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Glimpse of History: In a one-horse open sleigh

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In 1947, a white Christmas was not likely a dream as Santa's feet were buried in the white stuff

MONTCLAIR -- Santa's sleigh may have a one horsepower motor instead of eight reindeer, but children appear to be just as happy on Woodmont Road in Upper Montclair in this photo from 1947.

That year, a white Christmas was not likely a dream as Santa's feet were buried in the white stuff. This year .... no such chance.

If you would like to share a photo that provides a glimpse of history in your community, please call 973-836-4922 or send an email to essex@starledger.com. And, check out more glimpses of history in our online galleries Thursdays on nj.com.

Greg Hatala may be reached at ghatala@starledger.com. Follow him on Twitter @GregHatala. Find The Star-Ledger on Facebook.

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