December 22, 1944

Atchison County has done it again! Surpassed its quota of bond sales in the Sixth War Loan campaign. Last week it was mentioned that the subscription of “E” bonds had surpassed the county’s quota of $148,000. Atchison County’s quota of $389,000 was exceeded by more than $90,000, total sales being $148,600. After The Mail was printed, Dr. Ray Matkin, county chairman, was advised from Maryville headquarters for the district that Atchison County was the first county in this district to achieve its quota of $389,000 in overall bond sales in the Sixth War Loan drive.

Decemeber 18, 1969

Dear Santa Claus, I love you very much and I am going to leave cookies and milk for you and when you are through there will be a napkin beside the plate so you can wipe your mouth. I want a Break the Ice game, a Red Balloon game, Show ’N Play Tinker Toys, a new billfold like my father’s that has a place for dollars, and a race car set, and a baseball bat and glove. I also want some new hush puppies. I have been a good boy part of the time. Love, Shawn Minter.

December 22, 1994

Letters to Santa:

Dear Santa, I would like a Slam Shot Basketball Game, and a CD player and shells for my Gun, and a pair of gloves. Love, Clayton Ray Amthor

Dear Santa, How are you? I am fine. I am 3 years old and have been a good girl. Would you please bring me a Doctor Barbie for Christmas. I will leave cookies and milk for you when you come. Love, Kari Beth Sierks

Dear Santa, I want cool tools, a basketball hoop also. I have been good. Love, Cory Amthor

Dear Santa, My name is Jodie Evans. I am 3 years old and have been a good girl all year. Would you please bring me a toy for Christmas. My mom is going to have a baby so I will have to help her. I love you, Jodie Evans