LL-L "Holidays" 2003.12.06 (01) [E]

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From: Glenn Simpson <westwylam at yahoo.co.uk>
Subject: holidays

Dear Ron & others,

I was fascinated with the word 'Sinterklaas' - I'm no
linguistic but this sounds very similar to the
Northumbrian word 'Santeeclaas'.  I'd be interested in
hearing more about the evolution of Sinterklaas & how
come it so similar to Northumbrian.

Gan canny,
Regards,

Glenn Simpson
Northumbrian Language Society
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Glenn Simpson
11 Oaktree Terrace
Prudhoe
Northumberland
NE42 5BH
Tel: 07719 940 918

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From: R. F. Hahn <sassisch at yahoo.com>
Subject: Holidays

Thanks, Glenn.  So who exactly is this Northumbrian 'Santeeclaas', and what
sort of traditions are connected with him?  Interestingly, I cannot find any
trace of him on the Web.

Is there a link between him and the Continental Lowlands equivalent?  I
expect there is, possibly due to "Flemish" merchants and artisans having
migrated to parts of Scotland and Northern England a long time ago.

If this pans out, I'm sure the members of your society would be interested
in it.

Trusting that folks in and from the Lowlands are having a good St. Nick's
Day,

Regards,
Reinhard/Ron

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