Grand Ole Opry 46-12-21 (xxxx) First Song - Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

Summary

Grand Ole Opry 46-12-21 – Christmas Special

Podcast: Harold's Old Time Radio
Host: Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host), featuring George Morgan, Archie Campbell, Minnie Pearl, Chet Atkins, The Jordanaires, Grandpa Jones, and more
Date of Original Broadcast: December 21, 1946 (aired on podcast December 22, 2025)
Episode Theme: A heartwarming live Grand Ole Opry Christmas broadcast featuring classic country music, lively comedy, and festive traditions with the stars of the era.

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Episode Overview

This Grand Ole Opry Christmas broadcast, celebrated as the 21st Christmas show and the 1,054th overall episode, immerses listeners in a nostalgic family gathering, full of music, humor, and camaraderie. The show builds a warm holiday atmosphere with cherished carols, playful jokes, reflections on Christmas traditions, and spirited performances from some of the Opry’s greatest talents.

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Key Segments & Highlights

1. Opening and Festive Welcome

[00:31]

• Grant introduces the live show from the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, welcoming listeners to the Grand Ole Opry's annual Christmas celebration.
• George Morgan opens with a buoyant rendition of “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town,” setting the holiday tone for the night.

George Morgan, singing: "You better watch out, you better not cry, better not pout I'm telling you why, Santa Claus is coming to town..." (00:31–02:35)

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2. The Opry Family Gathers

[02:37]

• The host lists classic Opry regulars: Cousin Minnie Pearl, Archie Campbell, Chet Atkins, Grandpa Jones, Tommy Jackson, Ralph Sloan, and the Tennessee Travelers.
• The Jordanaires are welcomed, set to perform special Christmas songs.

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3. Archie Campbell’s Comedy Routine

[03:32]

• Archie enters with comedic flair, bantering about last-minute Christmas shopping and gift ideas.
• Jokes revolve around practical gifts, their uses, and a humorous mishap with long johns.

Archie Campbell, joking: "That's the first time I ever brushed my teeth through a trap door." (05:39)

• Lighthearted game play described: “We play Christmas Tree—well, you just get off in the corner and get lit up.” (05:00)

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4. The Jordanaires & Special Guests: Christmas Spirituals

[06:41]

• The Jordanaires, along with guest singers Mary, John, and Millie, deliver a stirring “Go Tell It on the Mountain.”
• Choral harmonies and gospel spirit mark this moment as a Christmas highlight.

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5. Square Dancing and Instrumental Joy

[10:21]

• Fiddler Tommy Jackson and Ralph Sloan’s Tennessee Travelers light up the Opry stage with a lively square dancing number.
• George Morgan and Grant discuss the importance of community, youth togetherness, and the spirit of giving at Christmastime.

George Morgan: “Christmas means a lot of things, Grant. It means a spirit of giving, of receiving, of peace on earth to men of good will…” (11:03)

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6. “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” – Reflection and Sentiment

[12:45]

• George Morgan delivers a touching solo of “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” invoking themes of home, longing, and hope during the holidays.

George Morgan, singing: "I'll be home for Christmas, if only in my dream..." (12:52–14:33)

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7. Chet Atkins: Christmas Medley

[16:18]

• Guitar legend Chet Atkins performs a medley of classic Christmas songs, adding rich instrumental flair to the show.

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8. Minnie Pearl’s Entrance and Holiday Humor

[17:17]

• Minnie Pearl charms the audience discussing feeling “full of the Christmas spirit” and recounting a playful backstage prank.

Minnie Pearl: “I started to come out of here feeling so good. Well, one of them fellers back there grabbed me and stuck a sticker on my mouth, said, do not open until Christmas. That made me so mad I could eat a banana.” (17:17)

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9. Archie and Minnie’s Comedy Interlude

[19:26]

• Minnie seeks Archie’s advice for choosing a gift for her beau, Hezzy, sparking further witty exchanges.
• The pair trade stories about Christmas surprises and past gifts, including a tale about Uncle Nabob’s misadventures trying to surprise his wife with a new suit.

