Massachusetts.
357. The pair to be married should stand in line with the cracks in the floor, and not at right angles to them.
Omaha, Neb.
358. When a couple are married and are driving off, if old shoes are thrown after them for good luck, and one of the shoes lodges on the coach or carriage, it is a sign that one of the party will die before the year is out.
Waltham, Mass.
359. After the marriage ceremony is performed, the one that walks first from the altar is the one who will die first, either bride or groom.
360. Old slippers or rice must be thrown after a bride for good luck.
General in the United States.
361. If the younger sister is married before the elder, the latter will have to dance in a pig’s trough.