losses through enemies.

RAVEN.--To see one, means death to the aged or trouble generally.

SALT spilled means a quarrel. This may be avoided by throwing a pinch
over the left shoulder.

SCISSORS.--If they fall and stick in the floor it means quarrels,
illness, separation of lovers.

SERPENT OR SNAKE.--If it crosses your path, means spiteful enemies, bad
luck. Kill it and your luck will be reversed.

SHOES.--The right shoe is the best one to put on first.

SHOOTING STARS.--If you wish, while the star is still moving, your wish
will come true.

SINGING before breakfast, you'll cry before night.

SPIDERS.--The little red spider is the money spider, and means good
fortune coming to you. It must not be disturbed. Long-legged spiders are
also forerunners of good fortune.

TOWEL.--To wipe your hands on a towel at the same time with another,
means you are to quarrel with him or her in the near future.

WHEEL.--The wheel coming off any vehicle you are riding in means you are
to inherit some fortune, a good omen.