Archie Campbell: “That’s just too much money to blow in.” (22:29) (on Minnie's handkerchief gift)

• Light flirtation and jokes about mistletoe tradition:

Minnie Pearl: “That mistletoe business, that means you’re gonna kiss everybody that walks under it.”

Archie Campbell: “That kissing spreads germs.”

Minnie Pearl: “Well, do you know any better way to meet a Jeremy?” (23:00)

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10. The Jordanaires: “Silver Bells”

[24:44]

• The Jordanaires return to perform “Silver Bells,” capturing the magic of city Christmases and holiday bustle.

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11. Grandpa Jones: “Jingle Bells” and More

[25:37]

• Grandpa Jones and wife Ramona bring humor and twang to “Jingle Bells,” complete with jovial cowbells and audience laughter.

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12. Closing Reflections and “Silent Night”

[27:11]

• Grant and George Morgan offer heartfelt closing thoughts emphasizing making children smile and sharing the true spirit of Christmas.
• Entire cast joins in a moving rendition of “Silent Night,” evoking a sense of unity and peace.

George Morgan (quote): “For he who gives a child a treat makes joy bells ring on Heaven Street.” (27:11)

• Grant shares international holiday customs (Twelfth Night, Scandinavian almond, English plum pudding, Greek St. Basil’s pie) to underscore Christmas as a season of shared traditions, hope, and joy.
• Warm holiday wishes are exchanged, closing the content.

Grant: “As we share these traditions... we share in our hearts the spirit of Christmas, the spirit of hope and joy, and the wish for peace on earth.” (30:54)

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Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Archie Campbell (humor):
  • “That’s the first time I ever brushed my teeth through a trap door.” (05:39)
  • “That mistletoe business, that means you’re gonna kiss everybody that walks under it.” (22:56)
• Minnie Pearl (flirtatious wit):
  • “Well, do you know any better way to meet a Jeremy?” (23:08)
  • “Well, I hope you’ve got a present for me.” (22:32)
• George Morgan (reflection):
  • “Christmas means a lot of things, Grant... a spirit of giving, of receiving, of peace on earth to men of good will.” (11:03)
  • “For he who gives a child a treat makes joy bells ring on Heaven Street.” (27:11)
• Jordanaires & Company:
  • “Go Tell It on the Mountain,” “Silver Bells,” and “Silent Night” – all performances filled with joy, harmony, and tradition.

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Key Timestamps

• 00:31: Grant’s show introduction & “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town.”
• 03:32: Archie Campbell’s comedic entrance and banter.
• 06:41: The Jordanaires with “Go Tell It on the Mountain.”
• 10:21: Tommy Jackson and the Tennessee Travelers’ square dance segment.
• 12:45: George Morgan’s heartfelt “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.”
• 16:18: Chet Atkins’ Christmas guitar medley.
• 17:17: Minnie Pearl’s comedic holiday stories.
• 19:26: Archie & Minnie’s gift discussion and mistletoe jokes.
• 24:44: Jordanaires perform “Silver Bells.”
• 25:37: Grandpa Jones and Ramona with “Jingle Bells.”
• 27:11: Holiday reflections and the group “Silent Night.”
• 30:54: Episode closes with traditions and peace wishes.

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Overall Tone

Cheerful, heartwarming, nostalgic, and good-naturedly comedic—a perfect blend of music, laughter, and earnest Christmas sentiment that transports listeners to the Golden Age of radio and the heart of American holiday traditions.

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For classic radio lovers, holiday enthusiasts, and Grand Ole Opry fans, this festive episode beautifully captures the spirit of Christmas, family, and musical camaraderie.

Transcript

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[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

From the stage of the rival auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee, the country music capital of the world, here's the 1054th broadcast and the 21st Christmas show of the Grand Ole Opry tonight starring George Morgan. Thank you. Bye. Well, you better watch out, you better not cry Better not pout I'm telling you why Santa Claus is coming town he's making a list and checking it twice Gonna find out who's naughty and nice Santa Claus is coming to town he sees you when you're sleeping he.

