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Back Cover from the December 1919 National Geographic

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Comment by George Thomas Wilson on November 23, 2019 at 7:52pm

I believe this is the first appearance of Santa Claus on the back cover of a December National Geographic.

Comment by Melvin L. De Vilbiss on November 25, 2019 at 10:59am

Tom,

There was a Nov 1916 ad that "mentioned" Santa, near the back of the issue.

However, there was a Dec 1905 advertisement with Santa and St. Nicholas.Dec%201905%20Santa%20Adv.pdf

Comment by George Thomas Wilson on November 25, 2019 at 11:35am

Great research, Mel. I was referring to the Back Cover ads, specifically the Coke ads Phil posted and reposted each holiday season. He will be missed.

Comment by Melvin L. De Vilbiss on November 25, 2019 at 12:38pm

I wasn't quite sure if you were being specific to the back cover. In that regard, you're absolutely correct about the Dec 1919 issue being the first for Santa's appearance.

And yes, Phil is missed!

Have a great Thanksgiving!

Mel

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