANY AN HOUR APtrE TQ MARRY VANOOK! LONA OVER "Wl I WRENCH.) AN YOU COOK jrjl 1 XIW AN OPENER1.

AT-TIL I (NOW YOU'LL hours BELIEVE They changed her name to Lussibru-den which means "bride of Lucia" in Swedish. Each year on Dec. 13, Lussi-bruden is represented by the eldest girl in the family. The girl gets out of bed before any one else is up. She puts on a white dress that is belted with a red sash.

On her head she wears a crown of lingonberry leaves and white candles. The candles are carefully attached so they don't set fire to her hair. Lussibruden then wakes up her family with a song, and serves them hot coffee and small cakes. The cakes are called "lussikatter" or "Lucia They are a symbol of good luck because the cat is supposed to keep the devil away. Lussibruden is also celebrated in schools and offices.

There are processions through the streets headed by a girl in a white robe and red sash with a crown of flickering candles on her head. DOONESBURY t30 A BARPEl1. see ON FINAL OFFER'. UNoe $am. He's Him about mm mum BeRNBf Fimnoueer- WHATSHB? TINQ TOUbHMTH MIKB.WimHAft WW gin- ouwaenuRsam ufK-rxiB earsa as mm! STEVEN J1 uem I jm! IN The holiday is not a major one, but it is an important one for children.

After sunset on each of the eight nights of Hannukah a candle is added to the Menorah or candelabra. By the last night of the festival eight candles are burning brightly. After lighting the candles families gather to sing and play traditional games and songs. One special game is dreidel (dray-dol). The dreidel, or four winged spinning top, bears the Hebrew letters nun, gimel, hei and shin.

Each letter stands for one word in the phrase, Ness gadol hayah sham, which means a great miracle has happened here. Special dinners are also prepared during Hannukah and a North American family favorite is latkas, or crisply fried potato pancakes. In Israel the traditional Hannukah treat is sweet donuts with jam. And, just like Christmas, there are presents for the children. Hannukah gifts as well as gelt, or money, are accepted with much happiness.

Hannukah is a joyous family holiday that is sometimes overshadowed by the noise and jubilation of Christmas. But, for the families that celebrate it, the candle lights of Hannukah are a true reminder of the great historical events that are woven into the heritage of the Jewish people. twvm muz rci OftC. i Unilrf ffl.iturfl SyfWl- Iff I fit IT' ACCORDING TO GUINNESS mm )) The oldest person break a world record Irish-born John triple Olympic hammer throw champion for the U.S., i TUCKER 1900-1908, who set his last world record ot 1 84 feet 4 Sm 0 1 jW 4LLTHE50GH For many B.C. students the bright lights of Christmas are not nearly as beautiful as the candle lights that celebrate the festival of Hannukah.

Jewish children the world over will look forward to dusk on December 14 when the first Hannukah candle will be lit. Hannukah (pronounced Ha-noo-ka) celebrates miracles. It celebrates the successful revolt of Jews against the remnants of the Greek Empire. And, it CHEI6TMA6 inches at New Haven, Pnnnortiri it nn lulu I TOO' If HWEMT 5AME lR Wjr r-t hee 1 laua, aged 41 years 196 days. Write to-SUN RAVS.THE VANCOUVER SUN 22bO GranviIlP Si Vancouver V6H 3G2 I i-'l HOROSCOPE FOR FRIDAY KERRY DRAKE BY JEANE DIXON Your birthday today: You may be blessad with many good things In months ahead If you are forceful and candid In expressing Ideas and defending beliefs.

Relationships with those you love will be strengthened by decisions you make during year. Money may become less of problem; you might even be able to savel Romantic energy will run strong. ARIES (March 21 to April 19): Pay more attention to needs of mate, partner. Be IF ZEEK PARROW PANCEP AT WHITEY' Arid a Short Tw, WHiTEY-'GEE, U0P IN, KIP ROLLER PISCO LAST NIGHT, CHANCES lime later. YOU LOOK GREAT: AH'LL(5IVE Drake and Sampson I are he'll be pack 1 an' I love your car ou a leave I tU VI VIRGO (Aug.

23 to Sept. 22): Work behind the scenes to accomplish more. Keep money In bank. Get organized on job and at home. Encounter with fascinating new person can leave you dazzled.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22): News you seek could be delayed. Others may not be sensitive to your concerns. Seek advice regarding Investments.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21): Ideal time for surprise, brief trip. News from abroad Is PAVLOV reason for celebration. Special effort may be needed to meet crisis.

Rise to occasion and you will attain goal. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21): Friendly tip could lead to advancement. Special project may require your total concentration now.

One In authority Is on your side. Imprint your personal style on all you do. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19): Home environment may be more Important now than In recent past.

Accent could be on romance, promise, love. You could be recipient of luxury gift. Romance is favored. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb.

18): Be prepared for change of scenery. Relationship with loved onepiay Intensify. Give much thought to Important problem, Be sure you recognize the difference between fact and fantasy. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20): You may now get opportunity to display talents In unique manner.

Insist on factual Information, Money, time likely to be on your side, Luck also helps make you a winner. sensitive to child's problem. Keep doctor, dental appointments. Do not risk savings on get-rich-qulck scheme. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20): Physical pursuits may prove more productive than mental ones.

Apply moderation In all you undertake. You may receive good news. Money could be part of it. Reserve time this evening for romance. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20): Some holiday plans may need to be finalized now.

Do not commit yourself to travel until you know full cost. Romance Is likely to play key role In your decision. CANCER (June 21 to July 22): Sensitive Issues can be discussed openly, calmly now. Teamwork at home and on the job is favorable. Check travel arrangements before starting out.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22): Work you do yourself can be very rewarding. Others may not be as cooperative as you would like. At home, avoid taking charge. Some self-sacrifice may be necessary now.

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