Massachusetts.

1447. If a door opens of itself, it is supposed to indicate the presence of a spirit, usually one of the family.

Massachusetts.

1448. It is unlucky to name a child after a dead child of the family.

Newfoundland.

1449. If you begin keeping house with many in the family, it is a sign that you will always have a large family or houseful.

Ohio.

1450. If a wood fire snaps and sparkles, each time it does indicates the receipt of a letter.

Peabody, Mass.

1451. One of the negro superstitions was that when the fire burned with a blue flame, it was the devil seeking to speak to them. A handful of salt would make him go away.