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  • Published In: History Today, 2025, v. 75, n. 11. P. 4 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article focuses on the historical practice of Thanksgiving masking, where children, known as 'Ragamuffins', would dress in rags and beg for treats during the holiday season. Initially popular in the late 19th century, this tradition faced criticism by the early 20th century, with concerns raised about its moral implications and the potential for children to engage in criminal behavior. Reports of aggressive begging and complaints from the public led to calls for schools to manage children's behavior, ultimately resulting in the decline of the practice by the 1940s. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:History Today. 2025/11, Vol. 75, Issue 11, p4
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Psychology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0018-2753
  • Accession Number:188744181
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