What makes these Santa letters so wonderful is that they are cute, funny, and even a bit troubling. They are also from about a hundred years ago, and they give us a quick glimpse into the lives of children.
1. Virgil the Noisy
For Christmas, Virgil wanted only the noisiest things that he could possibly think of in 1910.
2. Mind the Dog
Little Benjamin gave old Santa a last minute warning about the family dog in 1910.
3. 200 Shots
What exactly was Little Billy planning to do with a rifle and two hundred shots back in 1913?
4. No Chimney
This little girl writes to let Santa know her home doesn’t have a chimney so she will leave the transom open for him back in 1916.
5. Just the Necessities
Little Miss Hattie, 1908, only wanted the most practical things for Christmas.
6. Who Cares What Grandma Says
Seriously, Grandma, you need to give the kid a break. (1908)
7. Guns and Fireworks
These two little boys want guns and fireworks for Christmas.
8. Little Miss Diva
This young lady knew exactly what she wanted.
9. The Sweetest
Do not forget the little orphans, Santa.
10. See to the Orphans First (1920)
