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New Year Customs and Odd Feasts in 19th Century Observances
A fragmentary account describes New Year customs and peculiar rites from old Scotland and Puritan view. It notes door to door wassail, begging verses, and mumming games, with references to "nog money" and playful calls, alongside mentions of snail farming for gourmet dining in modern eateries and strict handling of storage conditions.
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