Playboy After Hours

December, 1973

Merry Christmas to all--especially George Orwell--from an edict issued in 1970 by the Prague government and recently brought to our attention via a flier from Commentary magazine: "Because Christmas Eve falls on a Thursday, the day has been designated a Saturday for work purposes. Factories will close all day, with stores open a half day only. Friday, December 25, has been designated a Sunday, with both factories and stores open all day. Monday, December 28, will be a Wednesday for work pur...

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