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Turkey for Christmas Dinner was not traditional in the 19th century.  Many people ate goose (A Christmas Carol) or other meats, depending on the part of the country you lived in and how much money you had.  Turkey was expensive, which could explain why Sibella hopes Sarah will accept the turkey she has ordered for her.

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