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THIS POLISH CUSTOM OCCURS AT THE WEDDING, WHEN
THE BRIDE AND GROOM PREPARE TO LEAVE FOR THE
HONEYMOON. THE BRIDE TAKES OFF HER VEIL AND
IS GIVEN A SMALL VEIL IN ITS PLACE, TO SYMBOLIZE
THAT SHE IS NO LONGER A BRIDE, BUT A WIFE NOW.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

Subject headings: CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Marriage Removing veil

Date learned: 03-12-1970

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