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a customer, and in doing so knocked over a glass box bound with red and white and blue ribbon, with "Handkerchiefs" painted across the corner in a design of forget-me-nots.
Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 153, December 19, 1917 Various
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A friend of mine used to recall that in the 1930s there was a sign on the wall in the Bradford public library that read "Do Not Dry Your Handkerchiefs On The Radiator".
Letters: Beat hero 2011
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Handkerchiefs, it would seem, were not considered necessary apparel in this part of the world.
Work Camp 10760 L 2010
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You can also purchase beautiful Bookmarks, Handkerchiefs, Totes, Mass bags, and so much more!
"Catholic Cuisine" Apron Giveaway Jessica 2009
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•Handkerchiefs symbolize a sad farewell: Most Asians consider it disgusting to use a handkerchief and return it to your pocket.
ASIAN BUSINESS CUSTOMS & MANNERS MARY MURRAY BOSROCK 2007
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•Handkerchiefs symbolize a sad farewell: Most Asians consider it disgusting to use a handkerchief and return it to your pocket.
ASIAN BUSINESS CUSTOMS & MANNERS MARY MURRAY BOSROCK 2007
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Handkerchiefs, for I can dispose of them this Afternoon to a Chap in the
The Beggar's Opera 2007
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•Handkerchiefs symbolize a sad farewell: Most Asians consider it disgusting to use a handkerchief and return it to your pocket.
ASIAN BUSINESS CUSTOMS & MANNERS MARY MURRAY BOSROCK 2007
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•Handkerchiefs symbolize a sad farewell: Most Asians consider it disgusting to use a handkerchief and return it to your pocket.
ASIAN BUSINESS CUSTOMS & MANNERS MARY MURRAY BOSROCK 2007
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•Handkerchiefs symbolize a sad farewell: Most Asians consider it disgusting to use a handkerchief and return it to your pocket.
ASIAN BUSINESS CUSTOMS & MANNERS MARY MURRAY BOSROCK 2007
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