[George Morgan]

Knows when you're awake he knows if you've been bad or good so be.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Good for goodness sake oh, you better watch out, you better not cry Better.

[George Morgan]

Not But I'm telling you why Santa.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Claus is coming to town here's Sammy Pruitt now. Santa Claus is coming to town. Santa Claus is coming into town he.

[George Morgan]

Sees you when you're sleeping he knows when you're away he knows if you've been bad or good so be good.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

For goodness sake oh, you better watch.

[George Morgan]

Out, you better not cry Better not.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Pout I'm telling you why Santa Claus is coming to town.

[George Morgan]

Thank you.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Old Santa Claus was himself the Candy Kid. George Morgan. All set to sing us some great Christmas songs and put us in the proper holiday spirit. Welcome, George. Welcome to the Opry. It's a pleasure to have you here with us tonight. Well, it's good to be here, Grant. As a matter of fact, it's good to be anywhere and out of the cold and away from all those last minute Christmas shoppers. Yeah, especially when you're in such good company, George. Like Cousin Minnie Pearl and Archie Campbell, Chet Atkins and Grandpa Jones, Tommy Jackson, Ralph Sloan and all the Tennessee Travelers. And featuring the voice of our well known yes, the Jordan A. Jordan A's will be singing some special Christmas songs for us in just a few minutes. Right now, it's time we heard from Santa's Little Helper, who has been busy up in East Tennessee, Archie Campbell. Here come Little Arch.

[Archie Campbell]

How to, George?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Wait a minute.

[Archie Campbell]

I can't work from outside, boy.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

How are you, Arch? Merry Christmas.

[Archie Campbell]

I'm left eared. Are you?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Can't work myself.

[Archie Campbell]

Merry Christmas to you.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Well, I'm glad to see you.

[Archie Campbell]

You know, I'm all upset. I've got to find something for my wife. I ain't got no Christmas present for my wife yet. I got to get her something.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

No Christmas present for your wife. Let me see. Would you be interested in something in silk stockings?

[Archie Campbell]

Well, sure, but I got to get my wife something for Christmas first.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Oh, hey, Grandpa. Hey, I gotta get you something for Christmas. I don't know what in the world.

[Archie Campbell]

It'll be by Granny's. You better get it in a hurry because Christmas is spurting out here. If you're gonna get me something, get it. Well, how. What about a jug of wine? No, I don't drink. You don't drink? Well, what about a horse? No, I don't ride a shotgun. I don't hunt. Well, I know what I could get you.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

A bottle of perfume.

[Archie Campbell]

Bottle of perfume? Why is that? Well, I know you smell.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yeah.

[Archie Campbell]

Too many old men on this show.

[George Morgan]

Yes.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yes.

[Archie Campbell]

You know, I like to go up home and play them games they play up there. We play games at Christmas time, you know.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Do you really? We got one game that I really.

[Archie Campbell]

Enjoy up there at Bulls Gap. We play Christmas Tree.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Now, wait just a minute. How do you play Christmas tree?

[Archie Campbell]

Well, you just get off in the corner and get lit up.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

All right, Art, I'm gonna let you in on the secret. I'm gonna tell you what I got you for Christmas this year.

[Archie Campbell]

Did you get me something?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

I got you something very nice this year. I got you a long handles.

[Archie Campbell]

Pair of long. A pair of long handles?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yeah.

[Archie Campbell]

Lord, I wish you hadn't done that. I got a pair. Them things is dangerous.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

What do you mean, dangerous? I got up this morning, it is.

[Archie Campbell]

Chilly, and I thought I'd put my. I got them out there. I was about half asleep and I got them on. I got them on upside down and backwards.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

You mean you got your long handles on upside down and backwards? Yes, sir.

