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SUPERSTITION
THE IRISH HAVE A BELIEF THAT 2 SILVER DOLLARS SHOULD
BE PRESENTED TO A NEW INFANT, TO ASSURE MONETARY COMFORT
IN LIFE.
Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT
James Callow Keyword(s): GIFT-GIVING
| Subject headings: | Charm / Enchantment / Conjuration 686 Seconds / Twice / Two BELIEF -- Street Trip Relations between relatives, friends, host and guest Social class Rank BELIEF -- Birth |
Date learned: 11-11-1974