Paramount Pep-O-Grams (1927)

Page Six P E P-O-G RAMS Jolly old Santa Claus and his gay prancing reindeer have a large order to fill this year. For they are symbolizing the Christmas message of health that is sent throughout the land in December on die tiny health seals. They combine the spirit of Christmas cheer with the happiness that comes from health as they go out on letters and packages in the big Christmas mail. And who could be more appropriate than Santa Claus to carry such an important message? Stories about the old elf have been in our hearts since childhood when we heard or recited “’Twas the night before Christmas.” Legends in other lands about St. Nicholas, who came in the night and gave his present secretly to help needy ones all have conspired to make the merry old gentleman a beloved figure. And even if, as grown-ups, we may have lost that thrill of mystery and wonder we had in childhood at Christmas time we still associate Santa Claus with the spirit of giving unselfishly. So this year he is bearing in his pack the biggest gift of all — the gift of good health, without which the world can never be filled with peace and good will toward men. He was chosen by the National Tuberculosis Association and its 1500 affiliated associations as a reminder that everyone during the Christmas season can give the gift of health. In the nation-wide educational campaign their aim is to teach the ways of health so that sickness may be diminished and people may be able more fully to enjoy the blessings of Christmas. Since 1907 the penny Christinas seals have been used to support the work of stamping out tuberculosis. In the past twenty years the deaths have been decreased from 200 per 100,000 to 87 per 100,000 in 1925 in the United States. This means that about 120,000 persons each year have been saved to give and rece've Christmas joys. The machinery for preventing and helping to cure tuberculosis is made possible by funds raised in the annual seal sales. The money is used in the state in which the seals are sold with the exception of 5 per cent which is turned over to the National Tuberculosis Association. the headquarters for the organized work. The public, therefore, supports this movement designed to promote its health and welfare. The seals become health insurance. In the past twenty years the number of sanatoria and hospitals for tuberculous patients has increased from 100 to 600 with from 10,000 beds to 69,000 beds. There are at least 3.500 public health nurses who have been especially trained in tuberculosis nursing. There are over 600 tuberculosis clinics where persons may be examined and keep track of their health. Preventoria, summer camps and open-air schools have been established to safeguard children’s health and protect them against malnourishment, careless home hygiene and all that goes toward making them susceptible to tuberculosis. Research work in the best laboratories is car 11th FLOOR PUBLIX-ISMS If you happen to be walking around the Eleventh Floor during lunch hour, a bunch of folks saying “Mais oui, monsieur” will undoubtedly lead you to a studious group of pupils being taught to “parlez vous” by “Handsome Jack” Pindat, of Publix. Do you choose to want any more pupils, Jack?' funds before fun The girls of the Bowling Club had better be on the lookout for Mildred Tormey’s “wicked” right. Reports seem to indicate that it’s pretty’ good. Anyhow, here’s hoping that she wins the prize! funds before fun Bert Adler’s impetuous rushing around these days is indicative of the fact that he is seeking new members for the Club, and is determined that none shall escape him. funds before fun Dorothy Maloney is all smiles these days. And with mighty good reason, too. They do say that a certain party recently arrived here from the shores of New Orleans, funds before fun Zelda Pyne and Mildred Tormey are steadfastly sticking to their bet that they’ won’t bob their hair again. And it looks pretty bad for the party they have the bet with ! funds before fun HERE FROM CHICAGO Ben H. Serkowich, a former member of the Publix Publicity Staff in Chicago, hau left the shores of Lake Michigan and established himself in room 957 as a member of Mr. A. M. Botsford’s advertising department. The Paramount-Pep Club bids you welcome, Ben REDUCTIONS (?). Syd. Hacker, who is helping out the Co-operative Buying Squad in this hectic Christmas rush, believes that Maxine Kessler has not as yet abandoned her desire to gain, for she ordered boxes of candy and pecan nuts. How we dieting girls envy her! funds before fun EXIT TONSILS! A bouquet of flowers from her co-workers greeted Betty Whaley of the Insurance Department when she returned to her office last week. Betty had her tonsils removed, and we’re glad to advise that she is enjoying splendid health now. Maxine Kessler, who was substituting in her absence, has returned to Mr. Saveli’s Department. ried on by specialists to help further our knowledge of the disease in the hope that a permanent cure may be found. Besides the above machinery there is also a vast amount of printed matter which helps teach everybody how to live healthy lives. For tuberculosis can be prevented by having plenty of rest, fresh air, exercise, nourishing food and a periodic examination to keep track of one’s health. The great trouble is that many people do not realize this and need education about daily living. Christmas seals, as they go out over the country reminding grown-ups and children that they all have a part in making the world healthier, form one of the most vital parts of the health machinery. And who could be a healthier reminder than the rosy, eternally-blooming old Santa Claus!