The Salvation Army doesn't like to turn people in need away. However, in recent weeks, they've had to do just that. It all comes down to a simple clerical mix-up, as reported by Carlos Villalobos on CrossroadsToday.com:
...Since the middle of December, the Salvation Army has been having to turn down families asking for food boxes...
It's almost unavoidable. Whenever you walk into a mall or good-sized store, you hear a bell ringing. It's always nice to make a donation to the Salvation Army. Earl's complaint is how he feels obligated to drop some money into the red bucket EVERY TIME he encounters one. Earl believes in giving, but he has his limits...and an idea the make passing those bell-ringers a little easier! Find out his &
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1865 – The Salvation Army is founded in London, England (More info)
1937 – The luncheon meat SPAM is introduced by the Hormel Foods Corporation (More info)