This Day in History: 1894-12-25
The Christmas Festival for the children at the Havemeyer Farm was presided over by Mrs. Havemeyer and her daughters, Miss Dora Havemeyer And Mrs. Mayer. The loft over the dairy was beautifully decorated with greens. The Saalfield Band had been engaged for the evening and played until 11:00 PM, after which they were entertained at the Mansion to a sumptous dinner. Mrs. Havemeyer distributed gifts to the children, a magician did slight of hand tricks and ice cream followed. (Bristow)