What they say in New England; a book of signs, sayings, and superstitions (1896)
Johnson, Clifton, 1865-1940, comp · Boston, Lee and Shepard · leaf 117
me to want if you do. If you fall up-stairs, that is a sign yourcredit is rising. When you see a white horse, put yourlittle finger against your chin just underyour lips, and spit over it. The personwho does this will find some money soon. A boy out for a walk will sometimescount all the bows he…
Folklore · Omens · Superstition
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