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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

  • 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

  • Handkerchiefs, it would seem, were not considered necessary apparel in this part of the world.

    Work Camp 10760 L 2010

  • You can also purchase beautiful Bookmarks, Handkerchiefs, Totes, Mass bags, and so much more!

    "Catholic Cuisine" Apron Giveaway Jessica 2009

  • 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

  • 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

  • Handkerchiefs, for I can dispose of them this Afternoon to a Chap in the

    The Beggar's Opera 2007

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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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