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   The all-Americas turkey
Most of us think of the turkey as an all-American bird, but few of us appreciate how deeply American it is or what a convoluted journey it took to our holiday tables.

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WEDDINGS AND ENGAGEMENTS  


   Bridal bargains
To the bride-to-be awaiting a summer marriage, the national average cost of a wedding, with 175 guests and a sit-down dinner, is $20,000. But it is possible to cut the price of a wedding without sacrificing quality.

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