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NEW YEAR'S CUSTOM

AT THE STROKE OF MIDNIGHT ONE RUNS OUT THE
BACK DOOR AND IN THE FRONT DOOR. THIS GUARANTEES HIM OF RECEIVING
FAVORS OF THE LADY OF THE HOUSE, USUALLY HIS WIFE.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

Subject headings: CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- January 1 New Year's
CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Fixed DateFor specific dates, use the following system: F640.1231
CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- December 21 solstice to March 20

Date learned: 09-20-1969

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