J. J. S.

_Leicestershire Custom._--A custom exists in the town of Leicester, of

rather a singular nature. The first time a new-born child pays a visit, it

is presented with an egg, a pound of salt, and a bundle of matches. Can any

of your correspondents explain this custom?

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