[Archie Campbell]

That's the first time I ever brushed my teeth through a trap door.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Good night, Art. Archie Campbell, the sage of Bull's Gap. Thank you, Archie. Thanks a lot. But now, George. Yes, Grant? What's on your mind? Well, it's guest time, so when you do the holiday honors and introduce our guests. I'll be glad to, Grant, but you know, these boys don't need any introduction. They've been favorites here at the Opry for a long time. And just in case you don't know who I mean. Here they are, folks, the Jordanaire. Here they come out now. Hoyt, Neil and Ray, welcome to the big Christmas show. And I see you've brought some lovely young ladies along with you. Don't tell me these are Christmas presents for me. Not on your life, George. For the special Christmas songs we're going to do, these young ladies, Mary, John and Millie are going to sing with us. Oh, you know, it makes singing a little bit better, boys and girls. Yeah, I know. And just about anything else you want to name, Gordon. But right now, how about a demonstration of that singing ability? Here they are, the new Jordanares with a great favorite about this time of year. Go tell it on the mountains. Go tell it on the mountain Go there the hill and everywhere Go tell it on the mountains Our Jesus Christ is moving the loud ringing gold Tell it on the moun over the hills and everywhere look down and on the mountain Our Jesus Christ is born While shepherds kept their watching or wandering flock by night Behold from out the heavens there's shone a holy light Go down.

[George Morgan]

The mountain Every moment a hill and.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Everywhere Go down the mountains Our Jesus Christ is born up.

[George Morgan]

Jesus christ.

[Jan from Toyota]

Toyota thon. Toyota Thon. Toyota Thon is on. Oh, what fun it is to drive a new Toyota today. Hey, Jan from Toyota here reminding you Toyotathon is on. Make your holiday wishes come true with a new Camry, RAV4 Tacoma and more. All right, let's sing it together this time. Toyota Thon. Toyota Thon. Toyota Thon.

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[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Now for some Christmas time square dancing. Here's Tommy Jackson in his fiddle, along with Ralph Sloan and the Tennessee Crabbers. To cut a few capers, a grand old holiday dance tune. Tom and Jerry, Meet your partner home.

[George Morgan]

All you meet her Green will smile.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Right away Back to O Train Phone plane. Tommy Jackson and the Tennessee Travelers. And we hope each and every one of you joined them in dancing. Thanks so much, Tommy. And ashes. That was wonderful. Wasn't that great, George? Oh, it certainly was, Grant. You know, when it comes right down to it, I think that that's one of the best parts of Christmas. Young folks getting together and having a good time. Oh, Christmas means a lot of things, Grant. It means a spirit of giving, of receiving, of peace on earth to men of good will. It has a great and wonderful religious meaning, that of all things. George, you're right. And at Christmas time, Grant, our thoughts turn more than ever to our friends, to our loved ones. And as the wind blows colder, as the store windows blaze with a sparkle of gay things and holly wreaths and candles twinkle brightly in the windows and doorways. Then. Then more than ever, our thoughts turn homeward. And each and every one of us, like the person in the song, says to ourselves, I.

[George Morgan]

Behold for Christmas.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

You.

[George Morgan]

Can plan on me.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Please have snow.

[George Morgan]

And mistletoe and presence of the tree. Christmas Eve will find Find me.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Where.

[George Morgan]

The love might be. I'll be home for Christmas if only in my dream. Christmas Eve will find me. Where's the love light.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Be.

[George Morgan]

I behold for Christmas if only in my dream.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Thank you. Thank you so much. You're a wonderful audience. That was beautiful, George. Now, what do you say we get on with the show as another of our Opry favorites steps into the spotlight to play a medley of Christmas songs. Your friend and mine, Chet Atkins. Sam. Sa.

[George Morgan]

Sam.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Chad Atkins. And two great Christmas songs. Thank you, Chad. Thanks a lot. Now, here's another star of the Grand Lare and our own Christmas girl who brought along her own mistletoe, Cousin Minnie Perot.

[Minnie Pearl]

Oh, I'm just a Merry Christmas I never could. Well, I was feeling so good tonight and everything. Full of the Christmas spirit. And had this fine, lovely song here. By George, that was so pretty, George, that is just beautiful. And then Chet played that fine, fine Christmas music and just. I started to come out of here feeling so good. Well, one of them fellers back there grabbed me and stuck a sticker on my mouth, said, do not open until Christmas. That made me so mad. That made me so mad I could eat a banana.

