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POLISH SUPERSTITION

THE BRIDE SHOULD NOT BREAK THE RIBBONS ON GIFTS AT THE SHOWER OR
WEDDING. IF SHE DOES, HER ENGAGEMENT OR MARRIAGE WILL BE BROKEN.

Submitter comment: THIS SUPERSTITION IS BELIEVED BY THE INFORMANT. SHE SAID
THIS IS PRACTICED AT ALL SHOWERS AND WEDDINGS SHE HAS BEEN ATTENDING.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

Subject headings: Observation
CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Marriage Breaking of

Date learned: 10-10-1977

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