Blast From The Past

I remember learning about "layaway" as a child, I didn't know it was still done:

For the past two years, items on layaway for over 200 families at the Walmart here have been paid for by some generous soul who won't reveal his or her identity. Last year, this modern St. Nicholas paid off $46,000 in items placed on layaway by local residents. This year's total was $40,000.

Generosity is one of the most noble traits.