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IF A COW DOESN'T PRODUCE MILK, IT'S BECAUSE THE WITCH
CAST A SPELL. THEREFORE, BEFORE ALL HOLY DAYS, POLISH
VILLAGERS WOULD BURN BLESSED HERBS IN AN INCENSE BURNER
IN THE BARN, BELIEVING THAT THE SMOKE WOULD CHASE
AWAY THE WITCH.

Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT

Subject headings: CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- Typical Elements of a Festive Pattern

Date learned: 02-07-1971

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