[Jan from Toyota]

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[Minnie Pearl]

I'm getting ready to do the last of my Christmas shopping and I need a man to help me decide on what to get for my feller. Hezzy. I wonder if I could find a man. Oh, Archie. Come here. Archie Camel. Now you ain't a man. As much as I can, I don't know. But you'll just have to do because I want to ask you. You look like you need to say something and want to be included in things.

[Archie Campbell]

You know, Lenny, I do want to be included. And if there's anything I can do to help you out, just ask me.

[Minnie Pearl]

Well, I wanted to get a Christmas present. Well, my feller hesitates and I want to get something, you know, that he like and I want you to give me any suggestions.

[Archie Campbell]

Well, I'll do the best I can. Let's see now, Minnie.

[Minnie Pearl]

I want something that'll please him, you know.

[Archie Campbell]

Does he like you?

[Minnie Pearl]

Yes, he likes me.

[Archie Campbell]

Oh, well, if he likes you, he'll like anything.

[Minnie Pearl]

Oh, hush, hush. That's not very nice. Well, I. I'd be ashamed of myself.

[Archie Campbell]

Hey, so Uncle Nee Bob today, did you. Yeah, he's down.

[Minnie Pearl]

Was he up here in town?

[Archie Campbell]

Yeah, he Was down here, down here at the photographer's getting his picture made.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Really?

[Archie Campbell]

Uncle Nabob, you having his picture for Aunt Ambrosey?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yeah.

[Archie Campbell]

And he's getting his picture made for her. He's gonna surprise her.

[Minnie Pearl]

Oh, well, it will be a surprise. She's expecting a new coat. But I'll tell you about him.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

She is.

[Minnie Pearl]

I tell you, though, about Uncle Nabob. I hope that surprise don't turn out like the last one he had.

[Archie Campbell]

What is that, Minnie?

[Minnie Pearl]

Well, he was going to surprise Aunt Ambrosey, see, She'd been after him to get a new suit. And so he come into town and got him a brand new suit in a box all fixed up, you know.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yeah.

[Minnie Pearl]

And as he started home, he had that old horse and buggy and he started to ford the creek. And the creek was up. We'd had a lot of rain. Just as he got in the middle of the creek, you know, he stopped to let the horse drink. And just about that time he thought, well, I'll just surprise Ambrosia. Said, I'll just take off this old suit and put on this new suit and walk in there and really surprise.

[Archie Campbell]

Him with that new suit on.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yeah.

[Minnie Pearl]

So he took off all his clothes, every one of them, you know, and put on Jimsy, started to put on all them new clothes. All of a sudden the horse shied right quick and the new suit, old suit box and everything just went floating off down the river, right down the cliff. And there he stood. Yes, he did. He said, well, I'll just go on like I am. I'll surprise her anyway. Well, no, I. Not really. Y' all think I just say a lot of things. But, Archie, now I'm hurt because I gave you a nice Christmas present last year and you never even used it.

[Archie Campbell]

I know it, Margaret, and I'm not going to either.

[Minnie Pearl]

I give Archie a half a dozen of the finest white handkerchief that you ever seen. Yeah, I paid a lot for him, too. I paid a dollar and a half for every one of them handkerchief.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

I know it.

[Archie Campbell]

That's just too much money to blow in.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Oh. Huh.

[Minnie Pearl]

Sharky. Well, I hope you've got a present for me.

[Archie Campbell]

I have, Minnie. I've got the finest present that any woman would ever want for you.

[Minnie Pearl]

Well, I want you to come over to my house Christmas because we've got it all fixed with mistletoe and everything, and I'm gonna be right there.

[Archie Campbell]

Is that right?

[Minnie Pearl]

Yeah. Mistletoe over every door.

[Archie Campbell]

Well, you ought to watch that.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

That's bad. What?

[Archie Campbell]

That mistletoe Business. That means you're gonna kiss everybody that walks under it.

[Minnie Pearl]

If I'm able. Yes, sir. Right, you're there.

[Archie Campbell]

Minnie, I want to tell you something, buddy.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

That.

[Archie Campbell]

That kissing spreads germs.

