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9: No Such Thing As A Word For 'Silent Fart'

No Such Thing As A Fish

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The Evolution of Wigs

The fashion for humans in tight trousers and long boots remains. People used to wear wigs from the 17th century until the 19th century. Louis the 13th had male pattern baldness so he insisted on wearing wigs all the time. Wig theft became a bit of a problem when children grabbed someone's hair. There were bands on people bobbing their hair, but it was seen as being far too racy. Lady Gaga would not have fit in in that court.

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