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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1962
Page
9
The article explores the origins of weekday names and the curious question why days bear their current titles. It traces linguistic roots across cultures and notes influences from Roman and Norse naming conventions.
An article recounts the origin of the seven day week from ancient civilizations. It traces Babylonians, Jews, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and Anglo-Saxons naming days after religious observances and celestial bodies. It notes Sun Moon Mars and other planetary names and historical adoption into Roman culture.
A collage of reader tips covers bathroom scale makeovers with contact paper waterproofing and rust prevention, plus ideas to store blankets, shield tables from fingerprints, and improve playpens for children. Also includes kitchen hacks, days of the week origin notes, and a trivia drawing contest.
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