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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