1471. Throw a strand of your hair in the fire; if it blazes you will live long and happily; if not, you will die soon.
Alabama.
1472. If a tree falls to the right while you are looking at it, you are going on a long trip before the end of the year, and will have some unexpected piece of good luck.
Alabama.
1473. A person born on Halloween is said to be possessed of evil spirits.
Alabama.
1474. Place a broom across the door, and if any of your departed friends wish to speak to you they are free to come and go at will while the broom remains there.
Alabama.
1475. If a person who raises fowls is bothered with hawks, he may prevent the trouble by throwing a handful of “rocks” into the fire while it is burning brightly.
Alabama.