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BAPTISM CUSTOM

THOSE WHO STAND UP AT YOUR WEDDING SHOULD BE ASKED TO BE THE
GODPARENTS OF AT LEAST YOUR FIRST CHILD.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

James Callow Keyword(s): BEST MAN ; MATRON OF HONOR ; WITNESSES

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CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Baptism Naming rite

Date learned: 10-26-1969

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BIRTHMARKS ARE DUE TO MOTHER WITNESSING UNPLEASANT OR
FRIGHTNING SIGHTS.

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Where learned: TENNESSEE ; NASHVILLE

Keyword(s): BELIEF ; Birthmark ; Frighten ; Witness

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BELIEF -- Body part Senses Specific distinguishing characteristic Dimple, wart, mole, scar, freckle, birthmark, strawberry mark, bruise, spot (on any part of body)
BELIEF -- Means of Causing or Avoiding Illness

Date learned: 10-13-1973

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