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(AS THE) BRIDE LEAVES HER HOME TO BE MARRIED IN
CHURCH, A BROOM IS PLACED IN FRONT OF HER AT THE
DOORWAY. IF SHE PICKS THE BROOM UP, SHE WILL BE
A GOOD HOUSEKEEPER, IF NOT, SHE WILL BE A POOR
HOUSEWIFE.
Where learned: MICHIGAN ; DETROIT
Subject headings: | Observation BELIEF -- Marriage BELIEF -- Use of Object |
Date learned: NOT GIVEN