[Minnie Pearl]

Well, do you know any better way to meet a Jeremy? No. Tell me about your Christmas present.

[Archie Campbell]

I never did meet a bigger.

[Minnie Pearl]

Tell me about your Christmas presents.

[Archie Campbell]

Minnie, I've got you.

[George Morgan]

Come here.

[Archie Campbell]

We'll get back on it. Go ahead.

[Minnie Pearl]

You can't gonna fuss at it. Tell me about the Christmas present.

[Archie Campbell]

I've got you the nicest Christmas present any woman, really.

[Minnie Pearl]

What is it?

[Archie Campbell]

Any woman in the world would want this present. They'd be happy to have it.

[Minnie Pearl]

Huh?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Yeah.

[Minnie Pearl]

What is it?

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Me.

[Minnie Pearl]

Oh, quit. Get away from there. Bye, now.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

See you next. Now it's time we heard from the Jordan Ayers once again. So here they are with another great Christmas song. Silver Bell. Silver bell, Silver Bl. It's Christmas time in the city. Soon it will be Christmas Day City sidewalks, busy sidewalks Holiday style In the air there's a feeling of Christmas Children laughing, people passing, Meeting smile after smile and on every street corner you hear Silver bell, Silver bear Silver bell, Silver bell It's Christmas time in the city Ring a leaf.

[George Morgan]

In the ring hidden.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Ring soon it will be Christmas Day soon it will be Christmas Day. Thank you, Jordanaires. Thanks so much for your wonderful singing. We all enjoyed every minute of it. But now it's time for another. You know, no Christmas show and certainly no Grand Ole Opry Christmas show would be complete without the music of one of our favorites, as he and his lovely wife Ramona give us their version. And believe me, there's no other version like it of Jingle Bells. So let's have a big hand for our old friend and his cowbells, Grandpa Joe. There he is right here.

[George Morgan]

It.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Holy. That was Grandpa and Remorse. Well, now, thanks so much, folks. That was wonderful. But now, George, time is running short. Is there anything you want to say before our last song? Well, only this, Grant. A good many years ago, I read a little poem. And in it it said, for he who gives a child a treat makes joy bells ring on Heaven Street. It isn't too late for you to make some youngster happy and bring a smile to the face of him whose birthday we celebrate this season. And now, Jordanaires. Archie Campbell, Minnie Pearl, Chet, Grandpa, everybody, won't you please join me as we sing that Christmas song that's as ageless and timeless as the day we celebrate?

[George Morgan]

Silent night.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Holy night.

[George Morgan]

All is come, all is bright from John Virgin, Mother and child Holy infant so tender and.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

Wide.

[George Morgan]

Sleep in heavenly peace. Sleep in heavenly peace. Silent night Holy night Shepherds quail.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

At.

[George Morgan]

The sight. From heaven afar Heavenly host sing alleluia Christ the Savior is born. Christ the Savior is born.

[Grant (Grand Ole Opry Host)]

And so another Grand Ole Opry Christmas show draws to an and words can't say how wonderful it was having you with us. This is George Morgan speaking for all of us and saying Merry Christmas. We'll be seeing you next week at the Grand Ole Opry. Good night, everybody. Here's an old holiday custom that's still observed in parts of Europe and America. On Twelfth Night, a cake is served containing a bean and a pea. The man who gets the bean is Twelfth Night King, while the girl who finds the pea is Queen. In Scandinavian countries, an almond is hidden in the rice pudding on Christmas Eve. Whoever finds it wins a prize. Except in Sweden, where it's an omen of marriage within the coming year. The plum pudding served in English homes at Christmas Christmas often contains a thimble coin or ring, bringing good luck to the finder. Another such token is the coin hidden in St. Basil's pie, served in Greece at New Year's. Each country has its own Christmas traditions, and as we share these traditions of others, we share in our hearts the spirit of Christmas, the spirit of hope and joy, and the wish for peace offer on Earth. Sam. This has been a special Christmas holiday presentation of the United States Armed Forces Radio and Television Service. Sam, Get that MX Gold card ready. I'm way too tired to cook tonight.

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