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NO ONE WORKS ON AUGUST 15TH. THEY TAKE HORSES INTO THE SEA AND
SPRINKLE THEIR WAGONS WITH SEA WATER BECAUSE THIS IS A HOLY DAY.
IT BRINGS GOOD LUCK.
Where learned: MICHIGAN ; WARREN
Subject headings: | CUSTOM FESTIVAL -- August 15 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary BELIEF -- Fate Destiny Luck Chance |