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AS THE BRIDE AND GROOM ENTER THE RECEPTION HALL AFTER
THE MARRIAGE CEREMONY, THE FATHER AND MOTHER OF THE
BRIDE ASK HER WHAT SHE WANTS; BREAD, SALT OR THE
GROOM. (THEY HOLD BREAD AND SALT IN THEIR HANDS.)
THE BRIDE REPLIES THAT SHE WANTS THE GROOM, SO HE
CAN GO OUT AND WORK FOR THE BREAD AND SALT.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

Subject headings: CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Marriage Given by parents of bride

Date learned: 03-10-1970

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