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From: "Lilian Andrew" <>
Subject: Re: [CHS] Donkey Stones
Date: Tue, 7 Sep 2004 09:22:35 +1000
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Beverley,
I seem to remember that donkey stones were given in exchange for old clothes
collected by rag and bone men. These men came around with horse and cart,
always a delight to us as children.

Lilian Andrew
Sydney




----- Original Message -----
From: "Beverley Scott" <>
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Sent: Monday, September 06, 2004 6:43 PM
Subject: [CHS] Donkey Stones


> Hi Cheshire Cats,
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> Could somebody tell me what a 'donkey stone' is, please? I know it's
something to do with doorsteps.......?
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> Best wishes,
> Beverley
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